Nintendo World

It is a sad day when a magazine dies especially a good one like this. Writen by the clever people behind N64 magazine this cheap but useful mag promised a free gift every month. Although the gift was always rubbish it is the thought that counts but this magazine just couldn't survive! It had a nice idea but was forced to join with N64 magazine and now hides in little corners of that one. But this had it's day and although the short but sweet mag has moved on it still lives on in our hearts. ...

In early 1999, a plethora of 'cheap' games megezines arrived on the scene. Their philosophy was simple: get a magazine out which was closer in price to £2.25 than £3. A 'free' gift is usually also offered. These normally take the form of a tacky toy or some sweets. The magazines are obviously aimed at either children, who have limited financial resources or anyone willing to waste a couple of pounds. However anyone about to buy one of these mags should note that the cover price of the magazine will truly be wasted. When these magazines are written, there are normally a few inherent flaws. Essential information is often ommited, reveiws are very ...