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The New
Retro Console Revolution

The retro console revolution is here! This is the definitive guide to brand new video game consoles that will run classic games on your modern TV. Check out all the new consoles from Nintendo, Sega, Atari, Retro-Bit, Hyperkin, RetroUSB and more! These retro consoles bring the timeless fun of classic gaming into the modern era.

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Happy Birthday Xbox! Original Xbox Celebrates 15th Anniversary

The original Xbox is celebrating its 15th birthday. We take a look back and show you the best the system has to offer. We'll show you the best games, apps, import titles, game mods and more. We even cover a few unique topics such as Xbox upgrades, emulators and homebrew video games. 15 years later and the original Xbox is still going strong!

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Arcade Token Mailing 2015
Contest Recap

After months of stuffing envelopes we have completed the 2015 arcade token mailing. This year we shipped coins to over 500 people around the globe. Learn all about our exclusive new collectible coins. Also find out who won all the big prizes in our yearly giveaway. You will even get a glimpse at our plans for the future of this exciting event!  

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2015
Wrap Up

We're back from PRGE 2015. This incredible retro gaming expo has grown bigger and better with each passing year. The show was filled with events, attractions, and cool new merchandise. See why this was the best show in PRGE history! Click the link to read our exclusive report.

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2015
Image Gallery

Take a visual tour of the Portland Retro Gaming Expo. Our massive image gallery contains over 250 photos direct from the show floor. PRGE gets bigger and better with each passing year. Click the link to see all the amazing sights from this incredible show!

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2015
Video Blowout!

Check out our video coverage of PRGE 2015. Take a walking tour of the expo, see all the exclusive homebrew games, discover some amazing new consoles and video game hardware, walk through the free play arcade, and visit the best exhibitors at the show. We have dozens of exclusive videos of direct from the show floor.

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo
Arcade Token Giveaway!
A Brand New Coin Just for PRGE 2015

We are proud to announce a brand new collectible arcade token, minted exclusively for the Portland Retro Gaming Expo. This beautiful new coin will be made available at PRGE 2015, with a very small amount set aside for members of our newly created Collector's Club. The new coin marks the 12th entry in our collectible coin family. Click the link to read the exciting details!

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Old School Crate Unboxing Video and Review
Loot Crate for Retro Gamers!

Old School Crate is a new subscription video game delivery service, similar to Loot Crate, only just for retro gamers! Check out our unboxing video and our review of this great new service.

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E3 Memories: Dawn of the Nintendo DS

Take a trip back in time to the 2004 E3 Expo. Learn all about the chaos surrounding the reveal of the Nintendo DS. This story details one of the most controversial moments in E3 Expo history! It’s a tale of intrigue, vandalism, underdogs and ultimate victory. Also learn how one legendary Nintendo employee saved the company from destruction.

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E3 Expo 2015 Newswire Page Now Open!

Our E3 Expo 2015 Newswire page is now LIVE. Stay up to date with all the exciting E3 news. See our collection of E3 memories, learn about our 2015 E3 arcade token promotion, and visit our massive archive of E3 Expo news. Celebrate the show with the most unique E3 coverage on the web.

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Video Review:
Electronic Football 2015

Bridge Direct has created a brand new version of the legendary Mattel Electronic Football game from the 1970's. This reborn classic features improved lights and sounds. In this video we take a look back at the history of Mattel Electronic Football. We also compare the different versions of the system that have been released over the years to the brand new 2015 model.

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Review:
AtGames ColecoVision Flashback

ColecoVision strikes back with a new console from AtGames. Check out our review of the ColecoVision Flashback video game console. Our review includes unboxing and gameplay videos. Does the new console live up to the reputation of it's legendary ancestor? Click the link to find out.

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Review:
AtGames Intellivision Flashback

Intellivision returns to your living room with a new video game console from AtGames. Click the link to check out our full review which includes unboxing and gameplay videos. The Intellivision Flashback is sure to be the hottest retro gaming product this holiday season!

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The Most Frightening Video Game Ads Ever Made!

In honor of Halloween we have created a collection of the most terrifying video game commercials ever made! These classic ads are too spooky for TV. Be warned, the videos in our collection may be too intense for younger viewers.

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New
DigThatBox Zines!

For the past year DigThatBox has been publishing a series of awesome zines available only on the streets of Los Angeles. Learn all about our popular series of zines, which cover a variety of subjects like Atari, Godzilla, Zombies and more!

