Category: CLASSIC GAMING
Boss Rush Network’s Retro Hub is the home for all things classic and retro gaming, celebrating the games, consoles, and memories that helped shape the industry. From iconic consoles and timeless titles to hidden gems and nostalgic favorites, it’s a place to revisit the past and explore the history of gaming that still influences today’s experiences.
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 50: Xbox Shows Big at Gamescom 2025 and Silksong Has a Release Date
It was a big week at Gamescom and the boys have a lot to say about it! Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss the massive showing for Xbox at Gamescom, including the Xbox ROG Ally X, Indiana Jones’ DLC, and the release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong.
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 49: Xbox at Gamescom, Helldivers 2 + ODST, and Rod Fergusson Leaves Blizzard
Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney explore a packed lineup of Xbox titles set to make waves at Gamescom, a potential Halo: ODST crossover with the upcoming Helldivers 2 release, Rod Fergusson leaving Microsoft (again), and more.
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Boss Rush Banter: Boku no Natsuyasumi Deserves an Official Western Localization
Boku no Natsuyasumi serves as the perfect end to summer; unfortunately, the Sony-published series remains unreleased and untranslated in the West.
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Atari to Acquire Majority Stake in Thunderful Group
Atari announced on Tuesday that it will acquire a majority stake in Thunderful Group, the parent company of Thunderful Games and Rising Star Games, for approximately $5 million USD.
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VIDEO GAME BOOK CLUB: Tales of Graces f Remastered Spoilercast and Review Discussion
This month on Boss Rush Video Game Book Club, Pat and the panel discuss Tales of Graces f, the latest remastered classic from Bandai Namco, discussing the story, characters, updated mechanics, and more.
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Ubisoft Reportedly Names Charlie Guillemot and Christophe Derennes Co-CEOs of Tencent-Backed Subsidiary
Ubisoft has announced the leadership team for its new subsidiary, in charge of managing Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six, naming Charlie Guillemot, son of Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot, as co-CEO.
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RUMOR: Multiple Fallout Games In Development at Xbox and Bethesda, Its Claimed
Rumors claim that multiple Fallout games in development, including possible remasters—at Xbox and Bethesda.
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Boss Rush Banter: Simple JRPGs Still Have A Place In Gaming
JRPGs have long left their simple roots, but a return to this style both graphically and in gameplay would work in today’s landscape.
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Boss Rush Banter: Final Fantasy VII Remake’s Combat Is The Franchise’s Crowning Achievement
Square Enix spends a lot of time blurring the line between real-time combat and turn-based battle, and Final Fantasy VII Remake strikes the perfect balance.
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Boss Rush Banter: Super Mario Galaxy’s Secret Sauce Is Rosalina
Rosalina is the secret sauce for Super Mario Galaxy because she adds a depth not seen in other Mario games.
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Boss Rush Banter: I Miss Pocketable First-Party Handhelds
As many major game developers pump out releases where much of the content could be considered ‘quantity over quality’, I have found myself craving some of the tighter, condensed games that tended to make their way to handhelds in the past.
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Dragon Quest I and II HD-2D Remake Release Date Announced
Dragon Quest I and II HD-2D Remake has a release date, which Square Enix announced in a blog post.
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Assassin’s Creed Unity’s Parkour is Overrated
Assassin’s Creed Unity has unrealistic parkour compared to other games in its franchise. Does it really deserve to be considered the “best” in the series?
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Boss Rush Banter: Let Video Games Cook!
Games companies should just…let games cook. Doing so would fix many of the issues plaguing gaming and set us up for another golden age.
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Boss Rush Banter: EGM’s Digital Archive is Video Game History Preservation Done Right
The Electronic Gaming Monthly Digital Archive does an impressive job preserving material that was vital in shaping the video game industry and the culture surrounding it.
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Boss Rush Banter: Are Mascot Horror Video Games Hitting a Plateau?
In the ever growing ocean of horror games, has mascot horror become a school of fish too big to find interesting?
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How To Get Into The Trails Series: A Beginner’s Guide
At first glance, the Trails series might seem difficult to get into. This guide aims to break the series down and help you find the best entry point.
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Boss Rush Banter: We are in the Midst of a Survival Horror Renaissance
The survival horror genre has seen a massive resurgence in recent years. While its nice to see flagship developers, such as Capcom and Konami, back in the ring, the true innovation is coming from within the indie scene rather than the AAA industry.
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Boss Rush Banter: Final Fantasy II’s Storytelling is The Game’s True Star
Final Fantasy II often gets a bad rap, often for good reason. Buried beneath gameplay issues sits some good storytelling that often gets missed.
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Boss Rush Banter: You Can’t Truly Appreciate a Video Game’s Impact At First
Gamers are quick to label video games, which can lead to recency bias. Rather, taking some time to let it sink in can yield more accurate thoughts.
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Boss Rush Banter: The World of Twilight Princess Needs Attention
Twilight Princess gets a lot of attention for many wanting an HD port. How about a new adventure in that world instead?
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The 2024 Bossies: Best First-Person Shooter Nominations Announced
The 2024 Bossies won’t forget about first-person shooter games. Here are the nominations for Best First-Person Shooter.
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Boss Rush Banter: Tales Franchise Should Remaster Original Games First
The Tales franchise seems to have more remasters on the way. Bandai Namco should turn to the series’ origins for ideas.
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