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How the "failed" Nintendo Power Glove found an unexpected second life
It sold at retail for just a year, but its impact is still felt today.
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This "baby's toy" had a far bigger impact than you realize.
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How two twins and an egg took on Nintendo's Super Mario
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How the "failed" Nintendo Power Glove found an unexpected second life
It sold at retail for just a year, but its impact is still felt today.
This underrated NES RPG paved the way for oddball gems like EarthBound
This odd 8-bit NES game is still fondly remembered by many.
The worst video game of all time got one thing hilariously right
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David Cage’s Most Infamous Action-Adventure Changed Video Game Storytelling Forever
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GTA 6 May Borrow A Popular Feature From The Most Successful Games
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44 Years Later, Pac-Man Proves Simplicity Can Still Be Delightful
The legacy continues.
5 Years Ago, PlayStation Dreamed Up A Nearly Impossible Innovation And The Universe Shrugged
A hope and a Dream.
'Overwatch 2' Is Bringing Back Loot Boxes That Somehow Won't Empty Your Wallet
Overwatch 2’s loot boxes won’t break the bank.
'Avowed' Director Says 'Nobody's Looking For Things To Fill Hundreds Of Hours'
Director Carrie Patel explains what makes Obsidian's approach to open-world RPGs so different.
Nintendo Switch Just Launched A Cozy Hilarious Delight
WarioWare meets Curb Your Enthusiasm.