What We Found in the Vault

Nintendo Virtual Boy – What Went Wrong With Nintendo’s Boldest Gamble
The Nintendo Virtual Boy category explores the history, games, hardware, and legacy of Nintendo’s short-lived 3D...

Mario Kart 64 vs Mario Kart Wii – Which Game Is the Best Retro Racer?
Explore our in-depth comparison of Mario Kart 64 vs Mario Kart Wii to see which retro racer truly deserves the crown....

Interconnected Gameplay – What It Is and Does It Work?
Explore how interconnected games link progress, story, and rewards across titles — from Mass Effect’s mobile tie-ins...

Game Labels Explained: Black Label vs Greatest Hits, Player’s Choice & More
This guide breaks down the differences between Black Label, Greatest Hits, Player’s Choice, and other game...

NES Guide – Why Light Guns Like the Zapper Don’t Work on HDTVs
This article explains why classic light guns like the NES Zapper only work on CRT TVs and how modern tech struggles...

Retro Games vs Modern Games – Why Old Games Were So Hard
Explore why retro games were so hard compared to modern titles, uncovering the design choices, difficulty curves, and...

Game Labels Explained: Black Label vs Greatest Hits, Player’s Choice & More
This guide breaks down the differences between Black Label, Greatest Hits, Player’s Choice, and other game...

Horror Icons – Video Game Characters So Scary They Belong in a Movie
Horror video games create a deeper sense of fear than movies by making players confront terrifying monsters,...

How Video Game Music Tells Stories: Orchestral to Licensed Hits
From sweeping orchestral scores to unforgettable licensed tracks, video game music is now a storytelling powerhouse...

NES Guide – Why Light Guns Like the Zapper Don’t Work on HDTVs
This article explains why classic light guns like the NES Zapper only work on CRT TVs and how modern tech struggles...