5 Arcade Games From 1987 That Were Way Ahead Of Their Time
As the 1980s progressed, arcade games steadily grew more sophisticated, and these five from 1987 were way ahead of their time.
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5 Best Video Games Like Bloodborne
It's still hard to top FromSoftware's "Bloodborne" for aesthetic and playability, but we've got five video games that will satisfy some of that gothic ache.
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5 Video Games From The '90s That Tried To Copy Street Fighter
"Street Fighter" reshaped and dominated the fighting game genre, leading to a lot of copycats and new franchises. These five games hewed the closest to the OG.
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5 Video Games From 1987 That Felt Revolutionary At The Time
1987 saw the video game industry begin a new era of innovation. These five games brought ideas to the table that hadn't yet been used for the power of fun.
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5 Best Video Games Like Tomb Raider
If you're a "Tomb Raider" fan and you're looking for similar games to get stuck into, you should definitely check out these five titles.
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5 Best Video Games Like Days Gone
"Days Gone" offers a high-powered mix of action and survival, but these five games might scratch that itchy-tasty zombie need when you need something fresh.
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5 Hit Video Games From The '80s That Are Nearly Unplayable Today
While these five games were big successes when they first came out, various issues have made them all but impossible to play nowadays.
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5 Video Games From The '90s That Were Way Too Dark For Kids
These five video games from the 1990s were ostensibly okay for kids to play -- until you got a look at some of the graphic or gross action inside.
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5 Retro Arcade Games That Vanished Without A Trace
While many games from the peak arcade era have managed to survive on different platforms, these five titles never got out of their cabinets.
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5 Best Video Games Like Gran Turismo
If you're a fan of the "Gran Turismo" franchise and you're looking for other realistic racing games, you should check out these five fantastic releases.
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5 Arcade Games From 1991 That Still Hold Up Today
1991 was a wild year in world events, but for gamers, it was the era of some of the greatest arcade games of all time. These five still hold up today.
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5 Video Games From The '80s That Completely Missed The Mark
Not everything from the '80s is worth the nostalgia. These five video games had every opportunity to be great, but totally missed the mark instead.
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5 Video Games From The '90s That Tried To Copy Doom
The success of 1993's "Doom" led to a torrent of imitators looking to piggy back on the hype. Here are five '90s games that totally ripped off "Doom."
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5 Video Games From The '80s That Were Censored In America
Parents were in a panic about the rise of video games in the 1980s, which led to several Japanese titles being heavily censored for the North American market.
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5 Forgotten Arcade Games From The '70s That Started Everything
While titles like "Pong" and "Space Invaders" are remembered fondly today, these five games from the '70s also played crucial roles in the growth of gaming.
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5 Video Games From 1982 That Completely Took Over Arcades
As arcade games grew in popularity throughout the 1980s, these five titles all but dominated the year that they were released.
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5 Retro Video Games That Tried To Copy Pac-Man
If you've only ever heard of one arcade video game, "Pac-Man" is probably it. If you've heard of these five retro games, you still only know about Pac-Man.
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The 10 Best GTA Characters, Ranked
"Grand Theft Auto" has given us some of the most memorable characters in video game history. Here are the top 10 characters from the franchise, ranked.
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5 Retro Video Games From The '90s That Ended Franchises
Wondering why your favorite '90s video game franchise didn't make it? Read up on how these 5 retro games flunked out, and you'll probably understand how.
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What The Rumored Cast Of GTA 6 Looks Like In Real Life
As we await the official cast list from Rockstar, let's take a look at the actors who are rumored to be playing the main characters in "Grand Theft Auto 6."
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5 Video Games From The '90s That Pushed Violence Too Far
The 1990s saw a rise in claims that video games were too violent. Many of these games are tame by today's standards, but some really did push things too far.
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Upcoming Video Game Movies We Can't Wait To See In 2027
From new installments in big franchises to highly anticipated live-action adaptations, 2027 is shaping up to be quite the year for video game movies.
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5 Titles That Prove 1998 Was The Best Year In Gaming
It was 1998, the year before the Y2K frenzy went full force. And it was the best year in gaming history. These five titles incontrovertibly prove our point.
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5 Video Games From The '90s That Became Cult Classics
Everyone has an underrated classic video game in their collection. We've gone back to the '90s and gathered five of the best cult classics of the time.
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5 Arcade Games From The Early '80s That Defined The Golden Age
The golden age of arcade games ground to a halt in 1983, but before then, players enjoyed five games that would define the legacy of those early gaming halls.
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5 Best Video Games Like Resident Evil Requiem
"Resident Evil Requiem" takes us back to Raccoon City, but that's not the only place where you can get the best scares. These five games get equally spooky.
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Disturbing Moments In E-Rated Games
An E rating from the ESRB means the video game in question is suitable for everyone. However, that doesn't mean it's not going to contain some creepy moments.
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5 Retro Video Games That Were Actually Huge Commercial Failures
From great games that suffered from bloated budgets to ones so bad that unsold copies were sent to a landfill, these retro titles were massive commercial flops.
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5 Forgotten Console Launch Games From The '80s
These five games were integral parts of some major home console launches during the 1980s, but they are barely remembered now.
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5 Hit Nintendo DS Video Games No One Remembers Today
The Nintendo DS occupied a weird niche in handheld history, pioneering gimmicks still used today. These five games were big smashes then, but forgotten now.
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5 Video Games From 1987 That Defined Nintendo's Rise
1987 saw several video games that would cement the Nintendo Entertainment System as a powerhouse console and set the stage for Nintendo's industry dominance.
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5 Nintendo Games From 1985 That Defined An Entire Generation
1985 was the year the Nintendo Entertainment System launched in North America. Here are five generation-defining games released for the console that year.
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Pokémon That Are Based On Disturbing Myths
Many Pokemon have disturbing origin stories, often based on Japanese yokai, or ghosts. Here are the Pokemon based on disturbing myths.
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5 Hit N64 Video Games No One Remembers Today
The Nintendo 64 was a chunky, clunky classic, with enough memorable games to look back fondly on it. These 5 games were highlights once, and should be again.
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12 Mario Villains More Powerful Than Bowser
Mario versus Bowser remains one of the greatest match-ups in video games. But Bowser might not be the most dangerous foe Mario has. These 12 villains are worse.
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5 Hit PSP Video Games No One Remembers Today
The PlayStation Portable was an odd handheld that occasionally punched above its weight. Featuring a stable of solid games, these five hits are forgotten today.
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5 Best PS1 Games Of All Time, Ranked
The original PlayStation cemented Sony's growing place in the video game industry, and these are the five best PS1 games of all time, ranked.
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God Of War Sequel Leaks Explained: Who Is Replacing Kratos?
The "God of War" franchise was revitalized when Kratos entered the territory of the Norse Gods, but now there may be a fresh surprise: changing protagonists.
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Tragic Details About Jacksepticeye
Jacksepticeye is a positive influence online, but there are several tragic details about his life that make his success even sweeter.
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