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emaboloAuthor : emabolo
19 October 2025, 5:34 pm

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Heroes of the 16-bit: The Story of Thalion Software

Ask any expert of the 16-bit era about Thalion, and you will always hear the same statement: it was one of the most talented studios of the 90’s. This relatively small company left us some of the best titles ever created for the Atari ST and Amiga, a legacy of games that we will play for a long time.

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EdwardAuthor : Edward
25 May 2023, 1:07 pm

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Lemmings (1991): Why It's Still the Greatest Puzzle Game Ever Made

A bunch of green-haired little guys and the iconic confetti-like explosions. Those are things the original Lemmings game is probably most recognizable for. But to become a retro classic, a game needs more than that. Continue reading to know more about the history of the game, how it was created, and why it is so good.

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AdamAuthor : Adam
18 March 2023, 11:07 am

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Super Star Trek meets 25th Anniversary: Free Retro Remake updated with new graphics and controls

Star Trek is a franchise that has captured the hearts of audiences for decades. Star Trek has become a cultural icon of its futuristic technology, captivating characters, and daring adventures.

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emaboloAuthor : emabolo
16 October 2021, 8:18 am

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Brief History of Computer Games and Platforms Part 2: 1983-1986

I published the first part of this article precisely two years ago, it took a lot to complete the second part, but finally, it's here. I hope you will enjoy it!

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emaboloAuthor : emabolo
26 September 2020, 5:33 am

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Rediscovering the 1978 text-only Super Star Trek Game

Before home computers were even invented, there were people programming games. They didn't have graphics and were programmed and played on mainframes. Only lucky people had the chance to enjoy them. This is the story of one of the most famous titles, a game that made history.

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TashaAuthor : Tasha
23 June 2020, 10:04 am

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Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? The Story of the Series

Who in the world is Carmen Sandiego? It's okay if you sang that in your head, I did too. It brings back memories of pursuing a felonious red-clad woman all around the world. Carmen Sandiego came onto the scene in 1985, making her debut in "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?" The game was aimed at teaching geography in a fun and engaging way. The Carmen Sandiego series does an excellent job of making you forget that they are intended to be educational. They are also fun and challenging adventure games.

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