Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Retro-inspired games, pixel art games, and modern indie throwbacks — today I’m counting down 10 modern retro games that feel like they were beamed straight out of the ’90s. If you’re into classic action, tight platforming, and games that mix old-school style with modern polish, this is your kind of rabbit hole.
In this video, I’m diving into some of my favorite retro-style modern games, including Panzer Paladin, C.A.R.L., Sea of Stars, Battle Axe, Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, Flinthook, Neon Inferno, Owlboy, River City Girls 2, and Towerfall. These games nail that classic retro feel, from pixel art and chiptune energy to the kind of gameplay that makes you wonder if you accidentally traveled back to 1995.
They’re not just retro-inspired. They’re retro-committed. These games genuinely make me think it’s still the ’90s…and honestly? I’m not gonna argue.
If you’ve got a favorite modern retro game, indie throwback, or pixel art gem that deserves some love, let me know in the comments. I’m always looking for more games that hit me right in the nostalgia.
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Retro-inspired games, pixel art games, and modern indie throwbacks — today I’m counting down 10 modern retro games that feel like they were beamed straight out of the ’90s. If you’re into classic action, tight platforming, and games that mix old-school style with modern polish, this is your kind of rabbit hole.
In this video, I’m diving into some of my favorite retro-style modern games, including Panzer Paladin, C.A.R.L., Sea of Stars, Battle Axe, Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, Flinthook, Neon Inferno, Owlboy, River City Girls 2, and Towerfall. These games nail that classic retro feel, from pixel art and chiptune energy to the kind of gameplay that makes you wonder if you accidentally traveled back to 1995.
They’re not just retro-inspired. They’re retro-committed. These games genuinely make me think it’s still the ’90s…and honestly? I’m not gonna argue.
If you’ve got a favorite modern retro game, indie throwback, or pixel art gem that deserves some love, let me know in the comments. I’m always looking for more games that hit me right in the nostalgia.
Join this channel to get access to perks:
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Want to send something to Jay?
Square Pegs c/o Jay Malone
6749 S. Westnedge Ave. Ste. K
Box 251
Portage, MI
49002
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Nintendo Switch OLED: amzn.to/36PwYzm
Xbox Series X: amzn.to/3qDlFB9
Retron 5: amzn.to/3IN42p2
Blue Yeti Microphone: amzn.to/3qEoJx8
Nikon D5600 Camera: amzn.to/3LaHSOM
RODE Shotgun Microphone: amzn.to/36voTzV
Sandisk 128 GB High Speed SD Card: amzn.to/3tE9oyi
Hauppauge HD 60 Video Capture: amzn.to/3IWTQtZ
