Could this be the greatest video games music compilation? You be the judge.
source: videogamedunkey
The Pop-Culture E-Zine
There is no doubting the nostalgic factor of the Nintendo Entertainment System (or more accurately and affectionately known as the NES).
Some of us even go so far as to morph the grey shoe-box into their favourite gaming franchise. A befitting tribute indeed. The backlit Zelda and Mega Man modifications on these NES cases are one of the best I have seen in a while. Check them out.
Which platinunfungi creation do you prefer?
Backlit Mega Man 2 NES – 25th Anniversary Edition
source: platinumfungi
Backlit Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod
source: platinumfungi
Wow, with a staggering 6,000 pieces and 23 different shades of Lego, Link is finally brought to life! This life-sized creation is truly the stuff of legends, Zelda ones at that!
source: ZaziNombies
A very cool stop-motion video of how Rock becomes Mega Man and Dr. Light had nothing to do with it. Watch out for that Mega Buster!
source: FinalCutKing
Since Pokémon is the hottest item at the moment, we thought we would carry on with more Pokémon related shenanigans, from some Pikachu free running to eating a jelly bean likeness! Enjoy!
Free Running Pikachu!
source: kumakumafilms
Pokémon Pikachu – Pixel Art with Jelly Beans
source: GuizDP
What would Pokémon look like if it was played in the first person? Press play on the below video and check it out – the Machinima crew have derived the ultimate Pokémon game in the first person. Come get some!
source: Machinima
After the awesome cosplay on show at the Winter London Film and Comic Con event, it was New York’s turn to show-off their cosplay prowess. Go New York!
source: Aggressive Comix
What do you do when you have lots of free time on your hands? You recreate your Mario Kart battles in real life, that’s what!
If you have your K’nex lying around, then put it to good use immediately. If not, watch this video for some inspiration. K’Nex + Mario Kart = awesomeness!
source: StormbringerGT






Don’t have a Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) to get your nostalgic hit? Don’t stress, you can go straight to the Nintendo8.com site and play all your favourite Nintendo 8-bit games right on your browser!
I know some will say that it is not like the real thing, but hey, not all of us are inclined to own all the old consoles. So go ahead and enjoy some 8-bit action.
Are you missing out on playing Super Mario Bros.? Would you like to edit Super Mario Bros. and create your own challenging super levels? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then stop reading and head on over to Full Screen Mario now!
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