Super Mario, Zelda (or Link), Purple Tentacle, Sonic—these are just a few of the heroes who have inspired gamers for over 40 years. Some of the original gaming devices from Atari, Commodore, Nintendo, ...

In an era dominated by cutting-edge technology and immersive graphics, the enduring appeal of classic games remains a fascinating phenomenon. From retro computer games to traditional activities like ...

The Amazon-exclusive C64 Mini Black Edition is preloaded with over $100 worth of the best Commodore 64 homebrew games.

As Commodore makes a surprise comeback, retro gamer Dan Wood explores whether AI tools belong in retro computing — or ...

Atari has been considered a retro brand for decades now, but it hasn't always leaned into that designation. While licensed T-shirts and plug-and-play consoles have been a fairly consistent offering, ...

Michelle Ehrhardt is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor. She has a bachelor's degree in history from Earlham College, where she also double majored in theatre. She also holds an MFA in game design ...

Showing the value of great design over visual impact, this faithfully resurrected home computer seamlessly integrates modern tech with some wonderful additional touches ...

The Commodore 64 remains the best-selling desktop computer of all time (according to the Guinness Book of World Records), even though it’s a computer that has been out of production since 1994. But ...

Pac-Man recreated as a D&D warlock patron has me thinking back to the best retro remakes and out-there reboots from gaming history When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Alongside the latest titles, retro gaming is a never-to-be forgotten sub-genre of games that - thanks to millions of fans worldwide - just won't quit. Retro gaming communities work hard to deliver the ...

Michelle Ehrhardt is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor. She has a bachelor's degree in history from Earlham College, where she also double majored in theatre. She also holds an MFA in game design ...

The big picture: Handheld game consoles have become immensely popular, thanks to devices like the Nintendo Switch and the Steam Deck. As competition heats up in the segment, Asus recently threw its ...