Do you spend your weekends hunting down forgotten arcade gems? Can you explain why Chrono Trigger still matters? We want to hear from you.
Rec0ded88.com brings classic games to modern browsers. Our readers play everything from 8-bit platformers to 90s RPGs. They want honest reviews, practical guides, and real stories from people who understand what makes retro gaming special.
If you write for us gaming content that helps our community, we’ll publish it.
What Rec0ded88.com Does
We run the web’s premiere retro gaming platform. Players come here to experience titles from NES, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy, and dozens of other systems. Our emulators work on desktop and mobile browsers. No downloads. No hassle.
Our audience ranges from players who grew up with these games to younger gamers discovering them for the first time. They trust us to preserve gaming history and make it accessible.
Topics We Publish
We accept gaming write for us submissions on these subjects:
Retro Gaming Core Content
- Game reviews (any classic system or title)
- Console comparisons and histories
- Genre deep dives (beat ’em ups, SHMUPs, JRPGs, puzzle games)
- Strategy guides and walkthroughs
- Gaming culture and nostalgia pieces
- Interviews with retro gaming community members
Technical and Preservation Content
- Emulation tips and guides
- ROM hacking and translation projects
- Game preservation efforts
- Hardware retrospectives
- Controller and accessory reviews
Community and Culture
- Speedrunning guides and histories
- Retro gaming events coverage
- Collector’s guides
- Hidden gems and underrated titles
- Regional gaming differences
We accept content about any gaming era before 2005. Focus on games you know well and can write about with authority.
Guest Post Guidelines
Content Requirements
- Write 500-800 words (we’re flexible if the topic needs more or less)
- Submit original content not published anywhere else
- Include screenshots or images when relevant
- Link to credible sources for claims and statistics
- Use headings and formatting to break up text
Writing Standards
- Write in clear, direct English
- Skip the marketing language and hype
- No AI-generated content or generic filler
What We Don’t Accept
- Promotional pieces disguised as articles
- Plagiarized or spun content
- Excessive linking to commercial sites
- Poorly researched or factually incorrect content
We want your authentic voice and genuine knowledge. Write like you’re explaining something to a friend who shares your interest.
How to Submit
Email your pitch or draft to [email protected]
Include these items:
- Your article idea or completed draft
- Brief bio (2-3 sentences)
- Links to previous writing samples
- Any relevant links you’d like included (we review these individually)
We respond to submissions within five business days. If we accept your piece, we may suggest edits to improve clarity or fit our style.
Why Write for Rec0ded88.com?
You reach thousands of retro gaming fans each month. Our readers actively engage with content and share pieces they find valuable.
Benefits include:
- Exposure to a dedicated retro gaming audience
- Author bio with link to your site or social profiles
- Do-follow backlinks where appropriate and relevant
- Opportunity for ongoing contributor relationships
- Showcase your expertise in gaming history and culture
Your writing helps preserve gaming knowledge and introduces classic titles to new players. That matters more than most people realize.
Ready to Contribute?
We need writers who understand what made classic games work. If you can explain game design, share practical knowledge, or tell stories that capture why these games still matter, send us your ideas.
Write for us + gaming content that serves our community. Skip the nostalgia-bait and give readers something useful.
Contact us at [email protected] to start the conversation.
Let’s preserve gaming history together.