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Lit: Retrogamer Returns from the Dead
Tue, 06 Dec 2005

You might remember from an earlier post of mine that the much adored Retro Gamer magazine went out of business; more specifically, Live Publishing went bust due to losses against numerous magazines despite RG itself being a money maker. Well, like the content it describes, Retro Gamer is making a comeback.

Although the new company has nothing to do with Live Publishing, the new boys are trying to get back their former customers - a wise plan; how many people were in the same boat as I.. renewing just before Live unknowingly tanked? Being out an entire years sub-money wasn't really cool, so getting a free 3 copies of the new rag means I'll pay attention. If this first new issue (issue 19) is anything to go by .. I may well be a subscriber again.

I've not had this issue long enough to make good commentary (notice a trend in this blog yet?), but it looks sharp and professional, yet maintains its retro-cuteness -- lots of big glossy photos of R-Type, Ms. Pacman, Leisure Suit Larry.. whats not to love? I even hear they'll not be so UK-oriented this time around.

Loverly.

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