The RetroBeat: Super Smash Bros. Melee is still special 20 years later
On this day 20 years ago, Super Smash Bros. Melee debuted for the GameCube in North America. This is one of my favorite games...
RetroBeat: The best retro gaming gifts for 2021’s holidays
It’s my favorite time of the year again, which means I’m ready to recommend some more retro gaming-themed gifts. I’m suggesting several different ideas...
The RetroBeat: Xbox co-creator Seamus Blackley looks back 20 years later
The original Xbox launched on November 15, meaning that Microsoft’s first console is nearing its 20th anniversary. Our own Dean Takahashi chatted with Xbox...
The RetroBeat: My Arcade1Up experience
After covering Arcade1Up for a few years, I had a chance to try out one of their arcade replicas myself. The company was kind...
The RetroBeat: Consoles that should be in Nintendo Switch Online’s Expansion Pack
Nintendo announced today that it’s new tier for Nintendo Switch Online is going to costs $50 a year, and I’m still trying to process...
The RetroBeat — Castlevania: Circle of the Moon somehow became underrated
Castlevania: Circle of the Moon has had some ups and downs when it comes to public opinion. When it debuted as a launch title...
The RetroBeat: Genesis on Nintendo Switch Online isn’t that exciting
Normally, I’d be super excited to see retro games from a system (especially a non-Nintendo one) coming to Switch. But there is something odd,...
The RetroBeat — Diablo II: Resurrected readies for launch during a dark time at Blizzard
Diablo II: Resurrected is nearing its September 23 release date. For some gamers, it may be hard to muster much excitement. Yes, the original...
The RetroBeat: Sony should bring back Ape Escape
I enjoyed Sony’s PlayStation Showcase on Thursday. I’m excited for Spider-Man 2, Wolverine, and God of War: Ragnarok. But as a retro gaming fan,...
The RetroBeat: I want a Sega Master System collection
Sega has always been good about making its Genesis games easily available. In recent years, we’ve had the excellent Sega Genesis Mini plug-and-play and...