The Video Game Crash of 1983

by GenX Grownup | Jan 4, 2026 | 1980s, Console/Handheld, GenX Grownup

About This Episode Four decades ago, just when video games seemed to be the next big thing, the bottom dropped out. Compounding problems like market confusion, consumer confidence, and game quality to name just a few, nearly demolished a seemingly unstoppable new...

Typing in Dreams: How a generation learned to code by accident

by Marcus Albers | Jan 3, 2026 | 1980s, C64 Vic20

For years, software was distributed on cartridges, cassette tapes, or diskettes. While programs were available via modem from BBSes, downloading in general wasn’t as ubiquitous as it is today. As 8-bit microcomputers gained popularity, one of their big selling...

Video Game Trading Card Spotlight – Jeff Lee

by Todd Friedman | Jan 3, 2026 | 1980s, 1990s, 2010s, Arcade, Columns

Our next Trading Card Spotlight features Jeff Lee, who is displayed on card number 2119, from the Superstars of 2015 Collection.   Jeff is also featured on trading card 2374.  Jeff is an extraordinary talented artist in the video game community, most known of course,...

Why did we forget Bump ‘n’ Jump?

by William Schwartz | Jan 2, 2026 | 1980s, Console/Handheld, Gaming

  The 1982 arcade game Bump ‘n’ Jump has a lot of points in its favor. Especially compared to other games of its era, Bump ‘n’ Jump is…very fast-paced. The premise is simple enough. You play a car. Unlike normal cars, this one can...

Deathflood Curse of Oak Island by Windigo Productions is another C64 game that’s worth checking out!

by Indie Retro News | Jan 2, 2026 | 1970s, 1980s, Indie Built-Retro Inspired

We have been spoilt by some pretty decent looking games this month, from Sherwood (C64 Collector’s Edition) by Griffonsoft, to Zezito in the Glittering Caves by Iapetus. Well here with another great game to keep you occupied throughout this month, and...

HAPPY NEW YEAR from OLD SCHOOL GAMER MAGAZINE!

by Old School Gamer | Dec 31, 2025 | 1980s, 1990s, 2020s, Gaming

All of us at Old School Gamer Magazine want to wish you and your family a Happy New Year. 2026 is an exciting time at Old School Gamer. Thanks to all of you who has supported us over the years. We couldn’t have done it without you. Old School Gamer Magazine Be...