The legacy gaming masterminds at Nightdive Studios tackle the massive task of porting classic DOOM through the KEX Engine alongside new features, a new episode, in-game mod support, and more.

Video games have been demonized since their inception but several studies suggest that games can be actively helpful in many applications. Juno explores if video games can actually be good for the mind.

We were given a first-look at the upcoming book 100 Greatest Console Video Games: 1988–1998, which is now on Kickstarter, through an essay about Earthbound.

We learn more about the iiRcade platform through Founder and CEO of the company Jong Shin. We ask questions in support of both player and developer perspectives.

While games are full of systems that take ideas from gambling, there are not many out there that embrace the unique flair of gambling’s style. Way back on the Sega Mega Drive though, Gunstar Heroes had an unforgettable stage, the Dice Palace, that’s worth studying today.

The world of ROM hacks and bootlegs can be a strange place. Guest contributor Sina steps up to guide us through the weird demake bootlegs of Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero, known colloquially as MK5 on Genesis and MK2K on SNES.

Capcom is back with new updates on the upcoming Resident Evil 4 remake and the Resident Evil Village Winters’ Expansion.

Gloomwood, a heavily anticipated stealth tribute to Thief and Resident Evil by New Blood Interactive has hit Steam Early Access in a big way.

Through the Game Wizard cheats and entering specific names, one can add a lot more replay value to Infernax. This guide collects all the ones we know so far.

Alex couldn’t wait for the full release of ULTRAKILL from New Blood Interactive and found himself entranced in the steel and blood of this action title.

With the release and reception of NieR: Automata, it looks like Square Enix will be continuing to foster the NieR franchise with the announcements of NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… and NieR Re[in]carnation at the Tokyo Game Show.

Inspired by 90s PC shooters, DUSK would have fit comfortably beside the genre’s best. It is a game that we cannot recommend enough.

Last year thousands of layoffs beat down the spirit of the games industry. Despite this tumultuous state, some of the best games we’ve seen in most genres released and that’s worth celebrating. We only hope that 2023 will hopefully be a turning point for everyone involved in the games industry.

Indie showcases and presentations are important to the overall health of the gaming industry, showing projects that can emotionally grip players just as well as AAA titles.

Summer is nearly here, and Forever Classic Games has a list of major gaming events to keep an eye on.

Fraymakers is a fun and charming platform fighter, but I find that a lot of my admiration for the title comes from its potential, rather than what’s already here.

The Forever Classic Games team reflect on 2022 and the multitude of amazing games such as Elden Ring, God of War, Infernax, Shredder’s Revenge, Vampire Survivors, and many more.

Two recent releases, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising and Salt and Sacrifice, brought up an interesting thought about 2D game design and how it is so well-defined.

As part of CES 2024, GUNNAR Optiks charted out their future. The company known for esports and gaming glasses is innovating its lenses and collaborating further with Marvel, Blizzard, and tokidoki.

Alex breaks down his experience over three months using only SteelSeries hardware on PC and the occasional console.

A new era of gaming is upon us. Justin picked up a digital PlayStation 5 and shares his experience with the console, Astro’s Playroom, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Demon’s Souls, and Bugsnax so far.

Zach lays out his thoughts about the next-gen console options dropping in November and ranks them. Which console will stand tall? PS5 or Xbox Series X?

Alex has been fumbling with the Joy-Con for far too long, sharing why the Hori Split Pad Pro is his current favorite way to play the Nintendo Switch as a handheld.

Joe has always been a person that tinkers and after many years of wondering what to put together he finally set out to build his own PC to use for animation and gaming.

We spoke with Yuri Lowenthal, Nadji Jeter, and Tony Todd at Twin Cities Con 2023 shortly after the impressive release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PS5.

Ahead of Twin Cities Con, we spoke with Ben Pendrod, President of Nerd Street LLC, about the tremendous effort it takes to establish a convention.

We learn more about the iiRcade platform through Founder and CEO of the company Jong Shin. We ask questions in support of both player and developer perspectives.

While browsing a Final Fantasy fan page, we come across an extremely cool set of custom Final Fantasy IV figures. A quick message later we learned about Faux Show Collectibles and the person behind the fan project.

We chat with Joseph Reiter of Symbiote Studios, a company that creates merchandise for indie games and other geeky properties including, Overcooked, Rivals of Aether, Transformers, and Shovel Knight.

After getting access a few days early, the PlayStation 5 Open Beta of Monster Hunter Wilds showcases an evolution of the mechanics and presentation of Monster Hunter World. We share our impressions so far!

