26 Sep Retro Games Week 2025: Rediscover Classic Video Games
The video game industry has evolved a lot since games like Pong and Space Invaders, with modern titles boasting photorealistic graphics and complex narratives. Maybe you grew up with classic video games, or maybe you’re discovering them for the first time. Either way, retro games are more popular than ever.
Low entry requirements: With new high-profile releases costing $70 and requiring high-end hardware, turning to older games is an affordable way to have fun. And this isn’t just about arcade classics: the 2010s are behind us more than you think, and many of those games are still amazing. You could even say the best games aren’t new.
Emulators aren’t necessary: You don’t need to experiment with emulators to play retro games. Many subscription services, like Xbox Game Pass and Nintendo Switch Online, offer classics. However, they don’t have everything; there are many GameCube games that should be added to NSO.
Remasters encourage rediscovery: Many games are being remastered and reimagined. Sometimes they let you jump back into the classic experience on the go, so you can compare before and after. Unfortunately, not all game remakes are worth it, but that can encourage people to revisit the original.
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