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How the "failed" Nintendo Power Glove found an unexpected second life

By Eric Francisco

It sold at retail for just a year, but its impact is still felt today.

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This underrated NES RPG paved the way for oddball gems like EarthBound

By Tomas Franzese

This odd 8-bit NES game is still fondly remembered by many.

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Coined

How a beloved video game style was spawned out of necessity

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One classic game explains why Among Us is the hottest thing in the world

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Coined

How a beloved video game style was spawned out of necessity

By Danny Paez

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Gaming

Wild Gunman: How Nintendo's "baby's toy" changed games forever

By Jen Glennon

This "baby's toy" had a far bigger impact than you realize.

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One classic game explains why Among Us is the hottest thing in the world

By Danny Paez

Next-gen graphics can never overshadow fun with friends.

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How two twins and an egg took on Nintendo's Super Mario

By David Jesudason

Straight outta Blighty.

8-bit week

How the "failed" Nintendo Power Glove found an unexpected second life

By Eric Francisco

It sold at retail for just a year, but its impact is still felt today.

8-Bit Week

This underrated NES RPG paved the way for oddball gems like EarthBound

By Tomas Franzese

This odd 8-bit NES game is still fondly remembered by many.

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The worst video game of all time got one thing hilariously right

By Jake Kleinman

E.T. destroy video game industry?

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You need to play this classic racing game for free on Nintendo Switch ASAP

By David Grossman

This challenging title kicked off a crucial partnership.

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Sweet Home: The forgotten 1989 game that inspired the survival horror subgenre

By James Balmont

Resident Evil makes frequent nods to this spooky classic.

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Gaming News

'GTA 6' Is Still On Track For 2025, And We’re Happy Take-Two Thinks So

By Trone Dowd

There’s still plenty of reason to be a skeptic about this release date.

Gaming News

25 Years Later, 'FFXIV' Brings Back One Achingly Familiar Feature

By Robin Bea

A look at what’s ahead for Final Fantasy XIV.

Review

Trails Through Daybreak 2 Is the Series’ Most Experimental Entry, For Better and Worse

By Hayes Madsen

Inverse Score: 8/10.

Gaming

World of Warcraft Is Trying To Avoid Final Fantasy XIV’s Mistakes With Its New Housing System

By Robin Bea

Home sweet home.

Gaming News

Metal Gear's Upcoming Remake Will Bring Back An Unlikely PlayStation Classic

By Trone Dowd

Snake is back on the (monkey hunting) prowl.

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The Cleverest Soulslike Game Is Now Free On Xbox

By Hayes Madsen

Cute but deadly.

Gaming

Gaming's Hottest Open-World RPG Is Weird As Hell And That's The Point

By Trone Dowd

Raise a pint to one million.

Gaming

Here's When You Can Start Playing The Second 'Monster Hunter Wilds' Open Beta

By Robin Bea

Gotta slay ‘em all.

Opinion

No, Gaming's Worst Trend Would Not Have Saved The Most Overlooked RPG

By Robin Bea

Not every problem can be solved with a battle pass.

Gaming News

A Beloved PS2 Action Game Is Getting Re-Released Before A 2026 Sequel

By Trone Dowd

A new protagonist and a new setting for new audiences.