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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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How a beloved video game style was spawned out of necessity

By Danny Paez

“8-Bit”

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.

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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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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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Avatar's Best Game Is A Perfect Prelude To The Next Film

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Cultural reconnection.

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Keeping Up With Mr. House — 'Fallout’s Newest Player

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Somehow, the House always wins.

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The Next Silent Hill Could Leave Maine Behind For Good

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The horror may be on the move.

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Metal Gear Solid Delta Producer Wouldn’t Change A Thing About His Controversial Remake

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Bringing back Big Boss.

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The Musical Combat Game 'Etrange Overlord' Is an Adorable Trip Through Hell

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Through fire and flame.

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'Silksong' Gets Its First Free DLC Next Year, And We Already Have A Huge Clue To Where It's Set

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Let’s hope this spider can swim.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Just Quietly Added 'Baldur's Gate 3's Overlooked Predecessor

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A divine performance.

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Trails Beyond the Horizon Finally Gives Gaming’s Most Overlooked Hero His Due

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The onion-head is back.

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Granblue Fantasy: Relink Shows Other Action RPGs How Combat Should Be Done

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Spectacular combat makes this RPG shine.

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Cat Quest III Is A Low-Key Pirate RPG That Puts A New Spin On Traditional World Maps

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A purr-fectly relaxing RPG.