Man so many things happened this month, it's hard to keep up. First of all I started my Session series which involved myself playing through classic games until the end. I was able to release the first three sessions but there is still more to come! Also, I made it to my 100th finds blog entry which turned out to be a total success. If you haven't,...
August 31, 2009
Finds 105: Enter Turbo Duo kind of....
Well I hit the thrift store today and to my surprised found some Turbo Graphs stuff! Well, only a couple of controllers plus a multi pad connector thing. I'm not sure what to do with them as of now. Anyways, I also wanted to show the other cart I got last trip to the thrift...
Why I Should Win Nintendo World Championships
I think that foremost I should win Nintendo World Championships because I have the skills to be the champ! If you are referring to the golden cartridge holy grail well I would love to find it during my hunts but it's a reality that finding one or having one of those is a tough task. I am an avid collector that helps keep retro gaming alive by sharing...
August 30, 2009
Finds 104: NES pirate cart, Road Rash, and Mister Mosquito
Well today was a pretty awesome day. I met up with a friend from Digital Press to do a transaction and hang out. We ended up hitting some gamestops and a Play n Trade but only ended up buying Mister Mosquito for the PS2 which is quite and interesting game. The other two games...
Update on weight loss
Well two weeks ago today I was 220 pounds and I though to myself that is enough! I have been exercising and eating healthier for the past two weeks and weighted myself this morning. I'm down to 209.4! woohoooo!! I'm going to keep loosing weight until I reach my goal which is in the 180s. Wish me lu...
Finds 103: More Genesis Finds!
Here are four new genesis games I got. They all came out to five dollars so I can't complain. I have to thank Play n Trade for making this possible har har har....
Retro Game of the Week 007: Pokemon Red/Blue(Gameboy)
So here is another week passing by and another pick of the week. This time around we visit the gameboy library to pick out a must have RPG for the memorable handheld. Pokemon Red/Blue(doesn't matter which version) offered gameplay like no other back in 1998. The goal is simple,...
August 28, 2009
Finds 102: New Thrift Store Finds(FINALLY)
Alright so it's been a week and a half since my last finds so I'm very overdue for my newest finds! har har har....Anyways, I visited the local thrift store and came up with some neat stuff!Sega Genesis loose carts 95 cents each.Predator 2 for game gear for 95 cents.PS1 Controller...
August 27, 2009
Another NES Session ending...
So I was finally able to upload the final parts of TMNT 2 NES Session. I was able to beat the game and complete another successful run. Check it out as well as other sessions I have already uploaded. I should have some new ones very soon! Also, request any game session you want to see!!Part 6The Final Bat...
August 25, 2009
Cooking up something special har har har
Well I have a find that I will probably not be able to show until Sunday because it's when I'm going to actually have it in my hands. I might hit the thrift stores this week but we'll see how things go. Anyways, that's about it for now....oh yeah that Sunday find may be a big hit or miss...we'll s...
August 23, 2009
Retro Game of the Week 006: TMNT 2 (NES)
Well since I have been doing a walkthrough of this game, I decided to pick it as a retro game of the week. There is not much to tell that many people have already mentioned before. This game is a lot of fun with a second buddy and a real challenge as well. Too bad this game...
Just another Sunday
Well it has come to my attention that I can't live like this. I'm going to be struggling once again on my bills and I won't be able to buy any new games. God, not even selling the games I found will help with my financial situation. Anyways, I'm going hunting for a second job so updates will probably be less from now on. You never kn...
August 22, 2009
TMNT 2 parts 2-5 added
Just a reminder that parts 2-5 have been added to my youtube page for your viewing pleasure. That's all for n...
Saturn and Sega CD games added!
Well earlier today I updated my backloggery list again and it's now updated with those games of course. Well that's all for now. This is a very slow weekend so bare with ...
August 20, 2009
List updated over 1k games!!
Well just updated my list with my genesis collection and I just went over the 1k mark! Woohoooo! I still have around 500+ games to add so don't think that's my limit! har har har....anyways check out my list at my backloggery page on the links section(right side of this pa...
NES Session: TMNT 2 Part 1
A new session has started. This time around TMNT 2 the arcade game for the NES. Check it o...
August 19, 2009
A long day finally done....
Well today I had an eleven hour shift and I'm finally done. I'm just relaxing at home now but I'm going to be busy tomorrow with more stuff to do and hopefully will have time to play a game for at least a little bit god damn it!!! C...
August 18, 2009
Back to old habits...
