Fatal Fury: The Ultimate History Opens SNK’s Fighting Archives
Bitmap Books’ 468-page Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History opens with South Town, SNK’s arcade roots, and the long journey to City of the Wolves.
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15 Games That Started on Mobile Before Coming to PC and Consoles
These 15 games began on phones or tablets before later versions brought them to PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms.
Bobby Prince, Composer Behind Doom and Duke Nukem 3D, Dies at 81
Bobby Prince, the composer and sound designer behind Doom, Doom II, Wolfenstein 3D, Rise of the Triad, and Duke Nukem 3D, has died at the age of 81.
Prince of Persia Then and Now: Why the Original Felt Truly Brutal
The original Prince of Persia on PC felt brutal for a reason. This editorial looks at why the 1989 classic still feels harsher than modern entries, and why direct comparisons can be misleading.
Imagine a World Without Steam: How Different Would Gaming Be Today?
A thought experiment on how PC gaming might look without Steam, from game discovery and ownership to updates, modding, indie visibility, and digital storefront competition.
Why Football Manager 1982 Still Matters in 2025
Football Manager 1982 helped establish a genre that still shapes sports management games today. This retrospective looks at why the original still matters.
Manhunt Censorship, Bully, and the Games They Tried to Stop
This retrospective looks at censorship battles around Manhunt, Bully, and other controversial games that faced bans, restrictions, or political pressure.
Who Will You Pick for the World Video Game Hall of Fame? Cast Your Vote!
The 2025 World Video Game Hall of Fame finalists were announced, giving players a chance to vote among nominees including Age of Empires, GoldenEye 007, and Tamagotchi.
5 Iconic Video Games That Defined the 1980s
A retro look at five influential games from the 1980s and the characters, mechanics, and arcade-era ideas that helped shape modern gaming.