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Top 10 Sega Saturn Games | RGT 85

  The Sega Saturn is one of my favorite consoles of all time, so I thought it would be fun to look at the Top 10 Sega Saturn Games ever. Want to know the best of the best the Saturn …

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E3 2017 Predictions with BeatEmUps – Nintendo, Sony, Xbox | RGT 85

E3 2017 is right around the corner, so I teamed up with my buddy Wood from BeatEmUps and we came up with our E3 2017 predictions. Nintendo, Playstation, Xbox, along with random companies will be heavy at E3, and this …

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SEGA Forever REVEALED – SEGA’s New Subscription Service? | RGT 85

After guessing what SEGA Forever meant to go along with Amazing SEGA, it appears SEGA’s 2017 plans are now revealed. A Twitter user provided me with some information that clearly shows what SEGA Forever exactly is! RGT 85 Po Box …

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Are Console Exclusives GOOD or BAD? | RGT 85

Console exclusives are always interesting. Want Uncharted? Buy a PS4. Want Halo? Xbox One. Mario? Nintendo Switch. But are console exclusives good? Or are they hurting gaming? Let’s find out in this video about console exclusives being good or bad! …

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New HD Sega Genesis Coming in 2017 | RGT 85

  With the demise of the NES Classic recently many people are looking for the next big thing. A new HD Sega Genesis is coming with cart support, 720p and more. But is there a problem with this Sega Genesis …

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Nintendo Discontinues NES Classic – I Might Know Why! | RGT 85

Nintendo announced that the NES Classic was being discontinued today, and the final stock will be distributed in April. Why would Nintendo kill the NES Mini when it was selling so well? I might be able to guess why. Send …

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SEGA Games I NEED on Nintendo Switch PS4 and Xbox One | RGT 85

SEGA has amazing franchises that they have forgotten about. The Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One need some SEGA loving, and these SEGA franchises are just the ticket to bring SEGA back to a mighty pillar in gaming. Find out …

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STUPID Things Gamers and Collectors Say | RGT 85

  There’s ton of gamers and collectors in the world, but sometimes they say some really stupid stuff. I enlisted the help of the gaming community to see what stupid things gamers and collectors say that drive everyone insane! Co-Op …

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Super Bomberman R for Nintendo Switch – Is It Worth It? | RGT 85

  Super Bomberman R is a Nintendo Switch launch title and many were looking forward to how Bomberman has fared after some time off from gaming. So is Super Bomberman R for Nintendo Switch worth it? Should you buy it? …

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SEGA IR 7000 – Sega’s Forgotten Handheld | RGT 85

  The SEGA IR 7000 was a handheld released in 1994 that was very different from the Game Gear and the Sega Nomad, yet no one seems to remember it. What was the SEGA IR 7000? Let’s find out! Patreon: …

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Nintendo Switch Hardware Impressions/Review – Left Joy-Con Issues?! | RGT 85

   The Nintendo Switch is finally out, and after playing my Switch for several hours, I decided to talk strictly about the Nintendo Switch hardware and what I think about it! Enjoy my look at the Nintendo Switch, the Joy-Cons, …

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GameStop FORCES Employees to LIE to Customers – TRUTH from Ex-GameStop Employee | RGT 85

GameStop is no stranger to controversy, but a new plan called “Circle of Life” is now FORCING GameStop employees to LIE to customers about having only used products. As an ex-GameStop employee, I share my thoughts on this program and …

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How To Build a GREAT NES Collection For Under $100 | RGT 85

NES collecting is at an all time high, and newcomers to the Nintendo Entertainment System may have trouble getting bang for their buck. Let’s look at how to build a great NES collection for under $100! Shirts: http://rgt85.spreadshirt.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/shawnlong …

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RIP Wii U – The BEST and the WORST of the Nintendo Wii U | RGT 85

  RIP Wii U – The Wii U was a misunderstood system that failed in the grand scheme of things. And while the Nintendo Wii U had it’s problems, there is more than enough positive things to talk about when …

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Castlevania Cartoon Coming to Netflix – Details and Story Revealed | RGT 85

Castlevania is an iconic franchise that has lost it’s way lately, and Netflix is looking to bring it back on track. A Castlevania cartoon will be hitting Netflix in 2017. Learn details about Castlevania on Netflix, including the story! Wood: …

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The Most Expensive NES EVER! – Analogue Nt mini Review | RGT 85

The Analogue Nt line of NES clones are known as very premium products. In this video we will take a look at the Analogue Nt mini, which is a $500 NES clone. Is the Analogue Nt mini worth checking out …