After the phenomenal release of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, we are entering a new glorious age of Warhammer 40k media that will likely create new fans.

As part of CES 2024, GUNNAR Optiks charted out their future. The company known for esports and gaming glasses is innovating its lenses and collaborating further with Marvel, Blizzard, and tokidoki.

A short preview build of Cult of the Lamb from Massive Monster and Devolver Digital has been shared following PAX East. Alex shares his impressions of this stylish new action roguelike game.

PAX East 2022 was full of indie gems and exciting new projects. Alex collects some of his favorites in this Best in Show list.

Justin powers through weird scheduling to explore the demos of Resident Evil Village on PS5 from Capcom. Have these demos emboldened his excitement for the game or tempered his expectations?

Sina shares his experience with the Time Attack mode of Shadow of the Colossus on PS2 and how certain gameplay elements lead to conflicting designs.

Looking back at Sonic CD reveals a brilliant entry in the franchise worth playing today. Sina breaks down one of the most overlooked Sonic games in this feature.

While games are full of systems that take ideas from gambling, there are not many out there that embrace the unique flair of gambling’s style. Way back on the Sega Mega Drive though, Gunstar Heroes had an unforgettable stage, the Dice Palace, that’s worth studying today.

The world of ROM hacks and bootlegs can be a strange place. Guest contributor Sina steps up to guide us through the weird demake bootlegs of Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero, known colloquially as MK5 on Genesis and MK2K on SNES.

A monster has dwelled in his subconscious for most of his life. Alex finally faces down Lavos as he finishes Chrono Trigger for the first time.

As part of a new series that looks at odd games in well-established franchises, Sina dives into the first Burnout but discovers that these games didn’t start out with the same energy they’re known for.

For the past several months, I have been adoring the Digimon Card Game for its beautiful representation of the franchise, fascinating mechanics, affordability, and community of players.

Following the launch of Street Fighter 6, the future of Capcom’s iconic fighting game franchise looks bright, especially for those that engage with tournaments and community gathers.

Indie showcases and presentations are important to the overall health of the gaming industry, showing projects that can emotionally grip players just as well as AAA titles.

The world of the Atelier series of RPGs is vast and exciting! Alaska breaks down the best entries in the long-running franchise and why they’re worth playing, especially with Atelier Ryza 3 being just around the corner.

Alex breaks down his experience over three months using only SteelSeries hardware on PC and the occasional console.

Prepare for the domination of Chainsaw Man in pop culture. Alex breaks down why this hyperviolent story is resonating so deeply with people and its cultural influences that lay the groundwork for something special.

Last year thousands of layoffs beat down the spirit of the games industry. Despite this tumultuous state, some of the best games we’ve seen in most genres released and that’s worth celebrating. We only hope that 2023 will hopefully be a turning point for everyone involved in the games industry.

The Forever Classic Games team reflect on 2022 and the multitude of amazing games such as Elden Ring, God of War, Infernax, Shredder’s Revenge, Vampire Survivors, and many more.

PAX East 2022 was full of indie gems and exciting new projects. Alex collects some of his favorites in this Best in Show list.

Since it’s rather difficult and unfair to pin Game of the Year to one specific title, our GOTY picks simply highlight some of our favorite games from the year. We proudly present the 2021 Forever Classic Games of Excellence.

We’ve already seen a handful of successful PC ports of PlayStation games, mainly Death Stranding and Horizon Zero Dawn, but there are so many other games that Sony should consider. Games like Bloodborne, Legend of Dragoon, and Ratchet & Clank deserve being on Steam, Epic, or GOG.

Considering the unfortunate delay of Evangelion 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, we recommend six other anime to check out for fans of the iconic mecha tale. Picks include Bokurano, Gantz, SSSS Gridman, and more.

The quest for the 12 Chozo Artifacts is as tough as ever in Metroid Prime Remastered. This guide will help you track them all down and complete Samus's mission on Tallon IV.

The Gagnrathr is an easy-to-miss greatsword in Valkyrie Elysium. Here’s our guide to unlocking the subquest An Old Man’s Discerning Eye.

Through the Game Wizard cheats and entering specific names, one can add a lot more replay value to Infernax. This guide collects all the ones we know so far.

Season X has changed the Fortnite Battle Royal map quite a bit. Be sure to keep up with what is going on from someone who wants you to understand the story and the changes on the island and how they will effect you when you drop in!