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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…
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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…
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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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C64: Castle Wolfenstein
Weiterlesen: C64: Castle Wolfenstein„Castle Wolfenstein“ (1981) pioneered stealth gameplay, combining strategy, realism, and historical context. Its innovative design, immersive audio, and legacy influenced genres from stealth to FPS, laying the groundwork for titles like „Wolfenstein 3D“ and beyond.
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35 Years ago: Disney’s TailSpin
Weiterlesen: 35 Years ago: Disney’s TailSpinDisney’s TailSpin, an early ’90s animated series, uniquely blends adventure and emotional depth in a Dieselpunk-inspired setting. With complex characters and morally rich stories, it remains a beloved cult classic celebrated for its innovative storytelling.
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Atari 2600: Pac-Man
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: Pac-ManAtari’s 1982 VCS version of Pac-Man, while commercially successful, faced criticism for its inferior gameplay, technical limitations, and unmet expectations, contributing to the 1983 video game crash and leaving a controversial legacy in gaming history.
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Insert coin here: Star Wars (1983)
Weiterlesen: Insert coin here: Star Wars (1983)Atari’s 1983 „Star Wars“ arcade game revolutionized gaming with its innovative vector graphics, authentic sound effects from the film, and engaging gameplay. It remains a significant milestone in video game history, influencing numerous later titles and immersive experiences.
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“The Difference Engine” – THE Steampunk novel
Weiterlesen: “The Difference Engine” – THE Steampunk novelThe Difference Engine by Gibson and Sterling is a foundational steampunk novel, merging historical facts with fiction. Set in an alternative 1855 London, it explores technology’s profound influence on society, power, and cultural evolution through intricate narratives.
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40 Years ago: Flesh + Blood
Weiterlesen: 40 Years ago: Flesh + BloodPaul Verhoeven’s Flesh and Blood (1985) is a brutal, unromanticized medieval film exploring power, survival, and moral ambiguity. Visceral, controversial, and uncompromising, it remains a cult classic and precursor to modern dark historical dramas.
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Hits of the 80s: Dancing in the Street
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 80s: Dancing in the StreetDavid Bowie and Mick Jagger’s 1985 cover of „Dancing in the Street“ reflects 1980s excess while promoting Live Aid’s charitable cause. Its spontaneous recording and iconic music video contributed to its lasting cultural impact and pop significance.
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30 Years ago: Desperado
Weiterlesen: 30 Years ago: DesperadoA stylish 90s cult action film, Desperado blends explosive shootouts, Western flair, and rock’n’roll attitude. With Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek, Robert Rodriguez delivers iconic visuals, unforgettable chemistry, and pure cinematic coolness in one unforgettable package.
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C64: Artworx’s Strip Poker
Weiterlesen: C64: Artworx’s Strip PokerArtworx’s Strip Poker, launched in the early 1980s, combined poker mechanics with provocative themes, sparking controversy while becoming a cultural touchstone in gaming history. Its unique blend of strategy and titillation captivated a generation.
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Toxisch? Nein! 80er-Kultfilm!
Weiterlesen: Toxisch? Nein! 80er-Kultfilm!Früher ein verdammt guter 80er-Videoabend mit Popcorn, Bier und den Kumpels! – Heute nur noch Toxisch mit Triggerwarnung, Tränen und Verbotsdiskussionen!
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