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Double Dragon IV Review for PS4 – Nostalgia or Greatness? | RGT 85

Double Dragon IV continues the Double Dragon NES series, but does Double Dragon 4 recapture the greatness or does it fall short? Find out in this Double Dragon IV review! Music by RetroGameRemix: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfJa… Shirts: http://rgt85.spreadshirt.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/shawnlong Twitter: @ShawnLong85 …

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Nintendo Wii Hidden Gems – The Wii’s Best Kept Secrets | RGT 85

The Nintendo Wii was an interesting console for Nintendo, but many claimed that the Wii wasn’t for hardcore gamers. However, there were tons of awesome Nintendo Wii hidden gems, and many were overlooked. Let’s take a look at Nintendo Wii …

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The Best Batman Games You NEVER Played | RGT 85

Batman video games have been around for a long time, and many varied in quality. Due to this, many great Batman video games went unnoticed during release or after. This video showcases some of the best Batman games you never …

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RGT 85: The Video Game for the NES – Greatest NES Game Ever? | RGT 85

  Has the greatest NES game been discovered? RGT 85: The Video Game has been released, and it’s full of classic Nintendo Entertainment System goodness all in a beautiful NES cartridge! Is this real life, or a figment of RGT …

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Top 5 NEW Retro Games for 2017 | RGT 85

The retro game scene is alive and well, and this video will showcase RGT 85’s Top 5 NEW Retro Games for 2017. Learn about new projects and games for the NES, Dreamcast, Steam, and more! TheBitStation: http://thebitstationgames.com/ MegaCatStudios: https://megacatstudios.com/ Piko: …

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Super Retro Boy – The Game Boy for 2017 (Plays Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance) | RGT 85

The Super Retro Boy from Retro-Bit is looking to replace your old Game Boy handheld. A brand new product from Retro-Bit, this device will play your Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance cartridges on it with a …

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Nintendo Switch – Why I Pre-Ordered | RGT 85

 The Nintendo Switch presentation has just ended, and I just pre-ordered the console right after. What sold me on the Nintendo Switch? What games were the heavy hitters? Find out why I pre-ordered the Nintendo Switch! Shirts: http://rgt85.spreadshirt.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/shawnlong …

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How to HACK NES Classic – Add NEW GAMES to NES Mini | RGT 85

The NES Classic has been hacked, and you can now add a variety of NES games to the console. This video will show you the steps to add any NES game to your NES Classic, and really open up the …

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8-Bit HD Review – NES Carts in HD for $50 | RGT 85

  With the rise of the NES Classic the NES has been thrust back into the spotlight. With a ton of NES clones on the market, the 8-Bit HD looks to be an affordable way to play your NES carts …

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NEW Release Sega Dreamcast Games! | RGT 85

The Sega Dreamcast might have ended production in 2001, but that doesn’t mean new games still aren’t coming out for it. In this video RGT 85 takes a look at New Release Dreamcast games that have been coming out on …

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GameStop Screws Up My Retro Game Order – WTF GameStop?! | RGT 85

  After bashing GameStop and their retro game practices I decided to purchase 3 games during a buy 2 get 1 free sale on their website. The package arrived, and well, GameStop proves once again why they shouldn’t be dealing …

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Retro Video Game Bubble #CUPodcast Response | RGT 85

  On a recent episode of the CUPodcast, a topic of discussion was the retro video game bubble and the looming “burst” that will be on the horizon. I think we are far from it though, and I explain why! …

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Top 10 Nintendo Power Covers | RGT 85

  Nintendo Power was one of the premier Nintendo magazines, and with 285 issues of Nintendo Power, there were a lot of covers. In this video RGT 85 takes a look at his Top 10 Nintendo Power Covers! What were …

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The Complete SNES Review – The Ultimate Super Nintendo Book | RGT 85

  The SNES is one of the most iconic systems of all time, so it’s time to give this beast it’s due. The Complete SNES is the ultimate book for Super Nintendo fans. Check out all the details of this …

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EPIC Game Room Tour 2016! | RGT 85

The time has come for an EPIC Game Room Tour with RGT 85! Check out my ultimate man cave featuring a ton of video games, collectibles, consoles, and much more! Be sure to subscribe and comment and let me know …

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How To Open a New Video Game | RGT 85

Something like unboxing and opening a video game should be an easy task, but let’s face it: there are tons of people out there who do not know how to do it properly. In this video, RGT 85 takes a …

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Cirka N85 Controller for NES Review | RGT 85

