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E3 started 31 years ago today and gaming was never the same
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), which began 31 years ago on May 11, 1995, fundamentally changed the video game industry by providing a dedicated event for game announcements and reveals. The inaugural show saw significant moments like Sega's surprise Sega Saturn launch and Sony's iconic PlayStation price reveal, which shifted the console market. While E3 was once the dominant force in gaming news, the rise of digital showcases and independent events, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, led to its eventual discontinuation in 2023.
Miyamoto: Zelda 2 was “sort of a failure” and Link to the Past is the “real sequel”
Legendary developer Shigeru Miyamoto reflected on Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, calling it "sort of a failure" and a "side story." He considers The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past for the Super Nintendo to be the true sequel to the original The Legend of Zelda.
Japanese FX company confirms original Star Fox puppets have been destroyed
An FX company has confirmed that the original live-action puppets created to promote the Super Nintendo game Star Fox have been destroyed. Due to the fragile nature of the materials used, the puppets deteriorated and had to be disposed of after production concluded.
Super Return of the Jedi Review — The SNES Trilogy Goes Out in Style
Super Return of the Jedi is the most polished and visually accomplished game in the SNES Star Wars trilogy, building on lessons learned from its predecessors. It offers a more generous design with a wider character roster, including Princess Leia in three distinct forms and Wicket the Ewok, though its overall difficulty is lower than Empire Strikes Back. The game faithfully adapts the film's events and set pieces, featuring improved graphics, sound, and gameplay mechanics, making it a strong conclusion to the trilogy.
The Spectacular FINAL FANTASY VI
This review of Final Fantasy VI highlights its innovative storytelling and technical achievements on the Super Nintendo, positioning it as a standout JRPG of its era. While praising the engaging first half and memorable character moments like the opera scene and Sabin's suplex, the review notes a difficulty spike on the floating continent and a less cohesive 'World of Ruin' section. Despite some criticisms regarding progression and Kefka's diminished role post-world domination, the game's final boss fight is lauded as a masterpiece, and its impact on JRPG storytelling is undeniable.
If Your Kids Suddenly Want To Play Star Fox, Here's How
This guide helps new players interested in the Star Fox series, especially after Fox McCloud's appearance in a recent movie. It recommends starting with Star Fox 64, available on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, as the definitive entry. The article also covers other titles like the original Star Fox, Star Fox: Command, Star Fox Adventures, and the unofficial Star Fox content in Starlink: Battle for Atlas, while mentioning rumors of a new Star Fox game.
Somehow a movie that gave me nightmares as a kid has been turned into the delightful Metroidvania palate cleanser I…
The new Metroidvania game, Little Nemo: Guardians of Slumberland, offers a delightful and accessible experience reminiscent of classic platformers, contrasting with the darker themes of its animated movie inspiration. Despite a modest Kickstarter campaign, the game features a beautiful art style and joyful soundtrack, providing a refreshing change of pace from more punishing titles like Hollow Knight.
Review: Marvel Maximum Collection (Switch) - A Decent Nostalgia Cake With A Konami Cherry On Top
The Marvel Maximum Collection on Nintendo Switch offers a compilation of retro Marvel titles, with Konami's X-Men: The Arcade Game being the standout inclusion due to its multiplayer and faithful port. While other games like Silver Surfer and Captain America and The Avengers have their merits, the collection's overall quality ranges from good fun to frustrating, driven primarily by nostalgia rather than an assembly of gaming's finest.
Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers Review Goofy Story, Fantastic Combat | COGconnected
Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers is a sequel to three 2D beat 'em ups originally developed by Jaleco for the Super Nintendo. The game features a goofy story alongside fantastic combat.
Review: Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers (PS5) - Revival Turf
Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers revives Jaleco's classic beat 'em up series with frantic combat and a quirky presentation, though it suffers from stiff ground movement and technical issues. Despite its flaws, the game offers surprising depth and a unique charm that makes it recommendable for fans of the genre.
