Fifteen years ago, Capcom released a game that would redefine the puzzle genre: Ghost Trick. This inventive title, crafted by Shu Takumi, the mind behind the Ace Attorney series, invites players into a world where they embody a spirit named Sissel. The games unique premise revolves around solving puzzles by possessing inanimate objects, making it a standout in a sea of conventional AAA titles. What sets Ghost Trick apart is its seamless integration of narrative and gameplay.

Long-lost NES puzzle game Xcavator, initially developed in 1991 by Chris Oberth, is making a comeback thanks to a collaboration between iam8bit and the Video Game History Foundation. This fully polished cartridge edition, priced at $100, not only revives a piece of gaming history but also supports archival efforts aimed at preserving the legacy of 8-bit gaming. The release includes an authentic NES cartridge and a detailed manual that dives into the game’s troubled past, Oberth’s career, and the broader challenges of preserving video game history.