The NES is over 30 years old, but new consoles, games, and controllers are still coming out for the system. Since NES controllers damage over time (mostly from throwing them), I picked up a Cirka N85 Controller for my NES. …

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Hardware Pushers – NES Games that Push Hardware Limits | RGT 85

  The NES is a diverse console and a favorite with retro game collectors, and we all know the great games for the console. But what about the games that were technical marvels? The NES was filled with games that …

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Splatterhouse Wanpaku Graffiti Review for NES – HAPPY HALLOWEEN! | RGT 85

Splatterhouse is one of the classic horror retro gaming franchises, but did you know a version released on the NES? Join RGT 85 as he takes a look at Splatterhouse Wanpaku Graffiti, which was released for the Famicom. This is …

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Video Game Collecting Documentary ‘The Bits of Yesterday’ now on Kickstarter! | RGT 85

Video game and retro game collecting is a huge part of nerd and modern culture, and one documentary looks to showcase the true story behind this cultural phenomenon that has been growing steadily over the past few years. Learn all …

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Fayetteville Comic Con 2016 Tour and Pick Ups! | RGT 85

Fayetteville Comic Con 2016 is in the books! Check out my tour of the event floor, some of the guests, and of course what I bought at Fayetteville Comic Con 2016! For additional posts by  RetroGamingTube 85: Click Here Join the …

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Mighty No 9 Doesn’t Suck – Mighty No 9 Review | RGT 85

Mighty No 9 has been blasted since the Kickstarter issues, and upon release was given harsh scores by critics. After a few months, RGT 85 decided to pick up Mighty No 9 to review it, and guess what? Mighty No …

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Castlevania NES Trilogy Memories – Castlevania Turns 30 | RGT 85

Castlevania has turned 30! To celebrate this,RGT 85 decided to take a look at the Castlevania NES Trilogy as these 3 games were an important part of many childhoods and are still important in modern gaming. For additional posts by …

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Nightshade Review for NES – The Most Underrated NES Game | RGT 85

Nightshade on the NES is one of the most unique, ambitious, and genre blending games on the NES, yet no one talks about it. Find out why Nightshade is an underrated NES game that you NEED to own! For additional …

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YouTube Gaming Channels You Should Be Watching – RGT 85

  YouTube Gaming is a vast place with tons of content creators, but I think you should be watching these lesser known YouTube Gaming channels if you aren’t already! Help these channels grow! For additional posts by  RetroGamingTube 85: Click Here …

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5 Nintendo Franchises I Want on Nintendo NX | Ask RGT 85

The Nintendo NX can be a reboot for Nintendo, but what are some franchises that Nintendo has seem to forgotten about that need to be on the system? RGT 85 shares his thoughts! For additional posts by  RetroGamingTube 85: Click Here …

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Super Mario Run for iPhone iOS and Android – Be Careful Nintendo! | RGT 85

Nintendo recently announced Super Mario Run for iPhone (and shortly afterwards for Android) devices. Super Mario Run is Mario’s debut on cell phones, but Nintendo needs to be very careful with this game. Find out why RGT 85 feels like …

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Metroid Prime Federation Force Review – Is It That Bad? | Ask RGT 85

Metroid Prime Federation Force has been getting mixed reviews, but one person on a Metacritic gave it a 4.5/10. That person was me. Is it as bad as I made it out to be in my review? Find out in …

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Atari Jaguar Review – Crappy Cat or Frisky Feline? | RGT 85

The Atari Jaguar was touted as the first 64-bit console, but never seemed to make an impression on the industry. How does the Atari Jaguar fare today though? Is it worth playing? RGT 85 finds out! And if you wondering …

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retroUSB AVS Review – NES in HD! | RGT 85

 The retroUSB AVS attempts to bring the NES into HD, with some modern touches as well. So how does the retroUSB AVS review? Let’s find out with this in-depth review of the console! And if you wondering just who I …

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How To Buy Cheap Games on eBay (2016) | RGT 85

Buying games on eBay has changed recently, and many feel there aren’t any good deals left to be had. Learn some tips on how to buy cheap games on eBay and avoid overspending! And if you wondering just who I …

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Abzu Review for PS4 – RGT 85

 Abzu is an interesting experience from the developers of Journey for the PS4 and Steam. Should you dive into Abzu? Check out RGT 85’s review of Abzu on the PS4 to see if it’s worth your money! And if you …

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Will GameStop go out of Business Soon? | Ask RGT 85

