The Arcade Quarter Was the OG Microtransaction and Matched Honesty

by Old School Gamer | May 22, 2026 | Gaming

Drop a quarter, get a game. Everyone within earshot knew exactly what that transaction meant. No subscription tier, no loot box probability table, no auto-renewal buried in a terms and conditions update. The quarter-per-play model was the most transparent payment...

Poker Hand Reading Lessons Old Card Games Never Taught

by Old School Gamer | May 21, 2026 | Gaming

Old poker games were great at explaining the rules, but weak when it came to showing uncertainty. They taught us how to calculate hand rankings and how a digital table flows. What they rarely captured was the invisible part of poker: the shifting story built from...

Five Retro Games We’d Love to See Modern Remakes Of

by Patrick Hickey Jr. | May 19, 2026 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, Arcade, Gaming, Lists, Opinions

Old School Gamer Senior Writer Patrick Hickey Jr. shares his thoughts on five awesome retro experiences that would be a ton of fun with modern gameplay mechanics and visuals. Desert Strike: Fans have wanted a new game in this series for over 20 years. EA needs to make...

From Arcade Cabinets to Online Reels: The Evolution of Coin-Op Entertainment

by Old School Gamer | May 18, 2026 | Gaming

Think back to when coins used to drop into slots. Remember that unmistakable thunk! Or how about the staccato snap, crackle and pop of a flipper hitting a pinball?   Coin-operated entertainment has captivated generations for more than 100 years. From the ragtag...

VIP programs: what “reloads,” “comps,” and “rakeback-style” perks mean online

by Old School Gamer | May 18, 2026 | Gaming

Open the VIP page before your next session and have a proper look at what’s actually on offer, then tell your mates what you reckon. If you’re hunting for Aussie pokies online, you’ll usually find a familiar mix: pokies for quick sessions, plus table games like...

VR Casinos vs. Reality: Is 2026 Finally the Year of Mass Adoption?

by Old School Gamer | May 15, 2026 | Gaming

Virtual reality casinos used to feel like science fiction, but they are now edging closer to everyday life. As 2026 approaches, many gamers wonder whether this is finally the year that VR tables will replace the glowing screens on their phones. While exploring foreign...