Retro Review
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Rediscovering the classics — from cartridges to arcades. Reviews, nostalgia, and hidden gems from gaming’s golden eras.
Rediscovering the classics — from cartridges to arcades. Reviews, nostalgia, and hidden gems from gaming’s golden eras.
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Retro Review
Retro gaming reviews, memories, and history. From classic consoles to timeless titles, relive the golden age of video games.
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🎮✨ Welcome to Retro Review ✨🎮
We dive back into the classics – from pixel-packed adventures to 90s strategy epics – celebrating the games that shaped us. Expect nostalgia, fresh takes, and the occasional surprise gem.
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We dive back into the classics – from pixel-packed adventures to 90s strategy epics – celebrating the games that shaped us. Expect nostalgia, fresh takes, and the occasional surprise gem.
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#RetroGaming #GameReview #Nostalgia
Sonic 2 (Mega Drive) still nails speed, style, and pure platforming fun. Tails, loops, Chemical Plant Zone, and the Death Egg make it a 90s classic worth revisiting.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Sonic 2 (Mega Drive) still nails speed, style, and pure platforming fun. Tails, loops, Chemical Plant Zone, and the Death Egg make it a 90s classic worth revisiting.
Full review:
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#RetroGaming #Sega #Sonic2 #MegaDrive
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In honour of the 24th Anniversary of the GameCube NA release. What's your favourite GameCube games?
For me it was Eternal Darkness. Something so unique and different that I had not seen before.
#gamecube #retrogaming #retro
For me it was Eternal Darkness. Something so unique and different that I had not seen before.
#gamecube #retrogaming #retro
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November 19, 2025 at 8:17 AM
In honour of the 24th Anniversary of the GameCube NA release. What's your favourite GameCube games?
For me it was Eternal Darkness. Something so unique and different that I had not seen before.
#gamecube #retrogaming #retro
For me it was Eternal Darkness. Something so unique and different that I had not seen before.
#gamecube #retrogaming #retro
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Happy 24th Anniversary To The GameCube That Was First Released On This Date November 18th 2001 In North America
November 19, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Happy 24th Anniversary To The GameCube That Was First Released On This Date November 18th 2001 In North America
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Also on today’s date in 2001, “Luigi‘s Mansion” releases for the Nintendo GameCube.
Luigi won… IN A CONTEST!? It’s up to Luigi to use Professor E. Gadd’s Poltergust 3000 to vacuum all sorts of ghosts throughout the ugly mansion and save Mario from King Boo!
🌟 Debut of Professor E. Gadd & King Boo.
Luigi won… IN A CONTEST!? It’s up to Luigi to use Professor E. Gadd’s Poltergust 3000 to vacuum all sorts of ghosts throughout the ugly mansion and save Mario from King Boo!
🌟 Debut of Professor E. Gadd & King Boo.
November 19, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Also on today’s date in 2001, “Luigi‘s Mansion” releases for the Nintendo GameCube.
Luigi won… IN A CONTEST!? It’s up to Luigi to use Professor E. Gadd’s Poltergust 3000 to vacuum all sorts of ghosts throughout the ugly mansion and save Mario from King Boo!
🌟 Debut of Professor E. Gadd & King Boo.
Luigi won… IN A CONTEST!? It’s up to Luigi to use Professor E. Gadd’s Poltergust 3000 to vacuum all sorts of ghosts throughout the ugly mansion and save Mario from King Boo!
🌟 Debut of Professor E. Gadd & King Boo.
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Mega Man X was released in late 1993 for the Super Famiocom, later being released worldwide in 1994, and marked the first of many spinoff/sequel series for the franchise.
Despite what many people called it at the time, this is called Mega Man "X" as in the letter, not the Roman numeral 10.
Despite what many people called it at the time, this is called Mega Man "X" as in the letter, not the Roman numeral 10.
November 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Mega Man X was released in late 1993 for the Super Famiocom, later being released worldwide in 1994, and marked the first of many spinoff/sequel series for the franchise.
Despite what many people called it at the time, this is called Mega Man "X" as in the letter, not the Roman numeral 10.
Despite what many people called it at the time, this is called Mega Man "X" as in the letter, not the Roman numeral 10.
I wasn’t a space sim fan, but Freelancer’s multiplayer sandbox hooked me. Trade, fight, explore the Sirius Sector with friends. The freedom to make your own story made it unforgettable.
