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The Most Addictive Retro Games That Defined a Generation

Did you know that before Call of Duty, EA Sports, Minecraft, GTA, and other 3D graphics came to the limelight, simple pixels ruled the gaming world? That was the golden era, and these games defined

How House of the Dead Turned Arcades Into Haunted Mansions

Mickey Yarber

House of the Dead brought a new level of gore and macabre energy to arcades when Sega released it in 1997. Light‑gun shooters were already popular thanks to games like Area 51 and Virtua Cop,

Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse Was a Macabre Masterpiece

Mickey Yarber

Released in 1989 in Japan and 1990 in North America, Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse marked a triumphant return to form for Konami’s beloved vampire-hunting franchise. After the experimental RPG elements of Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest, this third installment

What Are The Best Retro Horse Games?

The Retro Network

There is something about horses in games that makes the process extra special, don’t you agree? Horses have been humans’ most beloved companion for centuries, and it seems that this sync continues in the world

Pop Culture Themes That Defined the ’80s and ’90s in Games

The Retro Network

There is something magical about looking back at the ‘80s and ‘90s, even if you are a Gen Z and you haven’t lived through that time. It wasn’t only about neon colors, jeans, or cassette

Fascinating Facts About the Original Mortal Kombat

Mickey Yarber

When Mortal Kombat hit arcades across the country in 1992, it didn’t just enter the fighting game arena…it uppercutted its way into pop culture history. Developed by Midway, this gritty, digitized brawler stood apart from

New Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Video Game Is Coming Soon

Walter King

Some exciting news was announced this week from Mattel and Limited Run Games on Instagram. “He-Man, Teela, Man-at-Arms and more are coming to a brand new hack ‘n slash ’n magic adventure!” “Battle across Eternia in He-Man

OutRun: The Movie Is Racing Into Theaters

Walter King

Video game movies and TV series are all the rage right now. Some are better than others. My sons saw The Minecraft Movie and gave it a solid, meh. But the movie is a financial

Atari Is Relaunching Missile Command With a New Twist

Walter King

Atari is once again bringing back it’s classic game, Missile Command, but with an exciting new twist thrown in. Missile Command Delta is a brand new, turn-based tactical take on the series which blends strategic gameplay

The Legacy of Pole Position and Its Impact on Arcade History

Mickey Yarber

Pole Position brought real speed to the arcade, turning simple controls and a single qualifying lap into a rush of Formula 1 excitement. It set the standard for racing games and became an unforgettable golden‑age favorite.

DOOM & DOOM II Limited Editions

Pitfall Gary

DOOM is back! The iconic first-person shooter that took the gaming world by storm in 1993 is getting an update for 2025 with three new editions from Limited Run Games. DOOM hit the market in

Arcade All-Stars: Asteroids

Mickey Yarber

In the years after Star Wars, anything involving outer space, zippy interstellar craft, and dangerous battles was golden. Into this arena of sci-fi fantasy came Atari’s Asteroids, one of the most enduring hits in video game history.

Video Game History Foundation Launches Digital Archive

Walter King

The Video Game History Foundation (VGHF) launches its digital archive, offering unprecedented access to rare video game development materials, publications, and memorabilia. This resource represents a significant step in the organization’s efforts to preserve gaming

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The Most Addictive Retro Games That Defined a Generation

How House of the Dead Turned Arcades Into Haunted Mansions

Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse Was a Macabre Masterpiece

What Are The Best Retro Horse Games?

Pop Culture Themes That Defined the ’80s and ’90s in Games

Fascinating Facts About the Original Mortal Kombat

New Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Video Game Is Coming Soon

OutRun: The Movie Is Racing Into Theaters

Atari Is Relaunching Missile Command With a New Twist

The Legacy of Pole Position and Its Impact on Arcade History

DOOM & DOOM II Limited Editions

Arcade All-Stars: Asteroids

Video Game History Foundation Launches Digital Archive

New Star Wars Darth Vader Tamagotchi Lets You Lead Darth Vader To the Dark Side

Time Capsule: 1981 Mattel Electronics Catalog

The LED Revolution: How Mattel Electronics Football Invented Mobile Gaming