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Mortal Kombat Fan Shows What Original Characters Would Look Like in HD
A fan of Mortal Kombat gives a side-by-side comparison of what the original 1992 characters would look like in high-definition.
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Gamer Finds Nostalgic Game Collection at Their Grandpa’s House
A gamer makes an amazing discovery while cleaning out their grandpa's house when they finds an impressive collection of classic games.
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8 Forgotten Sega Genesis Platformers (That Are Still Great)
The Sega Genesis was home to several platformers, and while some are still remembered fondly, there are others that have been forgotten over time.
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10 Modern Gaming Features Older Players Would've Wanted
While many gamers miss the days of retro gaming, it's clear that modern gaming conveniences reign supreme.
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Astebros Interview: Building a Roguelite for Sega Genesis
Game ZXC speaks with French indie developer Neofid about its upcoming release of Astebros, a 2023 roguelike title dropping on Sega Genesis.
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Indie Roguelike Astebros' Three Heroes Offer Playstyles for Everyone, Say Devs
From classic fantasy heroes to some unusual bosses, retro-inspired indie roguelite Astebros has familiar and fresh elements.
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Astebros Devs Talk Making a Sega Genesis Game in 2023
French developer Neofid speaks to Game ZXC about developing its new game, Astebros, for a 30-year-old console: the Sega Genesis.
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The Best Way to Prepare for Street Fighter 6 is On a Console That Won't Get the Game
Nintendo Switch owners might miss out on Street Fighter 6, but only they can take advantage of a recent port to get the best possible warm-up.
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A New Nintendo Switch Online Genesis Game Makes the Case for More Obscure Pokemon Games
More entries in the Pokemon series could hit Nintendo Switch Online after the recent release of a lesser-known Genesis titles on the service.
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Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Adds One of the Most Popular Arcade Games Ever Made
Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack adds a legendary arcade hit and three other classics, offering a diverse gaming experience.
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8 Great Sega Genesis Games That Need A Modern Remake
Sega Genesis had several great video games that deserve to be brought into the modern era through a remake.
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8 Sega Genesis Games Turning 30 In 2023 (That You Should Replay)
There were plenty of great games on the Sega Genesis, particularly toward the end of the console's life. Some of those games are turning 30 in 2023.
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Legendary Soccer Player Pele Has Died
The sporting world mourns the death of legendary Brazilian soccer player Pele, whose stardom bolstered the game of soccer worldwide.
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Lil Yachty Makes Big Gaming Purchase from Controversial Retro Games Store DKOldies
Rapper Lil Yachty places a large order from DKOldies, the online game retail store that is facing criticism for its high prices.
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A History of Home Alone Games
The holiday season is in full swing, and gamers might be feeling nostalgic for some classic NES, SNES, and Sega Home Alone gameplay.
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The Case for a Sonic Mania Sequel
Sonic Mania represents the perfect balance of old and new, so it's time to expand upon that in a sequel to one of the best 2D Sonic games.
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ToeJam & Earl Movie From Stephen Curry In The Works At Amazon
The Sega Genesis classic ToeJam & Earl is getting an unlikely and unexpected film adaptation at Amazon Studios with a surprising production company.
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Sonic Co-Creator Yuji Naka Arrested for Alleged Insider Trading
Iconic game designer Yuji Naka, co-creator of Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, has been arrested in Japan on allegations of insider trading.
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20 Years Ago, Sonic Mega Collection Changed Expectations for Compilation Titles
As a compilation title of several Classic Sonic favorites, Sonic Mega Collection preserves Sonic's history for fans old and new in the best ways.
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Sega Is Asking Fans Which Mini Console They’d Like Next
Sega sends fans home with a questionnaire that inquires about which mini classic console they might be interested in seeing next.