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Retro Review: Freelancer (2003, PC)
Retro gaming reviews, memories, and history. From classic consoles to timeless titles, relive the golden age of video games.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:57 PM
I wasn’t a space sim fan, but Freelancer’s multiplayer sandbox hooked me. Trade, fight, explore the Sirius Sector with friends. The freedom to make your own story made it unforgettable.
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Random Dreamcast Artwork!!!
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Random Dreamcast Artwork!!!
#Dreamcast
November 14, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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I almost missed out on this! Happy 25th anniversary today, November 13th, to Skies of Arcadia (Dreamcast)! Loved the GameCube port and was thankful to be able to play it since I never had a Dreamcast (a gaming regret to this day)!
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November 14, 2025 at 5:24 AM
I almost missed out on this! Happy 25th anniversary today, November 13th, to Skies of Arcadia (Dreamcast)! Loved the GameCube port and was thankful to be able to play it since I never had a Dreamcast (a gaming regret to this day)!
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Still enjoying Pokémon Snap on N64 for NSO I'm over 40 Pokémon captured on camera now
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November 14, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Still enjoying Pokémon Snap on N64 for NSO I'm over 40 Pokémon captured on camera now
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A couple of more pick-ups this week. Think I got all Bruce Willis games on the PS1 as well now. Interestingly enough it looks like it was developed by Kalisto! The people who made Nightmare Creatures :o
November 13, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A couple of more pick-ups this week. Think I got all Bruce Willis games on the PS1 as well now. Interestingly enough it looks like it was developed by Kalisto! The people who made Nightmare Creatures :o
I sometimes forget how much time I spent playing Medal of Honour...
Medal of Honor for the original PlayStation was released 26 years ago today.
While many other console video game players attribute interest in first-person shooters to GoldenEye 007 for the N64– Medal of Honor was my gateway to the genre. The presentation is what pulled me in.
While many other console video game players attribute interest in first-person shooters to GoldenEye 007 for the N64– Medal of Honor was my gateway to the genre. The presentation is what pulled me in.
November 10, 2025 at 7:46 PM
I sometimes forget how much time I spent playing Medal of Honour...
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Lucky number 7 on my #NESTop25 is #Metroid. This game raised a high bar for #NES and all #videogames action plaformers. Ton of content, challenge, and even graphics considering this is from the 1980’s. The story was just the beginning of a multi decade fascination with Metroids and Samus! #Nintendo
November 10, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Lucky number 7 on my #NESTop25 is #Metroid. This game raised a high bar for #NES and all #videogames action plaformers. Ton of content, challenge, and even graphics considering this is from the 1980’s. The story was just the beginning of a multi decade fascination with Metroids and Samus! #Nintendo
GoldenEye 007 (N64) delivers tense gameplay, cinematic moments, and multiplayer that defined a generation.
A milestone in console gaming.
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A milestone in console gaming.
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November 9, 2025 at 5:30 PM
GoldenEye 007 (N64) delivers tense gameplay, cinematic moments, and multiplayer that defined a generation.
A milestone in console gaming.
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A milestone in console gaming.
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#RetroGaming #N64 #GoldenEye
I feel old..
Playstation 2 being over 25 years old made me realise something
When Playstation 2 came out there really was no game console out there that was 25 years old
Meaning Playstation 2 release is closer to the birth of commersial gaming era than to this day
Help
When Playstation 2 came out there really was no game console out there that was 25 years old
Meaning Playstation 2 release is closer to the birth of commersial gaming era than to this day
Help
November 9, 2025 at 11:56 AM
I feel old..
Absolutely adored this game, played it to death!
On today’s date in 1992, “Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins” releases for the Nintendo Game Boy.
Right after the events of “Super Mario Land” (1989), Wario casts an evil spell over Mario Land. Mario returns in shock of his land’s condition, so he sets out for the 6 Golden Coins!
🌟 Debut of Wario.
Right after the events of “Super Mario Land” (1989), Wario casts an evil spell over Mario Land. Mario returns in shock of his land’s condition, so he sets out for the 6 Golden Coins!
🌟 Debut of Wario.
November 3, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Absolutely adored this game, played it to death!
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Random Arcade Flyers Artwork!!!
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November 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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So, to start. 1991's entry into my gaming list of My Life In Games is...
The Simpsons Arcade game.
