The games that devoured up my time!
How Learning About Gerald Lawson Changed My View of Gaming History
Growing up in the 80s, I never heard of Gerald Lawson, the Black pioneer who helped shape modern gaming. Learning his story later in life made me rethink gaming history, representation, and the stories we were never told.
8-Bit Cafe and Gaming Lounge in Whitby, Ontario
8-Bit Cafe and Gaming Lounge in Whitby, Ontario I recently spent some time at the 8-Bit Cafe and Gaming Lounge in Whitby, Ontario—it was absolute fun for a random retro gamer like me! I had known about this location for a while but never got around to...
The Atari Jaguar that Got Away: A Cautionary Tale for Retro Gamers Everywhere
The Atari Jaguar that Got Away: A Cautionary Tale for Retro Gamers Everywhere As a retro gamer, I'm always on the hunt for rare and unique consoles to add to my collection. But there's one console that I regret not buying: the Atari Jaguar. Back in the...
Why the Sega Master System Still Matters: A Pixelated Journey Down Memory Lane
Why the Sega Master System Still Matters: A Pixelated Journey Down Memory Lane The Sega Master System, a relic from my formative years, still holds a special place in my heart. In the 90s, the gaming landscape was dominated by the titanic clash between...
I Suck at Street Fighter, But Who Cares?
I Suck at Street Fighter, But Who Cares? I'll be the first to admit it: I’m terrible at Street Fighter. My timing is a mess, I can barely pull off a Hadouken when it counts, and I spend more time getting KO’d than I care to admit. But you know what? None...
The Collector’s Lament: The Atari 5200 that Got Away and Came Back to Haunt Me
The Collector's Lament: The Atari 5200 that Got Away and Came Back to Haunt Me As a retro gaming collector, I'm always on the lookout for hidden gems to add to my collection. But there's one console that I passed on, and now I regret it: the Atari 5200. I...
Did You Know?
The Sega Master System was called the 'Mark III' in Japan!"