Well tonight I went for a run and man do I missed it or what? har har har....it was great to go out to run again and I can't quite remember why I stopped in the first place. Anyways, I currently ran a total of 10 blocks to start off slow but I hope to run 50 blocks like how I used to in time. Wish me lu...
August 17, 2009
Finds 101: New Thrift Store Finds + Ape Escape 2!
Well today was an interesting day. After I drop my wife at her cake class I decided to visit the local gamestop in that area and found Ape Escape and Legaia 2 cib. I picked them up and was happy with my purchase. Then afterwards I decided to drive around and check out some areas...
Super C part 2 and final part + Flea Market Video added
Be sure to check out my youtube page for an update on my NES Session videos and also my flea market trip! Lots of interesting stuff found!Flea Market T...
August 16, 2009
Retro Game of the Week 005: Sonic 2 (Genesis)
This week we have a true classic of the Sega ages! Sonic 2 defined the way we looked at sonic games. This is probably the best sonic for the Genesis (Sonic 3 comes real close) because of how many memories we had with it. For me, it was the first Genesis game I ever played, in...
Finds 100: SUPER DUPER FLEA MARKET FINDS!
Well it had to be something special and it really was! Behold, the finds of the 100th entry in Retro Gaming Life Blog!Ah what a beautiful day for hunting...really there were water puddles everywhere but that didn't stopped me or the vendors. Anyways, after a long day, me and...
August 14, 2009
August 13, 2009
Working on new videos...
I'm currently working on new gameplay videos with the enhanced graphics! I hope to release at least two more walkthroughs by the end of the week. I'll keep you all post...
August 11, 2009
Finds 099: Paper Mario & Midway Classics
Just like the title says, I found these at the thrift store for two bucks a piece. Nothing that great but at least I can resell Paper Mario or maybe trade? Be sure to keep visiting for a very special Finds 100! that I hope will come so...
Famicom Session has started....
Students please sit and get ready to learn about Super Mario Bros 8! WOOT! I completed a whole walkthrough of the game and uploaded it in five different parts. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I'm already working on the next Session video so stay tun...
August 10, 2009
Retro Game of the Week 004: Mega Man 4 (NES)
Here is my pick of the week. Sorry if it's too late but I had a long day....anyways, this week I picked Mega Man 4 for the NES. This is the first Mega Man I ever played back in the NES era. Anyways, the game is just your average Mega Man game with all new eight robot masters...
August 08, 2009
4 in 1 Famicom Pirate Cart : Harry's Legend
Here is another video I uploaded and this time around is about a pirate cart I found in Peru. Check it o...
August 07, 2009
Finds 098: Two Nes titles....har har
There were only a couple of NES titles were found today....that's about it.....NES TitlesBurger TimeMike Tyson's Punch ...
Video Game Finds Video!
Here is the newest Video Game Finds that include Finds 096-097. Enjoy and please rate and subscri...
August 06, 2009
August 05, 2009
Items in Ebay Shoppe
I have some items on my Ebay Shoppe if any of you are interested. Some items include Super Mario RPG, Super Mario Bros Deluxe, and Super Mario Land 2! There are also lots of Famicom games to check out including Yu Yu Hakusho! Anyways, you can click the link on the right side under the links section. Thank y...
August 04, 2009
Finds 097: Lots of finds including Residen Evil 2!
Today was a long longggggg day but at the end I was happy with my results. Me and my wife decided to do some errands since it was my day off and therefore went to hit some places. First, of all we visited the local thrift store where I found a couple of interesting N64 titles...
August 03, 2009
What's next on the countdown? Famicom!
Yeah things are going to get a little tougher now with the Famicom games addition to my Backloggery account..... The main problem with them is that they are in Japanese so the first thing I'll need is a database with their names in letters and then I'll need to get the codes of each of the carts. These codes are what separates them from each other....
August 02, 2009
Retro Game of the Week 003: Defenders of Oasis(Game Gear)
So it's another week and another session of Retro Game of the Week. This week I have a real treat and probably a game many of you didn't knew about. Defenders of Oasis is a Dragon Warrior(Quest now) RPG that involves a kingdom going at war. It's the cliche storyline but wasn't...
Finds 095: Dance Pad and Gun!
I found these at the local thrift store for 1.95 each. Not sure if they are worth anything but for that cheap of a price, it's worth ...
Game Count....oh man...
Well just finished counting my PS2, Cube, and Xbox titles....which took longer than what I expected. At last, it's done and now you can check out my list at well you know where! My Backloggery account! (on the right side under the links section). That's all for n...
August 01, 2009
Dreamcast List Updated
I updated my Dreamcast game list at backloggery and was amazed how little games I have for that console....I need to start focusing on that console some mo...
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