Looking Back at Dossun! Ganseki Battle

by William Schwartz | Feb 24, 2026 | 1990s, 2000s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming

  For almost as long as there have been puzzle games, there have been puzzle fighters. The two-player version of games like Tetris and Puyo Puyo generally work by having garbage pieces added to the other player’s screen whenever one player clears a lot of...

Casino Site Online Comparison Across iGaming Platforms

by Old School Gamer | Feb 21, 2026 | Gaming

The rapid growth of the online casino industry has led to a wide range of choices for players looking to join a new platform in 2026.  With countless options available, it is crucial for potential players to determine which online casino site meets their gaming needs...

Iconic Video Game Characters: Pop Culture Influence

by Old School Gamer | Feb 18, 2026 | Gaming

From Pixels to Pop Culture: Why Icons Stick Some video game characters are recognized in seconds, even by people who rarely play today. When that recognition happens, a character can travel far beyond the original game. Icons show up in memes, costumes, street art,...

Why Every Classic Gaming Basement Needs Backed Swivel Seating

by Old School Gamer | Feb 18, 2026 | Gaming

There is something timeless about a classic gaming basement. The low lighting, the hum of old consoles, the glow of arcade cabinets, and the comfortable chaos of wires, controllers, and snack bowls scattered across a sturdy table. It is not just a room; it is a ritual...

Leveling Up the Bookie: How Gamification is Changing the Way We Wager

by Old School Gamer | Feb 18, 2026 | Gaming

Modern betting does not just sell odds. It sells progress bars, streaks, missions, and tiny hits of achievement on every screen. The mechanics feel familiar from mobile games, which makes them comfortable and easy to underestimate. From simple ticket to gamified lobby...

A review of The Legend of Zelda and Philosophy

by William Schwartz | Feb 14, 2026 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming, Reviews

  The newest entry in the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Cultures Series, The Legend of Zelda and Philosophy does pretty much exactly what you’d expect. It explains broader philosophical ideas from the perspective of the Legend of Zelda games. But don’t...