Ah, the OPCFG. Man, I remember viewing this page in the late '90s. I always found its aesthetic pleasing, and recall it as one of the first video game sites that I thought, "Wow, this is some really cool stuff." Ran by the great Rob, updates have stopped but thankfully HG101 (more specifically, Kurt Kalata) is perserving its greatness for all to see for the 1st time, or recall for the 100th time
IT'S BACK! Well, a new version, ran by the same Rob who ran the original OPCFG. This time around their focus is on compilations. Be sure to check it out
One of SegaFans' members, BelPowerslave's own personal site. I've known Bel since 2001 from my diehard Saturn days, and we have shared a-many Saturn thoughts. A good guy, a good site. Lotsa random things, plus a Sega review section. His style of including how much he bought a game for also inspired me to keep track of my own game acquisitions:
"Got it for: $23.97. Funny story behind this game: I was at a Circuit City when they were clearing out their Genesis games. This was "clearanced" at $23.97 (back then, I guess that was a deal, or I was drunk). So I take it up to the register. This little hottie rings it up, says "Wow, Garfield!!! Can I come over and play it!?" Like a complete and utter freaking moron, I just look at her. God, video games have taken away almost as much as they have given to me!!!"
A big Genesis fan, Bel's views are always interesting...
Ran by YAKUMO, he helped me in this website process back in November '06. His site has many mini-reviews and has been a site I've followed since 2003 or '04. A fellow big lover of obscure games... his site is definitely worth checking out
My long time Saturn bud, Gameofyou, and his efforts to "immortalize" the Saturn. He has a disc with loads of game clips, worth checking out (and buying). He also supplies me with high quality Saturn screenshots -- so many thanks, Kent
Ran by a fellow HG101 buddy, this retro site is slowly expanding and features a likable aesthetic. I laughed when I read his link intro to my site: Steven is one crazy guy. One day he decided he would review all obscure Super Famicom and Saturn games ever made. Is he part of a cult? Are there any satanic influences involved? It's too late to find out, because he already succeeded. So before you start downloading that new fan translated dating sim, do yourself a favor and ask Steven if it's worth it or not.
Well, I don't do dating sims, and as for the satanic influence, I'm not qualified to say...
Another fellow HG101 mate of mine, this site launched in late February 2007. I knew it was only a matter of time before Vyse the Determined got his own site. Like me, he is a big SNES fan. He owns 30 systems and nearly 4,000 games! His site, like mine, is a newcomer in 2007, and slowly expanding with each passing week
Some may scoff, but scoff all you like. This site has been a favorite of mine since 2001. If you head to the right places (e.g. Saturn/SNES General) there are a bunch of cool gamers to talk to, some good discussion, and the FAQs/codes/user reviews are fun to check out on random nights. Of all the gaming sites on the internet, I've met the most gracious gamers off GameFAQs and to this day, I'll never understand anyone who constantly rips this site. Stick to the right spots, and it's great
Been posting there since January 2004. A great place with many users with which you can easily engage in some good retro (and modern) gaming discussion. Very laid back
I don't post there much these days, but it helped start my game posting craze. I joined in March 2001, and lurk there at least once or twice a week these days. There are a bunch of characters there, and most have been around for several years now. It is a much tougher, cynical crowd than most other gaming boards... TEH DRAMA! LOL
A game trading site. Been there since March 2001. Don't use it much these days, but it's a good alternative to eBay when looking for a game, manual or box
Ran by my buddy Evan G., a major SNES nut who's devoted his site to nothing but SNES information, including prototypes and unreleased games. More of a technical site than most others. Worth checking out
Tim's new, promising review site. I like his style, much different from mine in some aspects but I like his attitude of wanting to cover his game (buying and playing) experiences
Matt's cool random current retro and everything in-between news site. He has been so kind as to highlight my efforts at sharing obscure SFC games with the gaming world, and most recently gave my site a nice plug. Cheers Matt!
Destroy All Monsters has been resurrected! I have fond memories browsing this wicked cool site (Saturn shooter reviews mainly) 2002-2004. MikeB recently brought it back, hurrah!
Video game store that is also a big supporter of RVG and my work in general, it's much appreciated so to repay my gratitude here is a cool gaming store you should check out
Retro gaming site that keeps you abreast of the latest and greatest. This site has highlighted my efforts, so I very much appreciate it and return the favor here. Good site!
The best import game seller online, bar none. Where do you think all my obscure SFC games came from? *wink* Don't hesitate to deal with them, good prices, great selection, very reliable!
Another promising up and comer, I dig Matt's style. Like me, it's a one man show over there, and his passion and desire oozes out of every single page. I'd keep a close eye on this site if I were you. It has all the makings of being an epic video game site in due time
A new site devoted to the gaming memories of one man, as well as anyone else who wishes to submit their own tale. Sort of like the website version of Rob's Memoirs of a Virtual Caveman
Interesting site devoted to one man's love of Halloween and monsters that go bump in the night. Nice sprite section of some ghoulish SNES games to boot!
Well done site that has a bit in common with my own effort in the sense that it's not all about the games. And when it is, it's usually about NES or the SNES. Quite an interesting site!
eBay
You know the link. Still the best source to buy games online, IMHO. So many great deals I've scored off this site. Been there since the summer of 1999, I don't know where my game collection would be today if it weren't for teh 'bay....
