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Joust Arcade Game Cabinet Coin Bank

Sometimes I get to combine my gaming nerdity with my passion for woodworking. I created this arcade cabinet piggy bank using an ink-transfer method.  Made in the USA by hand...

Retrogaming Wooden Pictures

The nostalgia of retro. The beauty of wood. I make real and digital wooden images in the artwork form called marquetry. Visit my marquetry website at www.lignapix.com      ...

My family-friendly gaming setup

We love our house. Built in the 60's, situated between Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan, our quaint home is just enough for our family of four. However, it doesn't...

Retrogaming T-Shirts

The design of the 1UPcard is themed after my favorite Mario game, Super Mario Bros 2. I bought a T-shirt bearing the likeness of the cover of the game. Excellent....

Buying a Super Nintendo on eBay

Which consoles did you have growing up? Who were the friends you played with? I bet you remember their room or their basement where you played, the console they had...

Best Retro Games for Kids

What makes a game "kid-friendly"? What games have you introduced your kids to? How old were they? Leave us some feedback! And be sure to give your game the best...