Take a trip down memory lane with NerdLeaks Nostalgia. Revisit the golden era of classic games, tech, movies, TV shows, toys, and more. Cherish the timeless nostalgia of the nerd scene and relive those unforgettable moments.
The Nintendo 64 was Nintendo’s third major home console release. It launched in late 1996 (early 1997 if you were in Europe or Australia) and was the only console of its generation to use cartridge media rather than the CDs used by PlayStation and Sega Saturn. Despite this technical limitation – which made many developers … Read more
The gaming scene today looks very different to how it did back in the 90s. At that time, Nintendo and Sega were riding high, with Sony’s PlayStation a new and unproven unknown. Microsoft had yet to release its Xbox, although that console would debut with the next generation, and although PC gaming was still a … Read more
The tabletop world is still undergoing something of a revolution. Though many families know board gaming as a somewhat reluctant pastime, only indulged when distant family members visit for holidays or special occasions, the fact is that tabletop gaming can be just as immersive and exciting a narrative medium as movies, books, or video games. … Read more
The original Scream was released all the way back in 1996, and it’s a somewhat misunderstood classic. The very existence of Scary Movie proves that some people just didn’t “get” Scream; it’s a postmodern deconstruction of the slasher film, so to parody it just seems silly. However, there are plenty of films inspired by Scream … Read more
As it’s the most popular sport in the world, it’s hardly surprising to know that there’s been an almost endless supply of soccer games for video game players to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes. However, as with all genres of video games, some hit the back of the net perfectly while others deserve a … Read more
When people talk about instant messenger apps, there are two that pretty much always spring to mind. The first is, of course, the inimitable MSN Messenger, which accompanied many of our childhoods and was a mainstay for our social relationships. The second is AIM, or AOL Instant Messenger, which relatively fewer of us used but … Read more
While many people were using MSN Messenger in the late 90s and early 2000s, there was another messenger app that was capturing the imaginations of millions worldwide. AIM – which stood for AOL Instant Messenger – may have closed down back in 2017, but it got its start a lot earlier than that, and there … Read more
Pretty much anyone who had the internet back in the 1990s and 2000s will likely remember MSN Messenger, AOL Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, and others. MSN Messenger was the Facebook Messenger of its day, only it didn’t have an entire social network attached to it; instead, it was simply a program you downloaded on your PC, … Read more
For many people, Windows 3.0 (and its more popular successor, Windows 3.1) is a matter of the distant past. It existed in that strange time before people actually used computers en masse; computers were a hobbyist proposition first and foremost, and the general population either didn’t understand them or felt they didn’t have any use … Read more
Windows 95 is when Microsoft got serious. After years of enthusiast and hobbyist operating systems designed only for the computer faithful, Windows 95 was the first OS that could easily be used by ordinary, non-techie folk. The operating system is 26 years old today, and while it’s been discontinued for a very long time, we … Read more
After Windows 95, there was Windows 98. Microsoft’s operating system had conquered the world in its previous iteration, and now it was time for the Redmond tech giant to cement its lead and make itself the de facto king of the software world. Of course, that isn’t quite what happened, but Windows 98 was an … Read more
If you didn’t grow up watching some form of Scooby-Doo, we regret to inform you that you missed out. This venerable TV series was fun, wacky, and occasionally genuinely spooky too, and it pitted some of the most lovable characters on TV against some truly memorable and iconic villains. The show even spawned several catchphrases; … Read more
When it comes to classic movies, there are a few that should be on top of your list. Classic movies are the sort of movies that make you feel good inside. They are typically 120 minutes of utter movie gold. When you think about classic movies, what springs to mind for you? Whether it’s romance … Read more
It’s fair to say that Pixar’s Toy Story series is one of the most iconic movie franchises of all time. The original movie was released in 1995 and changed the face of animation as we know it; the 3D animation was not only groundbreaking but also incredibly detailed and full of pathos, leading to a … Read more
Ask any child of the 90s and they’ll tell you they have a huge amount of nostalgia for the decade. The 90s gave us some of the greatest music, television, cinema, and gaming experiences we can remember, but one of the most enjoyable aspects of the decade was inarguably its toy selection. It was easy … Read more
There was a lot to learn from 90s shows, stick with me as I count them down! 1. Abuse of male authority figures is hilarious and goes mostly unpunished. Ug Lee the camp counselor, Principal Belding, Uncle Phil, Mr. Lippman, Principal Schwinger, Carl Winslow….the list goes on and on. Endless pranks, verbal and emotional abuse … Read more
Are you ready to countdown the best of 90s TV shows?! Good! Lets get started. The #10 90s TV Show is Hey Arnold! What’s not to love about a 90s tv show where a character is thrown into a culturally diverse world where he has an assortment of interesting friends and an obsessed lover, I … Read more
Before you read this article think hard about any forgotten 90s toy you held close to your heart at some time! If it didn’t make the list leave a comment and maybe we’ll feature it someway on our site. When we think about the 90s, there are many toys that stand out in our memories … Read more