by Ben Magnet | May 6, 2022 | 1990s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Opinions
There are a myriad of ways for fans of the Sonic games to get mad. Be it a beloved game is a poor port, the new game doesn’t live up to expectations, or SEGA deciding to screw up what should’ve been a sure-fire hit. In the past few weeks it’s been...
by Ben Magnet | Apr 5, 2022 | 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming, Opinions
This past week, Sony announced what the new tiered system for their online services would be. Essentially it boils down to the more money you pay for the service, the more games you could play, with the Premium Membership being the one that has all the retro goodies....
by Patrick Hickey Jr. | Apr 1, 2022 | 2000s, Opinions
Old School Gamer Magazine Senior Writer Patrick Hickey Jr. plays Big Bang Pro Wrestling on the Nintendo Switch....
by Ben Magnet | Feb 23, 2022 | 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming, Opinions
On February 15, 2022 Nintendo made waves on social media, and not in a good way. They announced that in late March of 2023 they would be shutting down the Wii U and 3DS eShops for good. According to Nintendo’s website, you can still re-download games, play...
by Ben Magnet | Jan 29, 2022 | 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming, Opinions
Being in touch with current trends is business 101. It keeps a company in touch with their audience and keeps them relevant in the ever changing consumer landscape. Yet what happens when the popular trend of the day is met with so much scrutiny and criticism? Many...
by Ben Magnet | Jan 2, 2022 | 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming, Lists, Opinions
It’s hard to say wether or not 2021 will be looked back on fondly yet. Sure things have gotten a little better since the pandemic began, but things are still not completely the same. However us Retro gamers got some good and bad surprises throughout the year....