Write for us

We welcome pitches from writers and knowledgeable enthusiasts who can open up a specific part of retro gaming without assuming every reader already knows the backstory. A strong proposal has a clear question, a distinct angle and a reason the subject rewards a closer look.

What we welcome

We consider original pitches about game design, old hardware, game history, play culture and player craft. Pieces may explain a mechanic, compare a pair of approaches, trace a historical change or make a familiar game newly legible. We look for grounded ideas that can be handled with care and do not depend on unsupported claims or borrowed nostalgia.

A useful pitch

Tell us the working title, the central question, the main points you would explore and why the piece suits Cartridge Almanac. Mention the likely shape and length, and disclose any relevant commercial connection. A short, focused proposal is more useful than a complete article sent without context. Please pitch original work that is not published elsewhere.

Where to send it

Send proposals through the Contact page and choose the editorial question option. Include enough detail for us to understand the idea, but do not send confidential material. A submission is a proposal, not a promise of publication; we will consider its fit, clarity and distinctness from planned coverage.