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What We Found in the Vault

CRT TV showing Duck Hunt dog, target, and NES Zapper – explaining how NES light guns worked

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...

Top 10 retro video game consoles featuring logos from Sega, NES, PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and TurboGrafx-16.

Nostalgia Ranked: The 10 Best Retro Gaming Consoles

From pixelated adventures to unforgettable boss battles, retro gaming connects generations through nostalgia and...

Colorful 90s-style graphic with bold retro lettering saying 'Back to the 90s', surrounded by nostalgic icons like a cassette tape, high-top sneaker, and pixel shapes – evoking the era of classic Legend of Zelda SNES and Game Boy games

Retro Deep Dive: The Legend of Zelda in the 1990s – Complete Guide to Every 90s Zelda Game

The Legend of Zelda is one of the most iconic video game series of all time. With over 51 million copies sold during...

Famous video game characters including Mario, Sonic, Pac-Man, Lara Croft, Spyro, and Ryu – iconic gaming mascots from different eras

Why Retro Gaming Is So Popular – 10 Reasons It’s Back in a Big Way

Discover how retro games shaped gaming history with their unique challenges, design choices, and difficulty compared...

Christmas NiGHTS into Dreams promotional artwork – Sega Saturn holiday video game

Christmas Games – 10 Best Video Games for a Holiday Gaming Guide

Discover the best Christmas video games—from retro holiday classics to modern festive events—that bring seasonal...

Mario Kart 64 vs Mario Kart Wii – Retro racing comparison image with N64 and Wii gameplay

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....

Top 10 retro video game consoles featuring logos from Sega, NES, PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and TurboGrafx-16.

Nostalgia Ranked: The 10 Best Retro Gaming Consoles

From pixelated adventures to unforgettable boss battles, retro gaming connects generations through nostalgia and...

Collection of TurboGrafx-16 and TurboGrafx-CD retro game covers – selling TurboGrafx games trade-in FAQ guide

TurboGrafx FAQ – TurboGrafx-16 HuCards & CD Trade In Guide

Get answers to all your questions about selling TurboGrafx-CD and TurboGrafx-16 HuCard games — from condition...

Best TurboGrafx-16 Shmups – Featuring Air Zonk and Classic Shoot 'Em Up Space Ship

TurboGrafx Shmup Rankings: The 10 Best Shoot ’Em Ups You Must Play

The TurboGrafx-16 may have flown under the radar, but it delivered some of the most innovative and arcade-accurate...