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60 Years ago: The 10th Victim
Weiterlesen: 60 Years ago: The 10th VictimA 1965 Italian sci-fi satire by Elio Petri blending pop art aesthetics, media critique, and futurist design; exploring fame, violence, and spectacle—an early, stylish precursor to modern dystopian „battle royale“ narratives.
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C64: Beach-Head
Weiterlesen: C64: Beach-HeadBeach-Head, released in 1983, innovatively combined multiple gameplay modes and cinematic elements, influencing future war games. It showcased technical prowess on the Commodore 64, establishing a template for blending action and strategy, significantly impacting gaming culture.
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It’s Halloween! (2)
Weiterlesen: It’s Halloween! (2)Stay pawsitive with a little Catnip Magic! It’s Halloween! The Cat’s favorite Holiday!
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It’s Halloween! (1)
Weiterlesen: It’s Halloween! (1)Stay pawsitive with a little Catnip Magic! It’s Halloween! The Cat’s favorite Holiday!
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Hits of the 70s: Bohemian Rhapsody
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 70s: Bohemian Rhapsody“Bohemian Rhapsody,” released by Queen in 1975, is a groundbreaking rock song known for its innovative structure and emotional depth. It blends varied musical styles and remains a timeless cultural icon, influencing generations of musicians and audiences worldwide.
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Remember: If you die, you die …
Weiterlesen: Remember: If you die, you die …Champions of the Horde ! May these Images serve as a Grim Reminder In World of Warcraft Hardcore, there is no Mercy, no Second chances! If you DIE, your Spirit is lost forever! No Resurrection, No Return! if you die, you die …
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Hits of the 80s: Freedom! ’90
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 80s: Freedom! ’90„Freedom! ’90“ by George Michael symbolizes a radical shift in identity and artistry, addressing themes of self-liberation, fame, and authenticity. Its impact reshaped pop music, merging personal depth with cultural critique, influencing generations of artists.
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Atari 2600: BASIC Programming
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: BASIC ProgrammingBASIC Programming for the Atari VCS was an early attempt to teach programming on a game console, providing users with basic coding skills through a constrained, educational tool, ultimately paving the way for future interactive digital education and creativity.
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Insert coin here: Battlezone
Weiterlesen: Insert coin here: BattlezoneReleased by Atari in 1980, „Battlezone“ revolutionized video games with its 3D graphics and immersive gameplay. It combined strategic thinking and reflexes, influencing future gaming technology and design while serving as a precursor to military training simulations.
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30 Years ago: Strange Days
Weiterlesen: 30 Years ago: Strange Days„Strange Days,“ a 1995 sci-fi thriller, explores themes of technology, voyeurism, and social decay in a dystopian Los Angeles. Despite initial failure, it evolved into a cult classic, influencing future cinema and addressing contemporary issues like media manipulation and systemic injustice.
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C64: The Eidolon
Weiterlesen: C64: The Eidolon„The Eidolon,“ released by Lucasfilm Games in 1985, is an innovative 8-bit game that combines fractal technology with exploration, demanding strategy rather than reflexes. Its unique atmosphere and narrative approach influenced future game development despite mixed contemporary reviews.
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Atari 2600: Xenophobe
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: Xenophobe„Xenophobe,“ released in 1990, is the last official game for the Atari 2600, marked by technical limitations yet showcasing developers‘ creativity. As a significant historical artifact, it symbolizes the console’s legacy and evolution in gaming.
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Hits of the 80s: One Night in Bangkok
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 80s: One Night in Bangkok“One Night in Bangkok” is an iconic 1980s pop hit that blends rap vocals and orchestral elements, critiquing Western perceptions of Bangkok through sarcasm, controversy, and musical innovation, reflecting cultural tensions and global influences of the era.
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The Video Nasties – 1980s Cancel Culture
Weiterlesen: The Video Nasties – 1980s Cancel CultureThe emergence of video cassettes in the 1980s sparked a moral panic in Britain, labeled „video nasties,“ led by conservatives fearing cultural decay. This backlash resulted in censorship, ultimately generating cult status for many banned films and highlighting ongoing concerns about artistic freedom.
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Insert the LAST Coin: Star Wars Trilogy Arcade
Weiterlesen: Insert the LAST Coin: Star Wars Trilogy ArcadeThe Star Wars Trilogy Arcade, a rail shooter released by Sega in 1999, blends immersive gameplay and nostalgic elements. It gained cult status for its cinematic experience, remaining a significant part of arcade history despite its limited availability today.
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35 Years: Hardware
Weiterlesen: 35 Years: HardwareHardware (1990) is a dystopian, cyberpunk horror film blending apocalyptic visuals, anti-tech themes, and cult aesthetics. Though divisive at release, it gained cult status for its style, societal critique, and enduring relevance.
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Happy Atari-Day
Weiterlesen: Happy Atari-DayHappy 48th Birthday Atari Video Computer System! You are still the most successful game console of its time !!
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50 Years MOS 6502
Weiterlesen: 50 Years MOS 6502The MOS Technology 6502 revolutionized the computing world 50 years ago with affordable microprocessors. It shaped home computing and education, inspired a generation of engineers and lives on in modern technologies and maker movements.
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50 Jahre MOS 6502
Weiterlesen: 50 Jahre MOS 6502Der MOS Technology 6502 revolutionierte vor 50 Jahren die Computerwelt durch erschwingliche Mikroprozessoren. Er prägte Heimcomputer und Bildung, inspirierte eine Generation von Technikern und lebt weiterhin in modernen Technologien und Maker-Bewegungen fort.
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