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Nostalgia Meets Knowledge: The Educational Power of Retro Gaming

It's easy to overlook the timeless charm and educational potential of retro games. While these classics may seem outdated to some, their simplicity and engaging gameplay make them an untapped resource in educational settings....
GDC2024

We’re going to GDC2024!

The Implicit Conversions team is heading to GDC this March 2024! If you'd like to chat about retro/classic games, game preservation, or anything else video games (except Baldur's Gate 3 because, enough already!),...
Feb 2024 Classics Catalog Additions

PlayStation Classics Collection Update: February 2024

This month's Classic's Catalog for PlayStation Plus Premium members has been updated with Resistance Retribution and Jet Moto 2! Experience Resistance: Retribution, originally released on the PSP and now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save,...
Super Mario World Map

The Enduring Power of Pixel Art and Chiptunes

Allow us to take you through the blue doors of Implicit Conversions Time Machine. We are going on a journey to an era where pixels reigned supreme and chiptune melodies filled our bedrooms. Memories...
Implicit Conversions at DICE2024

Meet us at DICE 2024 in Las Vegas

We're going to DICE2024! Implicit Conversions will be attending DICE this year in Las Vegas from February 13-15. If you'd like to meetup and chat about classic/retro games and how we emulate them, please...

The Psychology of Nostalgia in Retro Gaming

Retro gaming has experienced a remarkable resurgence in recent years, captivating audiences and creating a thriving subculture within the gaming community. The phenomenon of retro gaming taps into the deep-seated emotions and memories associated...

The Evolution of Retro Gaming: Technological Advancements and Artistic Freedom in Game Development

Retro gaming holds a special place in the hearts of every team member at Implicit Conversions. Every time we slap a cartridge into a NES or flick the switch on our beloved (and...
Star Wars and Rally Cross PS1

PlayStation Plus Classic Catalogue Additions: January 2024

Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace | PS4, PS5 Use the Force – and your wits – to overcome challenges at every turn in this adaptation of the movie, originally released on PS1. In...
What makes a classic game a classic?

The Timeless Charm of Retro Games: What Makes a Classic?

The Legend of Zelda, Sonic 2, System Shock 2, Tomb Raider, we know that these games have been labeled ‘classics’ but what criteria do we use to bestow such a grand title onto a...
Micro Mages Boss Fight

Beloved NES title, Micro Mages, coming to PlayStation in 2024!

Implicit Conversions is pleased to announced that, in collaboration with Morphcat Games, Micro Mages will be coming to the PS4 and PS4 in 2024! Micro Mages is a platform game originally created for the NES...