Super Mario Kart 's old school TV ad

Don't you miss the dedication that went into video game commercials? Back when the Internet was nothing more than a way to use your Juno email accounts, video game publishers actually had to spend their money advertising their upcoming games with commercials!

Sure, some video games get the TV ad treatment, but the percentage is pretty slim compared to the days of yore.

Check out this retro Super Mario Kart commercial for nostalgia sake.

Portable retro gaming just got easier

Introducing the Pocket Retro Game Emulator. This handheld allows you to upload NES, SNES, GBA, Sega Genesis or Neo Geo roms, and play them on the go.

The handheld has a 4GB hard drive with micro SD support, allowing you to store all your precious retro games conveniently in one place. For all the specs or to order the dream machine, visit ThinkGeek!

SEGA Dreamcast: 10 Years of Gaming

Many-a-gamer remembers the day 9.9.99, for it was the North American release of the SEGA Dreamcast. The gaming system was considered a huge success and a huge failure, ultimately facing a quick demise due to poor supply, increased competition and lack of continued software support. Regardless, the Dreamcast did have its successes and should be celebrated.

10 years after launch, developers and gamers likely would admit that the public is better off without a fourth console in the next-gen battle. SEGA's failure in the console market has also allowed its coveted character lineup to become mainstream figures across all next-gen consoles, even paving the way for Sonic to join one-time rival Mario in various Nintendo software titles. Additionally, the innovation of including a 56K modem, web browser and unique controller design have all helped to expand the original mindset of what a console should be.

So today and until the 10 year anniversary this September, let us celebrate the SEGA Dreamcast. 10 years have passed, and your rivals have prevailed, but the Dreamcast should be applauded for its various contributions to the gaming industry. Now excuse me while I go play Power Stone 2.

Super Mario 64, Rainbow Road Hack

This video is truly awesome. It really shows how the creativeness of video game fans can create greatness. Check out a hack that turns Peach's secret slide in Super Mario 64 into a Rainbow Road shell driven course.