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PRGE 2014
Arcade Token Giveaway!

This weekend we will be giving away the last batch of our 2014 Collectible Arcade Tokens at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo. This is your final chance to get your hands on these exclusive limited edition coins. Each collectible coin will come in exclusive PREGE packaging. Click the link to learn more.

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Classic Gaming Expo 2014:
Post Show Report

We're back from Las Vegas with the best and most in depth coverage of Classic Gaming Expo 2014! See all the sights and sounds from the big show. Learn all about the amazing convention exclusives. Take a tour of the Video Game History Museum. See all the big name celebrities. It was three days of retro gaming nirvana!

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Classic Gaming Expo 2014:
Video Blowout!

The Classic Gaming Expo returns to Las Vegas for three days of video game nirvana. The extremely popular event is celebrating its 15th year. This is the show that started it all. With so much to do and see at the expo we have created this special preview to highlight just some of the great events you will find at CGE 2014.

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Classic Gaming Expo 2014:
Image Gallery

Check out our massive Classic Gaming Expo image gallery featuring over 150 exclusive photos from the event. We also have tons of great pictures from the Video Game History Museum. Get an up close and personal look at all the sights from the biggest retro gaming expo of the year!

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Classic Gaming Expo 2014 Preview

The Classic Gaming Expo returns to Las Vegas for three days of video game nirvana. The extremely popular event is celebrating its 15th year. This is the show that started it all. With so much to do and see at the expo we have created this special preview to highlight just some of the great events you will find at CGE 2014.

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Video Game Review:
FIFA 15

The latest version of the most popular franchise in soccer gaming is finally here. FIFA 15 hits store shelves this week and we have a full review. The attention to detail in FIFA 15 makes it a whole new ball game. Click the link to read our review.

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Video Game Review:
Infamous Second Son

Infamous: Second Son is the latest game from Sucker Punch Productions. The latest chapter in this super hero saga features amazing visuals and captivating game play. True next gen gaming has finally arrived on the PS4. Click the link to read our review.

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Review:
AtGames Arcade Gamer Portable

AtGames has just released a new portable that combines the Sega Master System and the Game Gear into one exciting package. Click the link to read our review of the Arcade Gamer Portable, complete with unboxing and game play videos.

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Video Game Review:
Bravely Default

Square Enix has created a new RPG that captures the spirit of the classic titles that made the company a household name. Bravely Default is a return to glory for the developer that revolutionized RPG gaming. Read our review of this modern classic.

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Survival Horror Revival

Since the birth of survival horror in 1996 the genre has transformed drastically for better and for worse. Fortunately a handful of new games are leading the survival horror revival. Here are seven games that are putting the horror back into video games.

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The Top Five Next Gen Gaming TVs

Are you looking for the perfect gaming TV? After weeks of intensive research we have picked the five best televisions on the market. This feature includes vital information that will help you make the right choice when buying a new set.

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Mascot Mania!
Retro Video Game Mascot Commercials

It's video game Mascot Mania! In this video feature we explore the history of classic video game mascots. We have all your favorite retro gaming icons from Super Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog to Crash Bandicoot and Pac-Man. This collection of classic TV commercials is a trip through gaming history!

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The History and Future of Nintendo Portable Gaming

Discover the history and the future of Nintendo portable game systems. Join us as we look to the past to learn the future of Nintendo. From their humble start with the Game & Watch series, to the modern 3DS line, you will learn everything there is to know about the Nintendo portable gaming empire.

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Video Game Review:
GTA V

A new chapter in the Grand Theft Auto saga has finally been revealed. Read our spoiler free review to learn all about the most highly anticipated game of the year. This review was written by an author who has played every GTA game on every platform!

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2013

The 2013 Portland Retro Gaming Expo has drawn to a close and it was clearly the best retro gaming event of the year! It's easy to see why this show is so popular with classic video game fans. PRGE was two days of non stop retro gaming fun! Click the link for our exclusive report.

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo Video Blow Out!!

Check out our video coverage of PRGE 2013. Take a tour of the show floor, see all the exclusive games, walk through the arcade, visit the best exhibitors at the show, and see a live performance by 8-Bit Weapon. We have over 50 exclusive videos of this event!

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Review:
Pro Evolution Soccer 2014

Konami has just released PES 2014 and it's the most ambitious version of the game in series history. The game features a new engine along with a number or major improvements, but are they enough to help this franchise step out of the shadow of it's primary rival? Read our in depth review and find out.