GameStop is an industry giant, but with the market constantly changing, will GameStop be out of business soon? RGT 85 answers with the first episode of Ask RGT 85! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn Long. …

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NES Mini vs ATGames Mega Drive: Quality vs. Crap | RGT 85

  The NES Mini appears to have a “new foe” on the horizon with the ATGames Mega Drive, which features 80 games according to gaming media, but ATGames has a long track record of crap. RGT 85 explains! And if …

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NES Hidden Gems | The NES’s Best Kept Secrets | RGT 85

The NES is an iconic system, and there are a ton of hidden gems that don’t get enough coverage. Let’s look at some of the NES Hidden Gems you need to know about with RGT 85! And if you wondering …

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Plug n Play NES Coming From Wisdom Tree on Kickstarter | RGT 85

  The NES Mini has the world talking, but it’s not the only throwback system being marketed. Piko Interactive owns the Wisdom Tree license, and now has a Plug n Play NES on Kickstarter with the classic Wisdom Tree games! …

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Is E.T. for Atari 2600 the Worst Game Ever? | RGT 85

E.T. for the Atari 2600 is commonly referred to as the worst game ever. But is it really, or is this just an over-exaggeration drummed up from people? RGT 85 investigates by finally playing E.T. for the first time ever! …

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Top 5 Video Game Controversies Involving The Government | RGT 85

  Video games have been a target of the government throughout the years. RGT 85 takes a look at his Top 5 Video Game Controversies Involving the Government in this video! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn …

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Why is Sega Saturn Collecting So Expensive? | RGT 85

 People often feel the NES is very expensive to collect for, but the Sega Saturn is proving to be tougher and tougher to find games for. Find out why with RGT 85! And if you wondering just who I am, …

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Resident Evil Game Boy Color – Capcom’s Forgotten Port | RGT 85

  Resident Evil was nearly complete to release on the Game Boy Color, but never saw an official release. Learn the history of the forgotten Resident Evil port and check out the unofficial release of this game! And if you …

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Friday the 13th for NES Review – Jason’s Gaming Debut | RGT 85

Friday the 13th is back in the gaming spotlight, so RGT 85 takes a look at Jason’s gaming debut: Friday the 13th on the NES! Is it as bad as many have made it out to be? And if you …

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TooManyGames 2016 Madness and Pick Ups! FREE GAMES! | RGT 85

  TooManyGames 2016 was a fantastic experience! Join me as I show you the showfloor, some hijinx, and of course all the sweet pick ups I got at the event in Philly! And if you wondering just who I am, …

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Doom for SNES Review – A Game for Religious Folks | RGT 85

  In the early to mid 90’s, Doom was a game that parents, the government, and religions hated. But was that fair? Was Doom really a great game for religious people in disguise? RGT 85 investigates with his review of …

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Smart Boy and Supaboy S Shown by Hyperkin at E3 | RGT 85

Hyperkin was in attendance at E3 2016 and showcased two interesting products: the Smart Boy and Supaboy S! Check out my thoughts on these products! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn Long. I started doing videos …

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TooManyGames Panel Ft. Scottsquatch DeeDave and More! | RGT 85

Join Jeffery Whitenhagen, myself, ScottSquatch, DeeDave, AfterEndMedia, and 8-Bit Vintendo as we talk The Complete SNES Kickstarter, Gaming, and more! Special guest 64bitforlife joins us as Batman for video game dodgeball! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m …

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Basic Championship Wrestling Review for NES – NES Wrestling Homebrew! | RGT 85

There’s a brand new NES Homebrew Wrestling Game: Basic Championship Wrestling. Join Macho Man RGT 85 as he breaks down what Basic Championship Wrestling is all about! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn Long. I started …

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Metal Gear Solid 3 Remastered for Pachinko? WTF KONAMI!

 Metal Gear Solid 3 is one of the greatest games of all time, and Konami is giving it a remaster with the FOX Engine! Sort of….with Pachinko. RGT 85 isn’t too pleased with this decision! And if you wondering just …

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The Best Ghostbusters Game: Ghostbusters Wii

Ghostbusters is back in the spotlight with an upcoming movie, so RGT 85 decided to take a look at the best Ghostbusters game: Ghostbusters for the Nintendo Wii! Find out why this is the best Ghostbuster’s experience! And if you …

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Are Online Only Console Games Worth $60?

 While online-only games have been a staple in the PC community, they have recently begun to enter the console realm. But are these online-only console games worth the standard $60 asking price? RGT 85 shares his thoughts. And if you …

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Epic Dumpster Dive with RGT 85!

