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50Years ago: Death Race 2000
Weiterlesen: 50Years ago: Death Race 2000„Death Race 2000“ is a satirical dystopian film highlighting a violent society under a fascist regime. Its sharp commentary on media manipulation and dehumanization remains relevant today. Celebrated for its entertainment value, it also critiques authoritarianism and societal morals.
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Inside coin here: Space Invaders
Weiterlesen: Inside coin here: Space Invaders„Space Invaders,“ launched in 1978, revolutionized arcade gaming by captivating audiences with its innovative mechanics, cultural impact, and economic success, influencing future game design and solidifying video games as a legitimate form of creative expression.
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25 Years ago: American Psycho
Weiterlesen: 25 Years ago: American PsychoThe film „American Psycho“ offers a critical exploration of 1980s consumer culture through the character Patrick Bateman, reflecting themes of narcissism and moral emptiness. Its controversial portrayal of violence sparks ongoing debates about ethics in art and socio-cultural relevance today.
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20 Years ago: Kim Possible: So the Drama
Weiterlesen: 20 Years ago: Kim Possible: So the DramaThe 2005 film Kim Possible: So the Drama serves as a pivotal climax for the animated series, blending action, romance, and humor. It deepens character relationships, especially between Kim and Ron, remaining a nostalgic classic for fans.
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55 Years ago: Colossus: The Forbin Project
Weiterlesen: 55 Years ago: Colossus: The Forbin ProjectColossus: The Forbin Project, a 1970 science fiction film, explores artificial intelligence’s potential dangers, particularly the risks of machines assuming control over humanity. The film prompts reflection on ethical implications of AI, challenging viewers to consider how much power we…
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Atari 2600: RotJ – Death Star Battle
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: RotJ – Death Star Battle„Death Star Battle,“ released by Parker Brothers in 1983 for Atari 2600, is a pioneering Star Wars video game. It challenges players to destroy the Death Star amid limited graphics, marking an early effort to blend cinematic gaming with interactive…
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20 Years ago: Sin City
Weiterlesen: 20 Years ago: Sin City„Sin City,“ a 2005 neo-noir film directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller, is celebrated for its visual innovation and fidelity to the graphic novel. The intertwining stories explore themes of justice, sacrifice, and moral ambiguity in a dark cityscape.
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C64: The Bard’s Tale
Weiterlesen: C64: The Bard’s TaleReleased in 1985, The Bard’s Tale quickly became a seminal RPG. The game was ported to various platforms, including the Commodore 64. With its deep gameplay, immersive fantasy world and innovative graphics, it made its mark in gaming history.
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Insert the LAST Coin: StarBlade
Weiterlesen: Insert the LAST Coin: StarBladeThere comes a time when you insert the last coin – only you don’t realize it at the time. It’s only years later that you realize that this was exactly that moment … I don’t remember exactly which game got…
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Hits of the 80s: We Are the World
Weiterlesen: Hits of the 80s: We Are the World“We Are the World” is a song known across generations as a symbol of solidarity and humanitarian relief. Recorded by USA for Africa in 1985, the single brought together some of the biggest names in the music industry.
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55 Years ago : Airport
Weiterlesen: 55 Years ago : AirportThe 1970 film Airport is one of the most famous examples of the disaster movie genre and marked the beginning of a whole wave of films of this type in the 1970s.
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Atari 2600: River Raid
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: River RaidRiver Raid, developed by Carol Shaw in 1982, was a groundbreaking Atari 2600 game. Players controlled a fighter plane over an endless river, dodging and destroying obstacles. Its innovative gameplay, replayability, and level design made it a huge success. It…
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C64: Rescue on Fractalus!
Weiterlesen: C64: Rescue on Fractalus!Rescue on Fractalus!, a 1984 game by Lucasfilm Games, revolutionized the 8-bit era with its innovative use of fractal graphics and immersive gameplay.
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Insert the LAST Coin: T2 – Judgment Day
Weiterlesen: Insert the LAST Coin: T2 – Judgment DayThere comes a time when you insert the last coin – only you don’t realize it at the time. It’s only years later that you realize that this was exactly that moment … I don’t remember exactly which game got…
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Vor 36 Jahren: Vom Hobby zum Beruf
Weiterlesen: Vor 36 Jahren: Vom Hobby zum BerufWie ich im Januar 1989 zu meinen ersten Job in der IT-Branche kam. Von den Anfängen mit Homecomputern bis zur Verwirklichung meines Traums, mein Hobby zum Beruf zu machen und damit zum Ausgangspunkt meiner heutigen Karriere.
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Atari 2600: The Empire Strikes Back
Weiterlesen: Atari 2600: The Empire Strikes Back“The Empire Strikes Back” for the Atari 2600 was one of the first video games based on a major movie franchise.
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C64: Raid Over Moscow
Weiterlesen: C64: Raid Over MoscowAccess’s „Raid Over Moscow“, Cold War-themed gameplay with action-packed scenarios and political themes. It reflects the technological and geopolitical zeitgeist of the 1980s. A game with a controversial reception.
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What If – Imperial Ace Luke Skywalker
Weiterlesen: What If – Imperial Ace Luke SkywalkerWhat If … Luke Skywalker becomes an Imperial TIE pilot after being accepted into the Imperial Pilot Academy.
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Insert Coin Here: Computer Space
Weiterlesen: Insert Coin Here: Computer Space1971 was a year of technological awakening, and in the midst of this, the first commercial arcade video game in history was created: Computer Space.
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Revolution at the 1982 Winter CES
Weiterlesen: Revolution at the 1982 Winter CESLas Vegas, January 1982 – At this year’s Winter Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Commodore International presented a device that could change the world of home computers forever: the Commodore 64. The new masterpiece, which not only impresses…
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