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Video Game Review:
Saints Row IV

The Saints Row saga concludes with an epic final chapter that is truly out of this world. Read our spoiler free review of the most comical and completely insane entry in the Saints Row franchise.

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VIDEO GAME REVIEW:
Deadpool

Marvel's Deadpool finally gets his own video game. Produced by High Moon Studios this game tries to bring a new approach to the super hero video game. Does this unique title succeed in bringing new ideas to an old genre? Click the link to find out.

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The Best of E3 2013:
Our Picks for the Best of Show

See our favorite products and software from the 2013 E3 Expo. There are many big surprises on our list. Find out who really won the show. Plus we have a few "best of" categories you won't find on any other web site. We cover the expo like no one else. Its all just a click away.

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Retro Gaming Rocks E3!

This year retro gaming made a big splash at the E3 Expo with several exciting new products and events. On the verge of a new console generation attendees were also looking to the past at the rich history of the video game industry. Here are just a few of the highlights from the show.

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The Top 20
E3 Freebies 2013

Check out the coolest swag from the 2013 E3 Expo. Get an inside look at all the great freebies that are available only to show attendees. We have many strange and unique items on our list. Click the link to see all the loot we brought back from the show!

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E3 Expo 2013:
Third Annual Bring Your 3DS to E3 Day

We're celebrating the close of the 2013 E3 Expo with the 3rd annual "Bring Your 3DS to E3 Day." Were turning E3 into the world's largest street pass event. Click the link to learn more.

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E3 Expo 2013:
Android Console
Explosion

This year gamers will witness the birth of an entirely new console market. Three new Android based consoles are set to debut at the 2013 E3 Expo. These new products are designed to be easy to use and affordable. While they may not compete with the big boys they will certainly shake things up in the video game industry.

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E3 Expo 2013: The Big Game List

Get ready for the big show with the most complete game list on the web. Our big E3 game list covers all the confirmed and rumored titles for all your favorite platforms. Click the link to read the full list.

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Complete E3 Press Conference Schedule

The E3 Expo is just weeks away and we've got the complete schedule for all the press events planned for the show. Click the link for more details.

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E3 Expo 2013 Showdown!

Three industry Giants prepare to face off at 2013 E3 Expo. This is sure to be the most intense conflict in gaming history. Old rivalries, new allies and a heated battle for the consumer dollar. Who will win? Tune in and find out!

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10 Things We Would Like to See at E3 2013

The E3 Expo is next week and we have created our own wish list for the show. We've got something for everyone. Next gen consoles, big name franchises, new gaming hardware and more! Our wish list is filled with incredible goodies that will satisfy gamers of all tastes. It's all just a click away.

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Arcade Token
Give-Away 2013
Get a Free Token at E3 or Online!

Our 2013 Arcade Token Give Away is now LIVE! Tokens will be available at the E3 Expo and online. Click the link to learn how you can get your hands on a piece of video game history!

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Retro Console Revolution

These days retro gaming is more popular than ever. Now five new consoles dare to bring classic gaming hardware back to your living room TV. The explosive popularity of these new consoles can only be described as a retro gaming revolution!

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E3 Expo 2013 Newswire Page Now Open

Our E3 Expo 2013 Newswire page is now LIVE. Stay up to date with all the exciting E3 news. See our collection of E3 memories, learn about our 2013 E3 arcade token promotion, and visit our massive archive of E3 Expo news. Celebrate the show with the most unique E3 coverage on the web.

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Arcade Token Gallery 2013

Welcome to our Third Annual "Arcade Token A Day" Celebration! In this gallery we will be posting a new token every day for the next 60 days. Our celebration of the arcade token concludes with the reveal of our brand new 2013 arcade token! Be sure to visit this site daily for new tokens and other big surprises! Click the link to see cool and unique tokens from around the world!

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Review: 
Tomb Raider

Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics bring you the next chapter in the Tomb Raider saga. Lara Croft is reborn in this highly anticipated reboot of the popular franchise. Click the link to read our review and learn about the early adventures of a young Lara Croft!

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Celebrity
Video Game Commercials

In our latest feature we expose the world of celebrity video game TV commercials. See major celebrities before they were stars. Watch over 60 TV spots featuring celebrities, athletes and music legends. This video feature will have you seeing stars!

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Halo 2600 Source Code Poster
Pre-Orders Open

Monkey Labs and talented artist Brian O are happy to announce that pre-orders are now open for the limited edition first-run print HALO 2600 source code poster. Click the link to find out how you can get your hands on this amazing piece of retro gaming art.

