Gaming, both digital and non-digital, plays a crucial role in our lives, since it provides quality entertainment and offers people that escapism that others get from books or movies. Retro games offer other things in addition. For some it gives a feeling of nostalgia, and…
Gaming may be going stronger than ever in the 2020s, but there was a golden age for characters that have become icons for the industry. We’re talking about what is now considered ‘retro gaming’, generally from the late 70s through to the early 90s, where…
Everyone desires a taste of that sweet nostalgia. A cameo of our old school favorite things in films and other media that we consume today is enough to make us crave all those childhood pleasures. Who couldn’t help but reminisce after seeing some things we…
Nostalgia for retro and vintage games, movies, and TV shows may never have been higher. Many modern video games have been designed to replicate the look of titles from the ’80s and ’90s. Vintage fashion stores abound, and retail sites online sell classic Levi and…
Since the friendly days of retrogaming, modern gaming has become incredibly competitive over the past 10 years. This is largely because of online multiplayer, eSports tournaments and YouTube uploads, where users want to capture the best possible content for their channels. Ultimately, this has led…
Pokémon is one of the most widely adored brands in the world. Since its release in 1996, Pokémon has become a staple in pop culture and an international phenomenon. As it continues to grow, many adults are beginning to rekindle their love for these games….
Right from the early years of video gaming, there have been some games that stood the test of time. Evergreen titles that people keep coming back to. Some games lead to an ongoing franchise, others just remain classics in their own right. Spanning multiple genres…
The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) holds a special place in all 1990s gamers’ hearts. Released in 1990, first in South Korea and Japan, and a year later in North America, this console redefined home gaming entertainment. Its long-lasting effects still get felt today. SNES-inspired…
I’ve always been a fan of Street Fighter 2. Ever since I first played it in an arcade and was totally wowed by the graphics, the music, the sound effects and the one-on-one action. It was just a game that totally hit the zeitgeist of the…
Today, most sports and a lot traditional games have been recreated in video games in a realistic way. Some video games focus on the actual playing of the sport, while others focus on sports strategy and management. This very popular genre can be as competitive…