This year didn't have a lot of options I've played, and fewer still I liked. This one just hits different, you know? Four players, each a different yellow family member, rescuing Maggie. Is fun.
The Simpsons Arcade game.
This year didn't have a lot of options I've played, and fewer still I liked. This one just hits different, you know? Four players, each a different yellow family member, rescuing Maggie. Is fun.
November 3, 2025 at 8:29 AM
So, to start. 1991's entry into my gaming list of My Life In Games is...
The Simpsons Arcade game.
This year didn't have a lot of options I've played, and fewer still I liked. This one just hits different, you know? Four players, each a different yellow family member, rescuing Maggie. Is fun.
The Simpsons Arcade game.
This year didn't have a lot of options I've played, and fewer still I liked. This one just hits different, you know? Four players, each a different yellow family member, rescuing Maggie. Is fun.
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New Image - Bill & Ted's Excellent Game Boy Adventure (October 1991)
Bill & Ted's Excellent Game Boy Adventure (October 1991)
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November 3, 2025 at 9:15 AM
New Image - Bill & Ted's Excellent Game Boy Adventure (October 1991)
RoboCop vs Terminator (Mega Drive). Pure 90s carnage, grit and explosions. A crossover that actually delivers.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:48 AM
RoboCop vs Terminator (Mega Drive). Pure 90s carnage, grit and explosions. A crossover that actually delivers.
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#MegaDrive #Sega #RetroReview #RoboCop #Terminator
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Metal Slug: The Ultimate History
A loving homage to SNK’s comedy shooter.
Coming soon if there is enough demand, register your interest here: www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/...
#bitmapbooks #book #retrogaming #gaming #metalslug #neogeo #snk #booksky
A loving homage to SNK’s comedy shooter.
Coming soon if there is enough demand, register your interest here: www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/...
#bitmapbooks #book #retrogaming #gaming #metalslug #neogeo #snk #booksky
October 31, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Metal Slug: The Ultimate History
A loving homage to SNK’s comedy shooter.
Coming soon if there is enough demand, register your interest here: www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/...
#bitmapbooks #book #retrogaming #gaming #metalslug #neogeo #snk #booksky
A loving homage to SNK’s comedy shooter.
Coming soon if there is enough demand, register your interest here: www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/...
#bitmapbooks #book #retrogaming #gaming #metalslug #neogeo #snk #booksky
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My new sci-fi adventure Lost is out now.
Captain Thomas and the crew of the Sonata stumble into a mystery that could rewrite history. Pirates, wrecks, and a long-vanished ship...
Read it here: amzn.eu/d/5anA8Y3
#scifi #spaceopera #newrelease #indieauthor #Lost
Captain Thomas and the crew of the Sonata stumble into a mystery that could rewrite history. Pirates, wrecks, and a long-vanished ship...
Read it here: amzn.eu/d/5anA8Y3
#scifi #spaceopera #newrelease #indieauthor #Lost
Lost (Faltering Stars Book 1)
Lost (Faltering Stars Book 1) eBook : Rowan, Alec: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
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October 30, 2025 at 7:14 AM
My new sci-fi adventure Lost is out now.
Captain Thomas and the crew of the Sonata stumble into a mystery that could rewrite history. Pirates, wrecks, and a long-vanished ship...
Read it here: amzn.eu/d/5anA8Y3
#scifi #spaceopera #newrelease #indieauthor #Lost
Captain Thomas and the crew of the Sonata stumble into a mystery that could rewrite history. Pirates, wrecks, and a long-vanished ship...
Read it here: amzn.eu/d/5anA8Y3
#scifi #spaceopera #newrelease #indieauthor #Lost
Ristar always has a soft spot in my heart. I loved the Sonic games but something about Ristar just felt so fun.
October 29, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Ristar always has a soft spot in my heart. I loved the Sonic games but something about Ristar just felt so fun.
Loved the soundtrack for this game.
Ok GTA fans this one is for you!
Today is the 23 year anniversary of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City! Released October 29, 2002 (NA) for the PS2!
Set in the 80s within the fictional city “Vice City” (based on Miami), following the story of Tommy Vercetti.
Today is the 23 year anniversary of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City! Released October 29, 2002 (NA) for the PS2!
Set in the 80s within the fictional city “Vice City” (based on Miami), following the story of Tommy Vercetti.
October 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Loved the soundtrack for this game.
