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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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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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Retrospective

David Cage’s Most Infamous Action-Adventure Changed Video Game Storytelling Forever

By Mo Mozuch

Like it or laugh at it, Heavy Rain was a huge step forward for the industry.

Gaming News

GTA 6 May Borrow A Popular Feature From The Most Successful Games

By Trone Dowd

Those takedowns could soon make a lot of sense.

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'Lost Records’ Slow Pace Makes It A Summer To Savor

By Robin Bea

I know what you did last summer.

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44 Years Later, Pac-Man Proves Simplicity Can Still Be Delightful

By Shannon Liao

The legacy continues.

Retrospective

5 Years Ago, PlayStation Dreamed Up A Nearly Impossible Innovation And The Universe Shrugged

By Trone Dowd

A hope and a Dream.

Gaming

'Overwatch 2' Is Bringing Back Loot Boxes That Somehow Won't Empty Your Wallet

By Robin Bea

Overwatch 2’s loot boxes won’t break the bank.

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'Avowed' Director Says 'Nobody's Looking For Things To Fill Hundreds Of Hours'

By Trone Dowd

Director Carrie Patel explains what makes Obsidian's approach to open-world RPGs so different.

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Nintendo Switch Just Launched A Cozy Hilarious Delight

By Trone Dowd

WarioWare meets Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Retrospective

10 Years Ago, The Best Zelda Game Ever Made Got Even Better

By Hayes Madsen

Welcome to your worst nightmare.

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'Kingdom Two Crowns' Brings Side-Scrolling Multiplayer Strategy To Xbox Game Pass

By Robin Bea

Building a kingdom with the buddy system.