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Which retro classic still holds up? Is that obscure import worth your time? Dive into our comprehensive reviews of retro games, hidden gems, and forgotten masterpieces right here.

Croc 2: How to Ruin a Cult Classic Video Game
Gaming / PS1

Croc 2: How to Ruin a Cult Classic Video Game

Wackoidby WackoidDecember 26, 20230

The first game in the short-lived Croc franchise, Croc: Legends of the Gobbos, originally released for the PlayStation (PS1), was not perfect. But the game …

A Look Back At Krusty’s Fun House (SNES)
Gaming / SNES

A Look Back At Krusty’s Fun House (SNES)

William Schwartzby William SchwartzAugust 16, 20230

The Simpsons has a long and storied history of being intertwined with video games, mainly due to dumb historical coincidence. The animated sitcom hit the …

A Quick Morrowind Retrospective
Gaming / PC / Xbox

A Quick Morrowind Retrospective

Max Semenczukby Max SemenczukMay 4, 2023May 24, 20260

It’s been a while since the last Elder Scrolls game, around a decade or so. I’m a firm believer in the value of looking back …

This PS1 Game Gives Off Serious Initial D Vibes: Tokyo Highway Battle
Gaming / PS1

This PS1 Game Gives Off Serious Initial D Vibes: Tokyo Highway Battle

Wackoidby WackoidSeptember 3, 2022November 11, 20220

Regions outside of Japan never saw the PlayStation Initial D game, but we got the next best thing: Tokyo Highway Battle. Tokyo Highway Battle was …

Croc: Legend of the Gobbos Didn’t Have Bad ‘Tank’ Controls
Gaming / PS1

Croc: Legend of the Gobbos Didn’t Have Bad ‘Tank’ Controls

Wackoidby WackoidMay 25, 2022May 26, 20261

You might be surprised to learn that Croc: Legend of the Gobbos, which was released on the PlayStation and Sega Saturn, is a controversial game …

Taking to the Skies with Project Wingman (PC)
Gaming / PC

Taking to the Skies with Project Wingman (PC)

DesertRetroby DesertRetroMarch 11, 2022May 24, 20260

Project Wingman is a crowdfunded indie arcade flight sim clearly inspired by the Ace Combat franchise. Project Wingman truly is a love letter to arcade …

A Quick Look at Sky Target (Sega Saturn)
Gaming / Sega Saturn

A Quick Look at Sky Target (Sega Saturn)

DesertRetroby DesertRetroJuly 30, 20210

Sky Target is an on-rails shooter for the Sega Saturn that I don’t see mentioned a lot. Originally a 1995 arcade game for Sega’s Model …

I Can’t Let You Review That, Star Fox: A Look at Star Fox 64 (N64)
Gaming / N64

I Can’t Let You Review That, Star Fox: A Look at Star Fox 64 (N64)

DesertRetroby DesertRetroJuly 30, 2021November 14, 20220

Star Fox 64 is a 3D on-rails shooter developed by Nintendo. Released in 1997, Star Fox 64 was an instant classic. I was one of …

A Quick Look at Burning Rangers (Sega Saturn)
Gaming / Sega Saturn

A Quick Look at Burning Rangers (Sega Saturn)

DesertRetroby DesertRetroMarch 22, 2021March 22, 20210

Burning Rangers is a Sega Saturn game released very late in the console’s lifestyle. Developed by Sonic Team, the game has all the hallmarks of …

A Quick Look at Dragon Force (Sega Saturn)
Gaming / Sega Saturn

A Quick Look at Dragon Force (Sega Saturn)

DesertRetroby DesertRetroMarch 21, 20210

Dragon Force is an epic fantasy real time/turn based strategy game for the Sega Saturn. The player chooses one of eight kingdoms and assumes the …

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