A classic game from the NES, released in 1987 is making a comeback to coincide with a huge cinematic celebration.

It’s strange to think of gaming without the internet. How did this then-niche subculture sustain, and view, itself? A new archive offers reviews, insight, history and lore.

And, right now, it’s the toys and entertainment memorabilia from the 1980s that are prime for collecting popularity. “Every ...