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What's old is new again; rediscover retro video games and explore vintage-inspired reboots of the all-time classics.
'Pokemon Stadium' Review
Many people who grew up in the 90s on Nintendo 64 games remember playing Pokémon Stadium as children engaging in countless battles within the game and with their friends for hours on end. And while those people (including myself) still love the game even to this day due to nostalgic memories, there are more reasons to enjoy the game in completing it as an adult.
By Neal Sastry7 years ago in Gamers
5 Surprisingly Dark Video Games from My Childhood
As a kid, I remember coming home from school and bolting to a tiny little television on which my Playstation 1 was hooked up to. I’d spend hours upon hours of time playing some of my favorite games, and it’s something I never really outgrew. Today, about 15 years later, I still enjoy playing video games. I’ve had the privilege to own a handful of different consoles, which also means that I’ve came across some seriously dark video games.
By Julia Crawford7 years ago in Gamers
Most Difficult Retro Games
Is it just me, or are retro games much, much harder than modern games? Today's improved graphics probably help, as I find it hard to even figure out what's going on in some super-vintage arcade games. Another consideration is the fact that arcades wanted kids to keep pumping quarters into the machines, so quick game-overs were profitable. Regardless of the reasoning, I have definitely noticed that we, as gamers, are drawn to punishing difficulty within games. With that in mind, here are some of the most difficult retro games to ever appear in old arcades, as well as on early home consoles like the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Sega Genesis.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Gamers
Best Gifts for Retro Gamers
From Legend of Zelda to Pac-Man, the games of our childhood hold up as timeless classics, taking a prominent place in pop culture that we would never have dreamed of as kids playing around at the arcade. Today, there's no denying the draw and appeal of those simpler, highly pixelated times of our lives. Because of this, we look back at the days of old, seeking out the perfect gifts for retro gamers who would truly appreciate a fun, useful gift without having to resort to purchasing and playing some of these retro games on the Nintendo Switch. With all the gaming options out there these days, none are better than those that stir up feelings of nostalgia.
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Gamers
Retro Games That Need to Be Remade
Old school gamers rejoice: Retro video games rule once more! For the longest time, the video game industry was singularly obsessed with the most modern gaming technology and software in a race to produce the most advanced consoles and games. It hasn't been until recent years that some game developers have realized the nostalgic power of their greatest hits from years past. While some producers, especially Nintendo, have re-released some vintage games, they tend to ignore the cult hits in favor of popular franchises. In addition, seldom do any developers release remakes or remasters of their classic games. While I'm happy to play any re-releases of my favorite vintage games, the untapped potential for graphical reworking and bug-fixing is immense. Here are just a few of the many retro games that need to be remade.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Gamers
Top 10 Retro Games on Switch
According to a comment from Nintendo to Kotaku, "There are currently no plans to bring classic games together under the Virtual Console banner[,]" on the Nintendo Switch. Many fans, including myself, were disappointed by this news. The Virtual Console has been an excellent service that's been around since the Wii era, and it let fans play some of Nintendo's best retro games on modern systems.
By Katie Marchbank7 years ago in Gamers
My Top 5 Underrated NES Classic Games
In late 2016, I bought an NES Classic and was eager to play on it. For me, playing retro games brings back so many childhood memories. Once you are hooked to them, they pretty much stick with you for life. I'm going to share my top five underrated NES Classic games that deserve praise and recognition.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 8 years ago in Gamers
