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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.

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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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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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Review

'Donkey Kong Bananza' Is the Most Innovative Nintendo Platformer Since 'Super Mario Sunshine'

By Hayes Madsen

Inverse Score: 10/10

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'Risk of Rain 2' Is One Of The Most Chaotic Roguelikes Ever, And It’s Especially Good With Friends

By Robin Bea

It’s really coming down out there.

News

The Latest Resident Evil Reboot Won’t Be “Completely Obedient” To The Games

By Lyvie Scott

Here we go again.

Gaming

Nintendo Wants To Know What Players Think Of Switch 2's Biggest Controversy

By Trone Dowd

Air your grievances.

Opinion

It's a Crime That We Still Don't Have a Good Superman Game

By Hayes Madsen

Missing in action.

Gaming

Umamusume Fans Are Showing The Best And Worst Parts Of Fandom In Real Life

By Robin Bea

Off to the races.

Gaming News

Bethesda's Learned A Critical Lesson — But It May Be Too Late

By Trone Dowd

The Fallout tie-ins we needed yesterday are now on the way.

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If You Can't Wait For Final Fantasy Tactics' Remaster, Play Tactics Ogre

By Hayes Madsen

The tides of conflict.

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Eriksholm Builds A Captivating World To Sneak Through But Squanders Its Storytelling Potential

By Robin Bea

Stealth action comes out of the shadows.

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PlayStation Plus Just Added One Of The Best RPGs Of All Time

By Trone Dowd

A real Preem addition.