Tag Archives: Retro Gaming

PAC-MAN 256 Review for Xbox: A Modern Twist on a Classic Game

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PAC-MAN, the iconic maze chaser, has seen many variations and versions over the decades. The Xbox’s version of PAC-MAN 256 takes the classic formula and reinvents it for a modern audience while retaining the core charm that made the original so beloved.

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Xbox Video Game Review: Capcom Arcade Cabinet

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Capcom Arcade Cabinet for Xbox 360 is a tremendous gift to video game enthusiasts, bringing an exquisite taste of the golden era of gaming right to your living room. This collection of classic games delivers a faithful homage to Capcom’s legacy, delivering excitement and nostalgia in equal measure.

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Sega Genesis Mini 2 Now Available

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The SEGA Genesis Mini 2 is now available to buy on Amazon but only for a limited time. Below are all the details, including the games on the system. Read on for more details, and make sure to buy a SEGA Genesis Mini 2 before it sells out.

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SEGA Genesis Mini 2 Announced & Available For Preorder

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The SEGA Genesis Mini 2 has officially been announced, and it’s now available to preorder on Amazon, with a release date of October 27. Below are all the details, including the games on the system, with more to be announced in the months to come. Read on for more details, and make sure to buy a SEGA Genesis Mini 2 before it sells out.

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Classic Home Video Games by Brett Weiss

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Brett Weiss has written countless books about retro video games, including the SNES Omnibus Volume 1 & Volume 2, as well as The 100 Greatest Console Video Games: 1977-1987. His upcoming NES Omnibus: Volume 1 was a runaway success on Kickstarter, and I look forward to checking out the final version in the months to come. Brett’s Classic Home Video Games trilogy of books is one of his most popular. Covering 1972 to 1990, these books take a look at some of the most influential systems and games that defined numerous generations.

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Nintendo Switch Review: 198X

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198X is a new arcade epic for Nintendo Switch. It’s a coming-of-age story told through multiple games and genres. It provides players with the opportunity to experience the thrill of shooting, driving, jumping, fighting, and role-playing in five full-blown arcade stages, combined with cinematic pixel-art storytelling. For $9.99, you get access to the first installment of this game on Nintendo Switch. This consists of 90+ minutes of intense gameplay and pixel-art storytelling. Speaking of which, it took nine expert pixel artists to deliver the larger-than-life old-school sprites present in this game. 198X also features 20+ music tracks from the likes of Yuzo Koshiro and Swedish hit-duo Sinephony. The second and final installment for 198X is coming, but the release date is TBD.

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