4 reports
Shelf Light
Personal essays on save files, strategy guides, old game cases, and the quiet emotional side of replaying classic games.
Aug 31, 2026
The Used Game Bin Was a Better Recommendation Engine Than Most Algorithms
A reflection on the quiet advantage of pre-owned game bins over modern recommendation systems. Limited selection, low st...
Aug 30, 2026
Why I Still Keep Old Strategy Guides I No Longer Need
They’re outdated, bulky, and completely replaceable by a quick phone search. So why does Simon still keep a shelf of old...
Aug 28, 2026
Why This Blog Exists: I Miss Old Games, Not Blind Nostalgia
An office worker in Ann Arbor starts a blog because he still reaches for old games after long days—but refuses to protec...
Aug 27, 2026
The Sound of Old Menus and Why They Stay With You
A quiet reflection on the small loops and system chimes that outlast bigger themes. Title screens, confirmation blips, a...