The Number One Reason You Should OWN A GAMECUBE
The late 1990s and early 2000s produced some of the most beloved retro games in history. Most often, we thank the N64, the original PlayStation, and the original Xbox for that. Soon after this era, gamers upgraded to newer PlayStations and Xboxes. An...
Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol.2: All 10 Games Reviewed
4 days ago, SNK tweeted an announcement that had retro-gaming nerds like us drooling in anticipation. Today, November 9, 2022, we see that promise fulfilled. SNK has just released its second volume of 10 long-lost Neo Geo Pocket Color games on Steam ...
Best Video Game Compilations from the PS1 Library
Chances are, the reason you’re visiting The Old School Game Vault is that you’re interested in building your retro game collection. Lucky for you, we’re about to make that a whole lot easier. You see, rather than buying retro games one cartridge at a...
Exploring the Best Super Nintendo Games of All Time
Get ready to take a trip down memory lane as we dive into the world of Super Nintendo and explore the all-time best games that captivated millions of gamers in the '90s. From beloved classics like Mario and Zelda to lesser-known gems, this article is...
Evolving Hero: Top 10 Mega Man Games of the Past 3 Decades
Embark on an electrifying journey through the most iconic Mega Man video games that have revolutionized the gaming industry! These legendary titles not only captured our hearts but also pushed the boundaries of what video games could achieve. With br...
The Top 3 Must Have Sega Saturn Accessories
As you know, the category of “retro video game accessories” is a very mixed bag. Remember the Power Glove? It was a prestigious NES accessory that children couldn’t afford and parents wouldn’t buy. The advertisements essentially boasted that it would...
How to Tell if Pokémon Crystal Game for Game Boy Color is Real or Fake
Check the Cartridge Color & Label First thing first, that we always look for when trying to weed out counterfeit games.  Is the front label; on Genuine Nintendo Games there will, be a numbered in-print directly on the front label of the game...
GameShark vs GameShark Pro For N64: Which Is Better?
In recent articles, we delved into the joys of hacking retro video games with console accessories such as Game Genie and GameShark. Today, we unearth even more amazing secrets buried deep within your favorite N64 games, like the hidden Star Fox Arwin...
Lost Gems: Learn the Roots of Handheld Gaming Before the Game Boy
In the annals of gaming history, the Game Boy is remembered as a trailblazer. The handheld console with its small monochrome screen sold 118 million worldwide. It quickly captured the hearts of gamers and ignited a gaming revolution, spawning legenda...