One of the Sega Genesis Systems strongest genres was shooters or Shoot’em Up’s. The Toaplan releases are regarded as some of the best on the system which is way they are expensive and sought after these days. Retro-Bit has released the Toaplan Shooters Collectors Edition. An affordable way to get four of their classics for the Genesis. Join John as he takes a look at what you get with this collection and see if it is worth spending your hard earned money on.

On this episode Danny and John talk new Retrotink products, arcade book Kickstarter and whatever comes to mind and more!

On this weeks show John and Danny talk 60 years of Sega, Earthbound is 25, new pick ups and more!

On this episode John and Danny talk the Retrotink 2x Pro, new additions to their collections and how to play import games on NA consoles.

Danny and John are finally back and this episode they talk new pick ups, what they have been playing, video game magazine memories, 2020 gaming goals and more!

Retro collections are very popular right now. With Namco, Sega and Nintendo releasing systems and game collections that have been well received. Now NIS America is releasing the SNK 40th Anniversary Collection for the Nintendo Switch. How does this collection of games hold up? Lets take a look.

Bitmap Books over the past few years have been the gold standard for affordable, quality book about video games. From their visual Commpendium series to game and box art books Bitmap has covered games from the arcade to the Neo-Geo. Now their new book the Art of Point and Click Adventure Games takes a look at one of the most loved genres in gaming history.

In this Video John takes a look at MegaCat Studios latest game for the NES, Genesis and SNES, Little Medusa. He looks and what comes with the complete package, shows off some gameplay and shares his thoughts if worth you hard earned money.

On this episode John and Danny discuss the Atari VCS, the return of Intellivision, the NES Classic, do YouTube hidden gem videos inflate game prices, is it time for a blue book for video game values and more!

Bitmap Books over the past few years have become the leaders in publishing books about video games. The newest addition to the Visual Compendium is for the SNES/Super Famicom. Does this one stand up to past releases?

On this episode John and Danny talk about the new N64 controller kickstarter, recent pick up and underrated games for the NES.

On this episode John and Danny discuss emulation, flashcarts, reproduction carts and translation carts. Does it impact collecting and the retro community? Are these important tools that help with the preservation of classic gaming or just a way for collectors to get cheated.

In November 2013, Darren Wall began a Kickstarter to fund the ultimate documentary art book to celebrate 25 years of the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis. In less than 48 hours, he had reached his goal of  £30,000 ($47,000). By the time the Kickstarter ended on December 9th, over 2,000 backers had pledged £98,000 ($154,000) to the project. Published by Read Only Memory, this collected works is not only the definitive history of the Mega Drive/Genesis, but the best book about video games I have ever seen.

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the SEGA Dreamcast in the US and EU. The Dreamcast scene over the past few years has seen a resurgence of sorts. With new independent games coming out and advancements in modes for the system it has helped make the Dreamcast a desirable system to have again. Who could have thought that a system that with such a short production life would still be around and kicking for so long. 

John and Erik finally have there hands on the new RetroN 5 and have put in some play time on the system. Here is there review and feelings on this long awaited console.

Join John and Erik this month for an interview with Bill Hecklick, founder of Retroscribe, the Gamefly for Retro Games. We also share our feelings on the RetroN 5, Repro carts and more!

With the RetroN5 finally released to the masses, there is a renewed interest in grabbing game cartridges of old. Many of us go to Yard Sales, Flea Markets and Thrift Stores hoping to score that great game at a great price. But one thing you should really do with any cartridges bought before you place them in your console. Clean them, the right way. 

Join John and Erik for this special monthly retro edition of The Gamers Lounge Podcast where they talk all things retro gaming.

On February 3rd the Shenmue community will unite on twitter with the #SaveShenmue hashtag to send a message to video game console makers and publishers that gamers want to see Shenmue 3. Social media is a powerful tool and all gamers, not just fans should take part because campaigns like this are away for gamers to get companies attention.