The Dreaded Backlog of Games (And how to deal with it).

by Ben Magnet | Mar 11, 2020 | Console/Handheld

It was a problem that we all wanted to have as kids.  Having so many video games that we wouldn’t get bored.  At least that was the argument I would give my parents whenever we were out shopping.  Now that I am an adult I am facing a new problem.  The backlog....

Retro gaming is far from dead and buried in the past

by Old School Gamer | Mar 9, 2020 | 1980s, 1990s, Console/Handheld, Gaming

Technology has expanded to such an extent that video gaming has risen in quality that a decade ago seemed impossible. Yet, despite this, retro gaming is coming back with an even greater vengeance. The yearning for the simpler days of arcade and traditional games, but...

The Most Important Future Gaming Trends!

by Old School Gamer | Feb 25, 2020 | 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming

If you are not yet familiar with the concepts of “cloud gaming” or “indie games”, but you are a passionate gamer interested in discovering fresh experiences, then you’ve reached the right spot. We are going to briefly debate the two gaming trends that are on the...

Sonic CD: A Gem That Needs to Be Featured More.

by Ben Magnet | Feb 24, 2020 | 1990s, Console/Handheld, Opinions

Whenever a new Sonic collection comes out, the standard Genesis games are usually included.  You may get a few Game Gear titles thrown in there to spice things up but there is one game I feel that should be included with all of the other Genesis Sonic games, even...

Growth of Online Gaming in the 2020s

by Old School Gamer | Feb 21, 2020 | 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming

The online gaming industry has grown rapidly since several countries began legalizing online betting. The market is expected to continue booming through the 2020s, as its popularity spreads globally. The more high speed internet improves, the most this trend will...

Video Games That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

by Old School Gamer | Feb 21, 2020 | 1990s, Console/Handheld, Gaming

Online games are at the height of their popularity as more and more gamers opt for them. The competitiveness is what gets the attention of the younger audience today, along with the graphics. Besides the usual top-ranking titles, people can play various browser games...