Kris Carlson

12/04/2026

Are you going to Midwest Gaming Classic?! Make sure you get signed up for one of my workshops! Happening on Friday again this year. Be sure to get signed up as soon as possible as they often fill up!

There's a Gameboy Advance SP Reshell one, a Game Gear Reshell one, and even a GameCube Reshell one!

https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/workshops

27/03/2026

CHEESE!!!

07/01/2026

Classic arcade vibes meet modern hardware.
I just unboxed two brand-new arcade machines from Alan-1 and Atari, and this is exactly the kind of stuff that gets collectors excited.

From cabinet build quality to controls and presentation, this is a proper throwback with a modern twist. If you’ve ever wanted a real arcade feel in your game room, this one’s worth checking out.

Full unboxing and first impressions are live now 🎥
Which cabinet would you pick?

https://youtu.be/mPrwuTVHTAA

Alan-1, Inc. Atari

28/11/2025

Check out this awesome thing that Square Pegs, his wife and I are doing!

Coming August 29, 2026 - Kalamazoo's first ever retro video game convention! 70+ vendor tables, cosplay, free play gaming, tournaments, meet and greets, and tons more!

Black Friday EXCLUSIVE SALES are alive and well over at https://www.mrgexpo.com

Be sure to take advantage before they are gone and receive EXLCUSIVE Black Friday Merch with your ticket purchase shipped to you BEFORE the show!

MRGE

27/11/2025

The weather is cold but the ticket deals are HOT! Secure yours now for EXCLUSIVE Black Friday merch!

Come out to Kalamazoo August 29th, 2026 for the first ever Michigan Retro Game Expo! Tickets on sale NOW at https://www.mrgexpo.com/

Share this post if you'll be at MRGE!

23/11/2025

One of the things all of us at MRGE are for this year is the support from the gaming community.

And one of our biggest supporters has been our friends at Video Games Monthly! We're happy today to announce VGM will be a special guest at the first annual Michigan Retro Game Expo on August 29, 20206, with swag for all who stop by their booth!

Be sure to come out and get your photo with Floyd! Tickets available now at https://www.mrgexpo.com!

29/10/2025

Unboxing and reviewing the EasySMX S10 controller — a budget-friendly gamepad for Switch, PC & Android! Can it compete with the Pro Controller? Find out in my full review!

EasySMX Gaming

🎮 Watch now: https://youtu.be/xuEalz3nyZY

23/10/2025

Unboxing Anuchard & Lonesome Village — two indie gems that got the Premium Edition Games treatment! Beautiful packaging, great gameplay, and collector value all in one.

https://youtu.be/qAeSDMhUq3Q

Premium Edition Games

15/10/2025

Just checked out the brand-new Hilltop Retro in Chardon, Ohio — shelves packed with classic games, consoles, and hidden gems! A must-see for any retro gamer. Full video on YouTube now!

https://youtu.be/Brcd2sYAKgQ