Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but ...

I’ve always been fascinated by how some old video game consoles have turned into valuable collectibles over time. What used to be simple entertainment devices are now sought-after items by collectors ...

The first video game console came out in the early 1970s and was quite rudimentary. Between then and 2025, which marked the release of the latest new console, the Nintendo Switch 2, there have been a ...

Since their modest origins, video games have advanced significantly. Contemporary games have intricate storylines, expansive open worlds, and photorealistic visuals that rival Hollywood blockbusters.

When the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X launched for $499, the internet lit up with complaints about the high prices, not to mention the need to buy games afterwards. What if those consoles didn't ...

For grown-up gamers, it's like a time capsule; a room full of vintage TVs, old video game consoles, and classic games. The "Retro Bay" can be found at the University of Chicago's Weston Game Lab, ...

Sixteen years ago, a new take on an old genre completely revolutionized action-adventure games, and its inspiration can still ...