Ranking and Reviewing Mindscape NES games
JohnRiggs – Mindscape published many games that people have heard of, some ported from computer, some ported from other companies. Heres a look at all 20 games from Mindscape for NES. Mindscape—the gaming company that was like that one friend who almost made it big but kept tripping over their own shoelaces. Founded in the […]
John Riggs Paid $1100 for a video game collection… FOR 1 GAME!!!!

John Riggs is like your cool retro-gaming uncle who somehow knows every obscure NES game, can fix a busted cartridge with a mystical wiggle, and still has time to hit up every regional swap meet for hidden gems. With his signature beanie, dad-joke delivery, and an unshakable love for all things old-school gaming, he’s the […]
Looking for the COOLEST things at GeekFest in Everett, WA

Geekfest in Everett, Washington, is an annual celebration of all things geek culture, drawing enthusiasts from various fandoms together under one roof. This vibrant expo features a diverse array of activities and attractions that cater to fans of comics, movies, video games, anime, and more. Attendees can immerse themselves in the world of cosplay, with […]
10 Reasons why Midwest Gaming Classic is the Best Gaming Expo

Midwest Gaming Classic is an annual tradition in Milwaukee, WI, that brings so many of us together. Here’s a quick look on why I love it so much. Milwaukee, located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Wisconsin, is a vibrant city renowned for its rich history, diverse culture, and dynamic urban landscape. As the […]
Sidequest Expo in Portland is 95% VIDEO GAME VENDORS!

Sidequest Expo, formally PRGE Video Game Swap Meet, was a GREAT time to be had by all. It’s a great way for so many of us to get together and hang out for the weekend in beautiful (and sometimes weird) Portland, Oregon. Here’s a look at what I saw, what I grabbed, what I ate, […]
NY Video Game Convention is Inside a Flight Museum (Long Island Retro Gaming Expo)

I was invited to Long Island Retro Gaming Expo in Long Island, NY which happens to take place in the Cradle of Aviation museum so while there’s gaming everywhere there’s also a ton of flight stuff like planes, shuttles, and more. Super cool. Here’s my weekend adventure of what I saw, what I ate, what […]
4 New Evercade Games You’ll Need for the Collection

Evercade has four new games coming soon. Jaleco arcade 1, Galeco arcade 2, Morphcat Games and Intellivision collection 2. Here’s a look at all 4 and a brief look at every game included on all 4 of these carts. JohnRiggs
Metal Jesus Live Q&A – (YouTube, Japan, Gamer Eats, GBA, Sierra, Music & MORE!)

Our live Q&A from the Southeast Game Exchange Expo in Greenville, South Carolina. Questions about YouTube likes & dislikes, Music recommendations, Sierra plans, Hated Games, questions about Japan, will Gamer Eats return, our game character Crushes & much more! Thanks to Gerry & Puck for recording the panel and helping moderate it!
Yeah Yeah Beebiss II – Now Available on Switch, Steam, NES and Dreamcast

John Riggs talks about how his HOMEBREW GAME got made and where you can get your own copy The Legend of Yeah Yeah Beebiss I Long ago there was legend of a new video game that had no screenshots, no reviews, no advertisements — nothing. Just a quick blurb in the back of some magazines […]
I Ranked Every Contra Game (NES – GBA)

Contra was a pioneer in the run ‘n’ gun genre and beloved by many. I look at some of the earlier Contra games and rank them among themselves. JohnRiggs JohnRiggs