Something’s amiss in the US, Part 1

The Colossus of Maroussi, Henry Miller’s travelogue of Greece, was meant to inspire my visit to Heraklion’s Video Games Museum but teargas blurred that vision. I left The James Joyce Irish Pub (no, I didn’t start this journey in Dublin—I came across the pub in Athens) where I watched the football club that I support,…

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How To Look At PONG

My most recent book, King PONG: How Atari Bounced Across Markets to Make Millions, shows how Atari established not one but two massive consumer technology categories by adopting innovative product positioning and market development strategies. I conclude the short book with a chapter that briefly explains how PONG is continuing to lead in the development…

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Casino Slot Strategies That Actually Work

Casino slots are among the most popular money games online, attracting both beginners and experienced players. With their colorful graphics, simple mechanics, and exciting rewards, it’s no surprise that many people enjoy these fun online games. However, while slots are largely based on luck, there are still practical casino slot strategies that can help you…

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One Of The Sega Genesis’s Worst-Reviewed RPGs Is Making A Comeback On Modern Consoles

One man’s ‘Traysia’ is another man’s gold. Shinyuden and Ratalaika Games have announced that they will be reissuing Telenet Japan’s 1991 Genesis RPG, Traysia, across PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Steam), on April 24th, 2026 (as spotted by Gematsu!). The Sega Mega Drive/Genesis has many great role-playing games, but Traysia…

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“We Kept You Waiting” – Yuzo Koshiro Confirms Namco × Capcom’s Soundtrack Is Making A (Partial) Comeback

“After about 20 years since the game’s release in 2005”. Renowned video game composer Yuzo Koshiro has confirmed that part of the soundtrack to Namco × Capcom is coming to streaming platforms. Released on PS2 in 2005, the game was developed by Monolith Soft and pulls together characters from Namco and Capcom titles. Alongside Koshiro,…

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