Phoenix IV: Controversial Gaming

by Leonard Herman | Oct 17, 2017 | 2000s, Console/Handheld, The Story Of...

One third-party vendor, Acclaim, managed to raise controversy with several stunts that it pulled throughout the year.  The first occurred in late-February (2002) when it released Shadow Man: 2econd Coming for the PS2.  The game dealt with death, so Acclaim offered to...

Downright Bizarre: Earthworm Jim – Groovy!!!!

by Michael Thomasson | Oct 17, 2017 | 1990s, Console/Handheld

Wanna see a worm flex his muscles before dropping his drawers? If so, then Earthworm Jim is the game for you! Once upon a time, a lowly invertebrate named Jim overheard a lot of ruckus above. He peeked his head up and out of the safety of his underground hole, only to...

Old School Gamer Magazine – Issue #1 ONLINE NOW!

by Old School Gamer | Oct 17, 2017 | 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, Arcade, Console/Handheld

And it’s waiting for you!  Remember, the digital edition is totally free for all OldSchool Gamers! This issue contains: Event Updates – Classic Game Fest, National Video Game MuseumWe Stopped By – Galloping Ghost Arcade Michael Thomasson’s Just...

Replicade X Centipede Kickstarter Campaign Announcement

by Old School Gamer | Oct 17, 2017 | Console/Handheld

New Wave Toys is excited to tell you about our new line of miniaturized classic arcade machines… At New Wave Toys, we believe that bringing home the arcade experience means more than simply playing the original arcade ROM. The video arcade experience is a blend...

Retro Bit Power Stick Coming Soon!

by Old School Gamer | Oct 16, 2017 | 1980s, Console/Handheld

Replay your favorite NES® games with the new Power Stick controller from Retro-Bit®. Featuring a 6 ft. cable and an eight directional joystick, give any game that classic arcade feel with micro switches that allow for precision inputs. Features Original NES®...

SR3® Plus from Retro Bit Coming Soon!

by Old School Gamer | Oct 16, 2017 | 1980s, 1990s, Console/Handheld

Step up your retro-gaming experience and relive three classic systems like never before, in crisp 720p resolution! The SR3® Plus is the premium top loading console for all of your original NES®, SNES®, and Genesis® games. Custom built with three cartridge slots, six...