Why The Classics Never Die.

by Ben Magnet | Nov 29, 2020 | 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Opinions

When reading the title of this you may think you know the answer.  “Because they’re GOOD!”  Well you aren’t wrong.  When it comes to classic games the classics are known as “The Classics” for a reason.  Either because they shaped...

More Love For Metroid Please.

by Ben Magnet | Nov 22, 2020 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2020s, Opinions

This year is the 35th Anniversary for Super Mario and of course Nintendo is going all out on celebrating.  Next year however we see another big anniversary, the 35th anniversary for the Legend of Zelda.  These two mega franchises are the backbone of Nintendo’s...

Video Game Trading Card Spotlight – Piotr Delgado Kusielczuk

by Todd Friedman | Nov 22, 2020 | 1980s, 2000s, 2010s, Columns, Console/Handheld

Our next Trading Card Spotlight features Piotr Delgado Kusielczuk, who currently is displayed on card number 3492, from the Superstars of 2020 Collection.  Piotr was recently presented his trading card and award with a virtual trading card ceremony. His...

Video Game Trading Card Spotlight – Jesse “Professor Chime” Collins

by Todd Friedman | Nov 9, 2020 | 2000s, 2010s, 2020s, Columns, Console/Handheld

Our next Trading Card Spotlight features Jesse “Professor Chime” Collins who is displayed on card number 3156, from the Superstars of 2019 Collection.  Since 2007, Professor Chime has been heavily involved in the gaming scene. He has done everything from digital media...

Video Game Trading Card Spotlight – Dave Dean

by Todd Friedman | Nov 1, 2020 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, Arcade, Columns

Our next Trading Card Spotlight features Dave Dean, who currently is displayed on card number 614, from the Superstars of 2014 Collection.  Dave was a top contender in major arcade tournaments in the 1980’s which was called the golden age of gaming.  Dave took 1st...

Video Game Trading Card Spotlight – Dan “Shoe” Hsu

by Todd Friedman | Oct 25, 2020 | 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, Columns, Magazine Preview

Our next Trading Card Spotlight features Dan “Shoe” Hsu who currently is displayed on card number 294, from the Superstars of 2012 Collection. A former editor in chief for Electronic Gaming Monthly, Shoe has covered the gaming industry for multiple platforms. ...