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fromwww.gamespot.com
5 months ago

Chrono Trigger's Story Is Simpler Than You Remember, But That's What Makes It Great

Chrono Trigger's enduring legacy is highlighted through emotional storytelling, particularly exemplified by Fiona's dedication to her forest amidst war.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
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Atomfall might have been an apocalyptic classic if it wasn't for all the walking | Dominik Diamond

Fast travel enhances gaming experiences by eliminating repetitive travel, making it an essential feature for player enjoyment.
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fromwww.gamespot.com
5 months ago

Chrono Trigger's Story Is Simpler Than You Remember, But That's What Makes It Great

Chrono Trigger's enduring legacy is highlighted through emotional storytelling, particularly exemplified by Fiona's dedication to her forest amidst war.
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

VGHF Adds Complete Digital Archive Of Classic Video Game Magazine

Computer Entertainer, owned by sisters Marylou Badeaux and Celeste Dolan, was established in 1982 and uniquely survived the 1983 crash, offering critical insights into the industry.
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Julian LeFay, "the father of The Elder Scrolls," has passed away at 59

Julian LeFay, co-founder of Once Lost Games and father of The Elder Scrolls, has passed away at age 59.
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fromGameSpot
1 month ago

A Final Fantasy 9 Remake Sounds Disastrous, But Could Prove An Important Point About Modern Video Games

Concerns arise over the remake of Final Fantasy IX due to previous remastering and industry attitudes towards game preservation.
fromInverse
1 month ago

35 Years Ago, A Struggling Creator Invented Final Fantasy, And Changed Everything

Final Fantasy's North American release in 1990 established a pioneering template for console RPGs.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

FF Tactics' Original Art Director Wanted To Make It Under One Unusual Condition

"At first, we wanted something closer to Tactics Ogre in terms of map size and character count. But no matter what we tried, the framerate dropped to 30fps."
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fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Capcom's History Is On Display At Japan's Creation Exhibit, Here's A Look

Capcom's exhibition highlights the art and history of game creation, engaging a wide audience beyond just fans.
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fromPolygon
2 months ago

Gamer historians are doing the lord's work for Myst fans

The Video Game History Foundation is preserving Cyan Worlds' extensive archives related to the Myst series, including behind-the-scenes interviews and media appearances.
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fromInverse
2 months ago

The RPGs That Started It All Are Finally Getting Perfect Remakes

The Dragon Quest series, influential in RPG design, offers remakes that highlight simpler gameplay for modern audiences.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Red Dead Redemption Turns 15: There Will Never Be Another Spaghetti Western Like It

Red Dead Redemption celebrates its 15th anniversary, showcasing its unique position in gaming and inspiration from classic Western cinema.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

It was just the perfect game': Henk Rogers on buying Tetris and foiling the KGB

Henk Rogers discovered Tetris had extraordinary potential at its 1988 reveal, leading to his involvement in its global licensing.
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from48 hills
3 months ago

This Emeryville archive pledges to level up gamer lore - 48 hills

The Video Game History Foundation aims to preserve and elevate understanding of video game history through a comprehensive digital library.
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fromPolygon
3 months ago

See how Tony Hawk took over the game industry 25 years ago

Ralph D'Amato's documentary explores the rise of the Tony Hawk video game series, depicting its impact on gaming culture.
fromInverse
3 months ago

25 Years Ago, Metal Gear Put Espionage Action In The Palm Of Your Hand

Metal Gear Solid's release transformed action games and cinematic storytelling, revitalizing a classic series and introducing many players to Hideo Kojima's creativity.
fromInverse
3 months ago

25 Years Ago, The Darkest Legend Of Zelda Game Broke The Series Tradition For The Better

Majora's Mask innovatively utilizes a time-loop mechanic and a dark narrative, distinguishing itself from other sequels in the Zelda franchise.
fromInverse
4 months ago

35 Years Later, Nintendo's Most Innovative Game Might Not Be What You Think

Fire Emblem was one of the early titles that helped define grid-based tactics games.
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fromPolygon
4 months ago

Internet detectives unearth rare screenshots of canceled Virtual Boy Mario Land

Three recently found screenshots of an unreleased Mario game for the Virtual Boy provide a glimpse into an abandoned chapter of Nintendo history.
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