
Top 5 Best-Selling Retro PC Games and What Made Them Iconic
A deep look at five of the best-selling retro PC titles - why they sold so well, the innovations that made them stand out, and the ways they shaped modern gaming.

A deep look at five of the best-selling retro PC titles - why they sold so well, the innovations that made them stand out, and the ways they shaped modern gaming.

A provocative look at why many classic PC games - from Planescape: Torment to System Shock and X-COM - still offer deeper storytelling, clearer systems, and more meaningful player agency than many modern releases. Supported by design analysis, player anecdotes, and evidence from gaming archives and retrospectives.

Explore how the Game Boy's design philosophy-simplicity, durability, and developer accessibility-is echoing through today's handheld renaissance. From FPGA-powered recreations to novel indie devices, learn how the Game Boy spirit could shape the next generation of portable play.

A hands-on, creative guide to modding Game Boys at home: screen upgrades (IPS/backlight + bivert), battery and charging improvements, audio and speaker mods, and aesthetic upgrades that boost playability and nostalgia - with tools, difficulty levels, safety tips and resources to get you started.
How a gray plastic brick with a monochrome screen rewired an entire generation - from playground trades and fashion statements to lifelong communities still thriving today.
A provocative dive into why the Game Boy-its feel, design constraints, and culture-still matters in the age of powerful smartphones and millions of mobile players. Convenience may win the numbers game, but replacement? Not so fast.

A deep dive into creating original Game Boy ROMs, selecting toolchains, testing on emulators and hardware, and the ethical and legal debates surrounding emulation and preservation of classic games.

A deep dive into overlooked Game Boy and Game Boy Color titles - why they matter, how they play, and the stories behind their creation. Rediscover eight underrated games that show the handheld’s surprising range.