RETROCADE
RETROCADE
Early reviews of the 2026 Street Fighter movie praise its energetic fights and campy cast while criticising confused plotting, dated humour and uneven execution.
The new Street Fighter film mixes sharp fights, baffling editing, committed performances and outrageous humour into a spectacularly entertaining mess.
A closer look at the open question of whether Xbox understands games, with a wider perspective on players, hardware and arcade culture.
Lucasfilm’s Star Wars 50th-anniversary publishing slate includes new graphic novels, comics, horror stories, reference books and art books arriving from 2026.
Explore 19 standout cosplay looks from Paris Japan Expo, featuring characters from Resident Evil, Zelda, One Piece, Dark Souls and more.
Bill Watterson’s Calvin and Hobbes finds a quietly powerful answer to life’s absurdity: humour helps us face what reason cannot explain.
Kyle Gordon’s childhood approach to video games was simple: keep hold of the controller and make the wait for everyone else as long as possible.
Many 1990s children grew up with video game restrictions. But does banning games remove their appeal, or make forbidden play more tempting?
Dance Dance Revolution helped BM develop an early connection between gaming, music and movement before he became KARD’s iconic lead dancer.
Max Burkholder reflects on how entertainment properties are adapted today compared with the past, offering a concise perspective for retro-gaming fans.
Three decades after Buffy faced Angelus in the season 2 finale, her one-word answer remains the clearest summary of her courage, resilience and identity.
Kel Mitchell arrives at the club with serious dance moves. Would Dance Dance Revolution prepare you to join him, or send you towards the exit?
ContraPoints revisits childhood gaming memories, low-fidelity horror and unexpected arcade classics during a thoughtful Shelf Quest visit to videogamesnewyork.
The golden age of arcade gaming created legends that continue to influence the gaming industry today. These iconic titles didn’t just entertain millions—they built communities, sparked competitions, and established the foundation for modern gaming culture. From the simple brilliance of Pac-Man to the revolutionary combat of Street Fighter II, these games represent the pinnacle of…
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