Dumpster Diving is becoming a popular way to get some gaming goodies, so RGT 85 decided to try his hand at it. Would he have success? Would he get hepatitis from the dumpster? Let’s find out! And if you wondering …

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Dreamcast Hidden Gems | The Sega Dreamcast’s Best Kept Secrets

  The Dreamcast is an awesome system that had a short lifespan due to problems at Sega. Let’s take a look at some Dreamcast Hidden Gems that every Dreamcast owner should own! And if you wondering just who I am, …

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Virtua Fighter 2 Genesis Review | The Forgotten Virtua Fighter

Virtua Fighter was a premier fighting series from SEGA that was an arcade hit, but not many people realize that Virtua Fighter 2 hit the Genesis late in it’s life cycle. So how does Virtua Fighter 2 fare on the …

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GameStop: Why Are Open Games “New”? – RGT 85

Walking into a GameStop can lead to one thing: getting a “new” game that is already opened. Why do they do this? And what does RGT 85 think of it? Let’s find out! And if you wondering just who I …

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N64 Hidden Gems | The Nintendo 64’s Best Kept Secrets

  The N64 was an awesome system, but the limited library compared to the PS1 causes a lot of fans to think they know all the top games. There’s a ton of hidden gems on the N64 though, so let’s …

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New Def Jam and Marvel vs Capcom? – Stupid Kickstarter Games

  Kickstarter is a great way for would-be developers to either fund their dreams or bring some extra cash into their game projects, but sometimes people who have no business making a Kickstarter decide to try their hand at crowdfunding. …

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The Complete SNES – Epic New Super Nintendo Book!

Check out the details about a brand new book that will be hitting Kickstarter this June called The Complete SNES, which will be the ultimate SNES book for 16-bit fans! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn …

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Is Earthbound a Rare Game? – RGT 85

  Earthbound is one of the highest prizes in the SNES collection, but is it actually a rare game? It’s time to investigate, dig for some numbers, and see just how “rare” Earthbound is! And if you wondering just who …

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Batman Returns for SNES Review – RGT 85

Batman had many entries on retro consoles, but the best of the bunch is one that many don’t talk about. Batman Returns on the SNES is a complete hidden gem on the console, and RGT 85 shows you why in …

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Call of Duty: It’s Time for a Break – RGT 85

  Call of Duty is one of the biggest franchises in gaming, but are yearly releases killing the franchise? RGT 85 says yes! Find out why! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn Long. I started doing …

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Daytona USA Review for Sega Saturn – RGT 85

  Daytona USA was a blockbuster arcade racer from SEGA that found it’s way onto the Saturn. RGT 85 reviews this timeless classic that has some of the best music ever in a video game! And if you wondering just …

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TurboHD: Hyperkin’s Turbografx-16/Turbo Express Clone System

  Much like with the Smart Boy, Hyperkin is testing interest for another new product: the TurboHD, which would bring the Turbografx-16 to HD and in the palm of your hand, and on your TV. Find out all about what …

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Bill Clinton’s Cat coming to SNES! Socks the Cat Rocks the Hill

  Socks the Cat Rocks the Hill was thought to be a lost prototype that starred Bill Clinton’s cat for 16-bit consoles, but a recent discovery is bringing Socks the Cat back to the limelight! And if you wondering just …

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Resident Evil Turns 20: Gaming Memories – RGT 85

  Resident Evil is now 20 years old, so to celebrate this, I look back at my memories of the first game in this survival-horror franchise! And if you wondering just who I am, I’m Shawn Long. I started doing …

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GameStop Employee: My Tale of Terror – RGT 85

    GameStop is the largest game chain worldwide, and I was once an acting Assistant Manager there from mid 2005-mid 2006. This is my tale of terror from working at GameStop. And if you wondering just who I am, …

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Top 5 Worst Fighting Games Ever – RGT 85

  The fighting genre is one of the most popular in gaming, but not every game can achieve greatness. In this video I take a look at the Top 5 Worst Fighting Games Ever! Be sure to let me know …

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Coleco Chameleon Price and Kickstarter Date Revealed!

  The Coleco Chameleon made it’s debut at the New York Toy Fair, and shortly thereafter the team announced the price point and the Kickstarter launch date! Find out all the details! And if you wondering just who I am, …

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GameStop is selling FAKE Retro Games – ClayFighter Sculptor’s Cut N64!

  When GameStop entered the retro market, many people were curious as to what the outcome would be. It seems like tons of fake and reproduction games are infiltrating their stock, and they don’t seem to care. The latest case …

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