The 5 retro video games that have aged the best - Reader's Feature
A reader discusses five retro video games that have aged well, focusing on graphics and gameplay. Titles like Street Fighter 2, Tetris, Lemmings, Daytona USA, and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past are highlighted for their enduring quality and impact on the industry.
The 10 Best Super NES Games on Nintendo Switch, Plus 5 We’d Like to See – SwitchArcade Special – TouchArcade
This article lists ten Super NES games available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, along with five additional titles that the author wishes to see released. It highlights games like Sparkster, Rock 'n' Roll Racing, Secret of Mana, and TMNT IV: Turtles in Time, discussing their availability and merits on modern platforms.
It’s MAR10 Day! Let’s Celebrate The Plumber’s First RPG!
This article celebrates the 30th anniversary of Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, highlighting its unique blend of Mario's charm and RPG mechanics. The collaboration between Nintendo and SquareSoft resulted in a groundbreaking title for the Super Nintendo, praised for its accessible gameplay, innovative "Timed Hits" battle system, and memorable characters.
Nintendo Is Pulling Out All The Stops For Mario Day Festivities
Nintendo is celebrating Mario Day with various promotions, including access to classic Super NES, Game Boy, and NES titles for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. Participating retailers are offering discounts on games like Super Mario Odyssey and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. Additionally, Ciniplex theaters will feature Nintendo Switch 2 demo booths, and Mario Kart World is hosting online races for My Nintendo Platinum Points.
The United States' National Videogame Museum has acquired the "mythical" Nintendo PlayStation which led to the PS1's creation
The United States' National Videogame Museum has acquired a rare Nintendo PlayStation prototype, an early development system for Sony's planned Super Nintendo CD attachment. This artifact represents a significant piece of gaming history, marking the initial collaboration between Nintendo and Sony before their eventual split and Sony's development of the original PlayStation console.
The Best Deals Today: Pokémon Starters Guide | TAG
This gaming news roundup highlights significant discounts on titles like Super Mario RPG, Death Stranding 2, and Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble. It also delves into memorable Pokémon battles, discusses starter choices in FireRed/LeafGreen, and touches on the series' inter-generational appeal. Additionally, the article mentions the original development of Resident Evil for SNES and previews upcoming games like Mightreya and Hypnos.
Retro games bundle MARVEL MaXimum Collection announced
Limited Run Games announced the MARVEL MaXimum Collection, a bundle of classic Marvel retro games developed in partnership with Konami Digital Entertainment and Marvel Games. The collection will feature titles like X-Men: The Arcade Game, Captain America and The Avengers, and Spider-Man/Venom: Maximum Carnage, along with digital archives, chip-tune scores, and modern features like save states and online multiplayer for some titles. It is planned for release on PC via Steam.
Whatever happened to boxing games? Fight Night Round 3 wore my thumbs out, and 20 years on I still love it for it
The article reflects on the decline of boxing video games, highlighting Fight Night Round 3 on Xbox 360 as a standout title with its innovative thumbstick controls and deep career mode. It contrasts this with the current dominance of UFC games, expressing a longing for the nostalgic appeal of boxing titles.
Play These 4 Retro Compilations from Limited Run Games 📺
Limited Run Games has released four new retro compilations featuring '90s titles: Snow Bros. Classic Collection, Earnest Evans Collection, Fighting Force Collection, and Nickelodeon Splat Pack. These collections offer various genres including arcade, action-adventure, brawlers, and platformers across multiple classic platforms.
Decades-old Nintendo Power issue explains Nintendo's choice of A/B/X/Y buttons
An old issue of Nintendo Power revealed the reasoning behind Nintendo's A/B/X/Y button layout on the Super Nintendo controller. The decision was inspired by CAD software, where A and B are primary buttons and X and Y are secondary. This design choice has been maintained by Nintendo to this day.
