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What is the Best Retro Handheld Gaming Device? An Expert Comparison
Retro handheld gaming devices offer a unique blend of nostalgia and portability, delivering classic games from yesteryear straight into the palms of our hands. With a history stretching back to the epoch of LCD gaming watches and the iconic Game Boy, these devices...
Jurassic Park Cast Then and Now: A Nostalgic Journey from 1993 to 2024
When "Jurassic Park" roared onto screens in 1993, it wasn't just a movie; it was a phenomenon. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this sci-fi adventure set a new standard for special effects and captured the imagination of audiences worldwide. As we look back, let's...
Unveiling the AI-Generated Adventures of Lara Croft: A Visual Odyssey
\Artificial intelligence (AI) has undeniably become a game-changer in numerous fields, and the realm of digital art is no exception. Among the fascinating capabilities of AI is its potential to generate images – a phenomenon that has recently taken the internet by...
Unearthing the Timeless Treasure: Why the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) Still Holds Value Today
The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) might be decades old, but it remains a valuable collector's item that continues to bring joy to gamers around the globe. In an era where gaming consoles are constantly evolving and pushing technological boundaries, it's...
When Was Nintendo Founded?
1889 - When Nintendo was founded Believe it or not, Nintendo was around a long time before they started making video games. Most people hear Nintendo and think Super Mario Bros on the Nintendo Entertainment System. They actually first started as a manufacturer of...
Most Expensive Copy of Mario Bros Ever Sold
Thirteen bids and $660,000 later, the most expensive copy of the original Super Mario Bros game has been sold, wow! So how does this happen? The seller received the game as a Christmas gift back in 1986. It then got left in a desk draw unopened and in hiding for the...
How much is Pokémon Yellow worth?
Price Guide Release Price: £39.99Boxed Price: £40-60Unboxed Price: £14-20Mint: £20,000Pokémon is one of the biggest franchises in the gaming market and it all started with the first video games released for the Game Boy. Pokémon Red and Blue were the initial releases...
Friends Giveaway
We are running a Friends merchandise giveaway at Retro Chest. You could be in with a chance of winning some fabulous Friends goodies. All you have to do is follow the instructions below. Like our Facebook page here. Follow us on Instagram here. Sign up to our...
How much is a Game Boy worth?
While the retro game market is getting more and more interest the Game Boy is becoming ever more popular once again among collectors and the younger generations re-discovering the lost gems of the gaming world. With several models belonging to the Nintendo Game Boy family we go through the prices and find out just how much is a Game Boy worth.
