Find out what makes this GBA RPG both charming and frustrating. It has a cool djinn combat system, but the inventory can be a hassle. You’ll end up carrying useless items for the sequel.
The Sega Dreamcast was a pioneer in online gaming. It also had great arcade ports, like Marvel vs. Capcom. But the PS2 killed it. This underrated console had a fantastic game library.
Discover why Final Fantasy IX features the most lovable cast in JRPG history. But, its slow battles can make random encounters feel like they last forever.
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Fire Emblem for the Game Boy Advance made me restart battles for hours to keep certain characters alive. That's the power of permadeath - every unit isn't a tactical piece; it's a character whose story ends if you make the wrong move.
Shining Force for GBA is a great tactical RPG. But it has one big problem: if you don’t use a guide, you might create a weak party on your first run. Some characters begin weak but grow strong. Others start strong but fade away. Then there are those like Jogurt, who are useless the whole time.
I became a Final Fantasy fan back in 1997 with the release of Final Fantasy VII—and I’ve played every mainline (non-MMO) entry in the series since.
Originally named Final Fantasy II on the SNES, this classic is now Final Fantasy IV Advance on the Game Boy Advance. It stands out as one of the best RPGs of the '90s handheld era.
This NES game gave us 30 lives, the spread gun, and endless basement memories with friends. Contra is still fun almost 40 years later. Here's my retro review and collecting guide.
Find out what makes Super Mario Bros. special. Meet classic foes like Boos and Chain Chomps. The Frog Suit lets you swim easily in underwater stages. Even after 30 years, this NES game is still a favorite for retro game nights and gets a 9.5 out of 10.
