#video-game-history

#video-game-history

Mighty No. 9's Nintendo 3DS port was cancelled nearly ten years after its original release.

Ys uniquely captures the spirit of adventure in gaming, characterized by engaging storytelling and dynamic action gameplay. It's distinct from other RPGs in its approach.

The Commodore 64's impact on gaming history is often overlooked due to the dominance of narratives centered on the 1983 games crash.

The PlayStation 2's production number of 160,636,885 units has been confirmed by former executive Shawn Layden.

Epic Games supports the preservation of Unreal and Unreal Tournament by making them available for free through the Internet Archive.

Tetris Forever offers a comprehensive and immersive experience of Tetris's history, revealing lesser-known facts and showcasing the evolution of the game over 40 years.

Jodi Benson, known for The Little Mermaid, voiced Eva in Metal Gear Solid 3 under the alias Suzetta Minet, revealed during a recent documentary.

Sonic & Knuckles is notable for its unique cartridge design and innovative 'lock-on technology' that allowed access to additional game content.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater revolutionized video games and skate culture by marrying fun gameplay, realism, and an authentic representation of the skateboarding experience.

The Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection offers a crucial opportunity to access seven classic games central to fighting game history.

The Sega Dreamcast, though not commercially successful, remains a beloved console, notable for its groundbreaking games and unique contributions to gaming culture.

Argonaut Games, known for its 90s classics, is returning as a boutique publisher, starting with a remaster of Croc: Legend of the Gobbos.

Need for Speed combines realistic car authenticity with engaging gameplay, distinguishing it as a pivotal racing game in video game history.

Hickey is a multifaceted individual, thriving as an editor, professor, and voice actor while pursuing his love for hockey.

Dennis "Thresh" Fong revolutionized PC gaming with his WASD config, becoming the first professional videogamer and setting benchmarks in competitive gaming.

The Nintendo Museum, reopening the historic Uji Kokura factory, offers an interactive experience that highlights the company's legacy and innovative spirit.

The book covers over 130 horror games and their development stories.

A popular volume getting a restock at Amazon on September 3.

Readers are encouraged to reserve a copy before it sells out.

Five games inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame: Asteroids, Myst, Resident Evil, Ultima, and SimCity.

The book '500 Years Later: An Oral History of Final Fantasy 7' offers an extensive chronicle of Square Enix's creation of the legendary game.

The second edition includes commissioned illustrations, additional interviews, and improved printing but is otherwise unchanged from the original.