Retron 5 – The answer to dead cartridge batteries

One thing that gets a retro collector weak at the knees, is the sight of a classic cartridge. These beauties were built to last! They don’t skip, fear finger prints or buckle under the pressure of a scratch. However, cartridges do have their ‘Kryptonite’… While the circuitry and...

Escape from the Planet of the Robot Monsters

One of the most addictive and unique retro 2 player games was Escape from the Planet of the Robot Monsters. The comic-style narrative was unlike anything else I had ever played and I remember the game being that much more maturer than most. Escape from the Planet of the Robot Monsters used a unique...

Game Show Demos vs Released Games

E3, TGS, GDC and PAX are just a few of the major game shows where developers and publishers promote their up-and-coming games. Many are well into development while others are simply tech demos. But it’s the latter that can be absolutely fascinating a year or two down the road. Here are just a few...

A New Nintendo Next-Gen Console

It’s no secret that the Wii U is seriously struggling against the XBOX One and PS4. Few gamers really understood what the Wii U could offer. Although the Wii U is far from dead and Nintendo should have a few tricks up their sleeve, (more on that soon) we can’t help but think what...

Mario Kart Arcade GP on Wii U – Don’t you think it’s time?

I still remember that pleasant surprise when finding a Mario Kart arcade cabinet in my local bowling centre. Once you were snug in your seat, a camera would take a picture of your face, to be used on-screen to identify you to other players. Although a nice touch, us Mario Kart fans weren’t exactly...