Retro Console

What is Emulation and How Is It Helping To Revive Retro Gaming?

While retro gaming as an industry is now stronger than it has been for a long time, there was a lengthy period of time in the early to mid-2010s where it looked like this medium might die out altogether. In the midst of rapidly improving graphics and gameplay, not very ...
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What Does the Future Hold for Arcade Video Games?

While the glory days of arcade gaming may be long behind us, the digital world isn’t quite ready to forget an industry that was so beloved in its heyday. The birth of the home console dealt a crushing blow to arcade gaming and set the industry on a downward spiral ...
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Top 5 Iconic Co-Op Arcade Games

The charm of a classic arcade game is seldom matched in the modern gaming landscape. From the instantly recognisable pixel artwork of the early Super Marios, to the hilariously (or frustratingly?) clunky controls of the first Street Fighters, arcade gaming has given countless generations an abundance of fond memories to ...
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This Is The History Of Arcade Machines From 1971

This is the History of Arcade Machines from 1971

Early Arcade History 1971 In the early 1970s video games were at the beginning of their development and were computer-based games that were not widely used. Even though it would be some time before video games entered the “Golden Age” important events began to make headlines in 1971. The reason for this was the ...
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Arcade Joysticks Explained

Arcade Joysticks Explained

Before we begin with the different flavors of arcade joysticks, we must first examine the limitations of an arcade joystick. accomplish… For instance, if would like to play a game of the present like Call of Duty or other similar titles, then you’re better off with the joypad. Apart from optical ...
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Retro Games Franchises and their Current Day Counterparts

Mortal Kombat Mortal Kombat has been shocking gamers with its gore-filled fights and bloody finishing moves ever since its first release to arcades in 1992. It was a hit with gamers in the 90s and has remained a gaming giant ever since, however it hasn’t always been a smooth ride

Arcade Joysticks Explained
Arcade Games

Arcade Joysticks Explained

Before we begin with the different flavors of arcade joysticks, we must first examine the limitations of an arcade joystick. accomplish… For instance, if would like to play a game of the present like Call of Duty or other similar titles, then you’re better off with the joypad. Apart from optical

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Arcade Machines

5 Reasons Why You Need an Arcade Machine in your Home

If you are thinking of buying a home arcade machine, then you absolutely should, case closed. Just kidding! However, at Arcade Mania we have proposed a few ideas that will confirm in your mind as to why you may need a custom arcade machine in your home. From self-entertainment to

Retro Arcade Machine Buying Guide
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The Best Retro Arcade Machine Buying Guide in 2022

In this retro arcade machine buying guide, we will look at various varieties of games machines that offer a wide difference in the gaming experience, perhaps it is throwing a basketball with friends, playing pac man in the old school arcades, kicking ass on street fighter, or moving away from

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