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Insert coin here: Bagman
Weiterlesen: Insert coin here: BagmanBagman, an early 80s arcade game, emphasizes strategic gameplay over reflexes, challenging players to collect gold bags while avoiding guards. Its influential design highlights risk-reward dynamics, inspiring future platform and action games with innovative concepts.
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Projects and Ideas 2026 (de)
Weiterlesen: Projects and Ideas 2026 (de)Zu Beginn eines neuen Jahres macht man sich Gedanken, wie es weitergehen soll/könnte. Ich spreche hier nicht von irgendwelchen Neujahrsvorsätzen, die man sowieso nicht einhält. Vielmehr geht es darum, sich Gedanken über Projekte und Ideen zu machen die man im nächsten Jahr angehen möchte.
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Projects and Ideas 2026 (en)
Weiterlesen: Projects and Ideas 2026 (en)At the beginning of a new year, we think about how things should/could continue. I’m not talking about New Year’s resolutions that we don’t keep anyway. Rather, it’s about thinking about projects and ideas that we want to tackle in the coming year.
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C64: The Movie Monster Game
Weiterlesen: C64: The Movie Monster GameThe Movie Monster Game for Commodore 64, released in 1986, invites players to embody a giant monster causing destruction in a city. Its humorous arcade mechanics and high replay value exemplify the creative spirit of early home computing gaming.
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Hits of the 80s: Once in a Lifetime
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 80s: Once in a LifetimeOnce in a Lifetime by Talking Heads is a groundbreaking song from 1981 that combines New Wave and African rhythms, addressing existential questions. Its influential music video and innovative production have made it a timeless cultural statement, resonating with listeners across generations.
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Cult-Movie anniversaries in 2026 …
Weiterlesen: Cult-Movie anniversaries in 2026 …These cult movies will celebrate their anniversaries in 2026. Now you’re feeling F%#§ing OLD!.
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Streaming-Jahr 2025
Weiterlesen: Streaming-Jahr 2025Das Streaming-Jahr 2025 – hier ist mein Rückblick mit den Tops und Flops (und mehr Flops) in Sachen Filme und Serien.
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The Streaming-Year 2025
Weiterlesen: The Streaming-Year 2025The streaming year 2025 – here is my review with the tops and flops (more flops) in terms of movies and series.
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Atari 2600: Fishing Derby
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: Fishing DerbyFishing Derby, one of the first Activision games for the Atari 2600 from 1980, emphasized multiplayer competition and simple gameplay design, helping establish Activision as a creative alternative to Atari while promoting social interaction in gaming.
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Hits of the 80s: Jeanny
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 80s: JeannyDer Song „Jeanny“ von Falco, veröffentlicht 1985, spaltete die Öffentlichkeit durch seine düstere Thematik und provokante Erzählweise. Er thematisiert Gewalt und Besessenheit, was zu einem bedeutenden gesellschaftlichen und künstlerischen Diskurs führte und als mutiger Meilenstein der Popkultur gilt.
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Happy Winter Solstice
Weiterlesen: Happy Winter SolsticeAfter the Darkest Night The Sun returns So does my Powers!
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25 years ago: Battle Royale
Weiterlesen: 25 years ago: Battle RoyaleA brutal dystopian thriller where students must fight to the death, Battle Royale explores themes of control, fear, and rebellion—an iconic, controversial film that shaped pop culture and influenced a generation of storytelling.
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TIME 2025: The Architects of AI (EN)
Weiterlesen: TIME 2025: The Architects of AI (EN)The selection of „The Architects of AI“ as TIME’s 2025 Person of the Year points to the long-term significance of artificial intelligence. This development could be jeopardized if exaggerated expectations lead to disappointment.
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TIME 2025: The Architects of AI (DE)
Weiterlesen: TIME 2025: The Architects of AI (DE)Die Wahl von „The Architects of AI“ als TIME’s 2025 Person of the Year deutet auf die langfristige Bedeutung von Künstlicher Intelligenz hin. Die Entwicklung könnte gefährdet werden, falls übertriebene Erwartungen zur Enttäuschung führen.
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Insert (first) coin here: Pong
Weiterlesen: Insert (first) coin here: PongPong, released in 1972 by Atari, revolutionized arcade gaming with its simplicity and engaging gameplay, leading to a thriving industry. Its design principles shaped game mechanics and multiplayer experiences, influencing gaming culture persistently.
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C64: Ghostbusters
Weiterlesen: C64: GhostbustersGhostbusters for the C64 is a pioneering licensed game that blends strategy, action, and humor. It impressed with innovative gameplay and technical achievements, inspiring future titles and reshaping expectations for film adaptations in gaming culture.
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