What We Found in the Vault

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...

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...

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...

The Allure of Persona: Why Social Bonds Make These RPGs So Unique
The Persona video game series combines dungeon crawling RPG combat with deep social simulation, offering a unique and...

The Evolution of Grand Theft Auto – Legacy, Controversy & GTA VI Hype
Grand Theft Auto III reshaped gaming with its groundbreaking open-world design, controversial themes, and lasting...

Video Game Sequels & Remasters, Balancing Nostalgia and Innovation
Explore reviews, strategies, and insights on retro video game sequels and remasters, highlighting how classic...

Best Retro Cowboy Video Games: Classic Wild West Gaming Roundup
The Wild West has always been an intriguing setting for stories. Its rugged terrain, gunslingers, and countless...

Console Wars – Is the Sega Dreamcast Connected to the Xbox?
Explore the connections, rivalries, and legacies of classic gaming consoles, from Sega’s Dreamcast to Microsoft’s...

Dreamcast FAQ – What to Know Before You Trade In or Sell
Get clear answers about selling Sega Dreamcast games, including what's accepted, how condition affects value, and...