Join the Adventure: “Treasures for Hope” Awaits in Sea of Thieves

by Old School Gamer | Jan 11, 2026 | 1980s, 1990s, 2020s, Press Release

In the late 1970s and early 1980s, adventure seekers explored digital caverns armed only with their keyboards and imaginations, hunting for treasures described entirely in text. Zork expanded on earlier text-based games like Colossal Cave Adventure by introducing a...

Snowed Under – A new charity game from Allan Turvey amp; Andy Johns for the ZX Spectrum

by Indie Retro News | Jan 10, 2026 | 1970s, 1980s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Indie Built-Retro Inspired

When it comes to announcing something from Allan Turvey, it’s usually a new game that’s just been announced such as the case with Asteroids RX, Percy Penguin or even Terrapins. But this time he’s decided to do something different, as in relation to...

Limited Run Games opens preorders for Capcom Arcade Stadium Vol. 1

by William Schwartz | Jan 9, 2026 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2020s, Arcade, Console/Handheld, Gaming

  On January 9th, Limited Run Games formally opened pre-orders for the physical release of Capcom Arcade Stadium Vol. 1, a compilation that will bring 32 classic Capcom arcade games to modern consoles. This particular compilation is not new. It is already...

Retro Review: Tembo the Bad Ass Elephant: Game Freak Calls in the Big Peanuts

by Patrick Hickey Jr. | Jan 1, 2026 | 2010s, 2020s, Indie Built-Retro Inspired, Reviews

Even if some gameplay choices end up uneven at times, Tembo the Badass Elephant is a blast. With a look that’ll remind you of several different cartoon network shows and simple, but immersive gameplay, “Tembo the Badass Elephant,” is a blast. Thanks to a budget price...

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...

Final Days for Merch Voucher with Midwest Gaming Classic Ticket Order!

by Todd Friedman | Dec 31, 2025 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2020s

Hey everyone, Quick reminder – purchase your MGC ticket within the next 58 or so hours and we’ll send you a voucher good for $10 off any pre-order MGC merchandise or workshop tickets shortly after the new year! You can use these coupons to pre-order our...