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Where Can I Sell My Old Video Games for the Most Money?
This guide compares four platforms for selling used video games: DKOldies, The Old School Game Vault, Retro Games Plus, and GameFlip. It analyzes their pricing, payout methods (cash vs. store credit), and processes to help sellers maximize their earnings. The article highlights that direct buyers offer faster cash for bulk collections, while marketplaces like GameFlip can yield higher returns for individual high-value items but require more effort.
The Games That Defined Our Childhood: A Generation-by-Generation Guide | TAG
This guide breaks down distinct gaming generations within the millennial demographic, highlighting the defining consoles, cultural moments, and games for those born between 1984 and 1998. It explores the impact of console wars, the rise of online multiplayer, and the unique experiences of growing up with different gaming eras, from the SNES and Genesis to the N64, PlayStation, PS2, and Wii.
Save the World Cup with your skills!
QUByte Interactive is releasing the Soccer Kid Collection, featuring both the SNES and MS-DOS versions of the 1993 platformer developed by Krisalis Software. The collection will be available on PC, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation, utilizing QUByte's Emulation Engine for modern preservation and including features like save states and a historical gallery.
Soccer Kid Collection coming to Nintendo Switch
Soccer Kid Collection, featuring both SNES and MS-DOS versions of the classic platformer, is coming to Nintendo Switch on June 18, 2026, as part of the QUByte Classics line. The collection will include modern features like save states, CRT filters, and a gallery, all for $9.99.
Yoshi’s back to delight us all! Pure Nintendo Podcast E163
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 163 covers Yoshi's New Island, Nintendo's surprise mobile game Pictonico, and the demo for RPG Adventures of Elliot. The hosts also discuss the addition of the A Link Between Worlds soundtrack to Nintendo Music, new Pac-Man and Broken Sword media, and various indie games.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Review | TheXboxHub
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition offers a nostalgic trip back to the original 1995 platformer, featuring multiple emulated versions and a new history mode. While the collection preserves the original's eccentric charm and challenging gameplay, some dated level design elements and a reworked soundtrack may not appeal to all fans.
Reggie Says Miyamoto gave him a “death stare” when he suggested Wii Sports as a pack-in
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime recounted a meeting with Satoru Iwata and Shigeru Miyamoto where he proposed including Wii Sports as a pack-in title for the Wii. Miyamoto initially resisted, stating "we don't give away content for free," but Fils-Aime successfully argued that bundling games had been a strategic business move in the past, referencing Super Mario with the SNES.
Guide: Shopping For Retro Nintendo Grails In Madrid
This guide explores three independent retro game stores in Madrid: Chollo Games, La Tienda de Videojuegos, and Kaoto. It highlights their unique selections of vintage games, consoles, merchandise, and soundtracks, offering advice for collectors seeking rare Nintendo items and other gaming grails.
As rumours of a new Star Fox game swirl, we finally know what happened to the series' iconic promotional puppets from the 90s
The iconic promotional puppets used for the 1990s release of Star Fox have been destroyed due to deterioration of their natural rubber and fur construction. Japanese FX company Shirogumi, which created them, confirmed their fate after inquiries from Time Extension. Rumors of a new Star Fox game potentially debuting on the Switch 2 this summer are also circulating.
Super Return of the Jedi Review — The SNES Trilogy Goes Out in Style
Super Return of the Jedi is the most polished and visually accomplished game in the SNES Star Wars trilogy, building on lessons learned from its predecessors. It offers a more generous design with a wider character roster, including Princess Leia in three distinct forms and Wicket the Ewok, though its overall difficulty is lower than Empire Strikes Back. The game faithfully adapts the film's events and set pieces, featuring improved graphics, sound, and gameplay mechanics, making it a strong conclusion to the trilogy.
Steam Deck and PCs Get Access to Retro Games on CD and Cartridge With Polymega Remix
Polymega Remix is a new system allowing players to digitize and play original CD- and cartridge-based retro games on PCs and handhelds like the Steam Deck. The system includes a base unit for reading discs and a Windows app for digitization and playback, with optional cartridge adapters sold separately. It aims to preserve physical game collections for modern hardware without relying on ROMs.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years
Nintendo Life looks back at the 69 games it has awarded a perfect 10/10 score over its 20-year history. The article details the criteria for a perfect score, emphasizing games that raise genre bars and push industry boundaries, and lists titles from Mega Man 2 to New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
New Mortal Kombat 2 trailer goes full side-scroller with actual levels from the game and confirms Sub-Zero's…
A new trailer for the Mortal Kombat 2 movie has been released, coinciding with tickets going on sale. The trailer showcases side-scrolling levels, ninja fights, fatalities, and confirms the return of Sub-Zero as Noob Saibot. The film is set to release in theaters on May 8.
Review: Marvel MaXimum Collection Welcomes You To Die… Of Nostalgia – Entertainium
The Marvel MaXimum Collection on Nintendo Switch offers a magnificent port of the X-Men arcade game, which is considered worth the price of admission alone. While other games like Maximum Carnage are included with quality-of-life improvements from Limited Run Games, much of the package relies on nostalgic novelty from 90s licensed titles, some published by LJN.
Nintendo Switch Triumphs: Star Fox and Mario Steal the ... | TAG
Several gaming news outlets report on recent updates and releases. Star Fox titles are now available on Nintendo Switch Online, while Slay the Spire 2 enters early access. Bungie is buffing the Recon class in Marathon, and Marvel and DC are set for a Spider-Man/Superman crossover in 2026. Additionally, Take-Two has reportedly laid off members of its AI team.
Super Putty
Super Putty for the SNES features creative mechanics and level design but is ultimately hampered by an overly aggressive difficulty curve and lack of polish. Players control Billy Putty, who must rescue his friends from an evil wizard by using his malleable body to absorb enemies, solve puzzles, and navigate challenging platforming sections. Despite its innovative gameplay, the game's relentless pace and punishing enemy placement make it a frustrating experience.
Review - Marvel MaXimum Collection (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
The Marvel MaXimum Collection offers a magnificent port of the X-Men arcade game, which alone is worth the price of admission. While other games like Maximum Carnage on SNES are included, many are nostalgic novelties from the 90s, with some improvements made by Limited Run Games. The collection does not quite reach the quality of packages like the Cowabunga Collection.
Review - Marvel MaXimum Collection (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
The Marvel MaXimum Collection is praised for its excellent port of the X-Men arcade game, which is considered worth the price of admission alone. While other games like Maximum Carnage on SNES are notable, much of the package consists of nostalgic novelties with some quality-of-life improvements from Limited Run Games, though it doesn't reach the heights of collections like Cowabunga Collection.
Star Fox isn't just an iconic retro Nintendo shooter – it paved the road to Super Mario 64
Released in 1993 for the SNES, Star Fox was a groundbreaking title that pushed the boundaries of 3D graphics on consoles, largely due to the innovative Super FX chip. Developed by Argonaut Software in collaboration with Nintendo, the game's technical achievements and unique design are considered to have significantly influenced future titles like Super Mario 64, demonstrating Nintendo's capacity for innovation despite criticisms of relying on established franchises.
I could swap out every retro controller I own with this Sega Saturn-inspired Bluetooth gamepad, and it happens to be…
The Gulikit Elves 2 Pro Bluetooth gamepad is praised for its Sega Saturn-inspired design, Hall-effect joysticks, and versatile compatibility with retro consoles via adapters. Despite digital triggers limiting some modern applications, its comfortable feel and tactile buttons make it a strong contender for retro gaming enthusiasts, especially at its current discounted price.