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REVIEW:
Retro Pocket

Retro Pocket is a new LCD game collection from UFO Interactive Games. This title gives players 8 LCD style games in one great collection. Click the link to read our review of this unique retro gaming throwback.

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REVIEW:
AtGames Sega Genesis Console & Portable

AtGames continues the legacy of the Sega Genesis giving fans two ways to play their favorite Genesis games. Read our review of the Sega Genesis classic console and it's handheld cousin, the Genesis ultimate portable.

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REVIEW:
Atari Flashback 4

The Atari Flashback returns with a new and improved design and brand new wireless controllers. Click the link to read our review of this amazing new console. It's sure to be the hot retro gaming product this Holiday Season.

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Valve Steam Box Controller Revealed?

It has been rumored that Valve, the company behind the Half Life series and Steam, is making their own video game console. A new picture showing the possible controller for the system has just been leaked to the web. Click the link to learn the truth about this controller and find out why it was leaked to the web.

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Massive Retro Gaming Video Blow-Out!!

All this week we are adding hundreds of new videos to our extremely popular Retro Gaming YouTube Channel. See thousands of classic gaming TV spots, infomercials and promotional videos. We also have hundreds of TV shows, cartoons, movies, and documentaries. Our massive collection spans over 1,500 videos!

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Video Game Trailers
Facebook Page

Check out our new video game trailers page on Facebook. See all the latest game videos and trailers, watch exclusive video content, and enjoy retro gaming videos on Sunday. The page is updated seven days a week. Click the link to check it out!

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Video Games @ Comic-Con 2012

Several major video game companies will be in attendance at the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con. Click the links below to see what your favorite company has in store for the big event.

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The Top 20
E3 Freebies

Check out the coolest swag from the 2012 E3 Expo. Get an insider look at all the great freebies that are available only to show attendees. We have many strange and unique items on our list. You certainly won't see an article like this anywhere else on the web.

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The Best of E3 2012:
Our Picks for the Best of Show

See our favorite products and software from the 2012 E3 Expo. There are many big surprises on our list. Find out who really won the show. Plus we have a few "best of" categories you won't find on any other web site. We cover the expo like no one else. Its all just a click away.

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10 Things We Would Like to See at E3 2012

With the E3 Expo right around the corner we examine some tantalizing rumors to create our own wish list for the show. GTA V, a new PS3 bundle, new Apple gaming hardware? Our wish list is the most unique on the web. We even issue a challenge to Apple CEO Tim Cook. Its all just a click away.

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Arcade Token
Give-Away 2012
Three Years, Three New Tokens!

DigThatBox.com announces a massive arcade token give-away in honor of the 2012 E3 Expo. Tokens will be available at the E3 Expo and online. Click the link to learn how you can get your hands on a piece of E3 history!

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Angry Birds, Apple
and the
Secrets of the WiiU Controller

Come with us as we reveal the secrets of the WiiU controller. Learn everything Nintendo has not told you about their unique new controller. See how the competition will respond, and watch as Nintendo prepares for the biggest fight of its life.

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E3 Time Capsule: What was E3 like 10 Years Ago?

What was the E3 Expo like ten years ago? Find out in our newest feature article, the E3 2002 Video Archives. This unique video time capsule gives you a glimpse into E3 history.

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Grand Theft Auto IV
VS.
Grand Theft Auto V
Graphics Comparison Video

In our quest to unlock the secrets of the next GTA game we have created a new graphics comparison video. This video compares the graphics from GTA V with those found in GTA IV. What you see in this highly revealing video may surprise you. Click the link to discover the secrets of GTA V.

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Game Review:
Nano Assault
for Nintendo 3DS

Shooting game fans will instantly recognize the name Shin'en. This is the developer behind Iridion 3D and Iridion 2, along with the legendary Nano Stray series for Nintendo DS. Now Shin'en Multimedia has returned with a dazzling new 3D shooter built exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS.

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The Ultimate PS Vita Buyer's Guide

We have created the ultimate PlayStation Vita Buyer's Guide. This interactive guide is all you need to plan your Vita purchase. We answer all the important questions, from apps, to entry costs, to launch games. You can also view screen shots, box art and videos for every launch game.

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Neo Geo Pocket Returns!

SNK Playmore is lending their name and the Neo Geo brand to a new portable gaming device. Could this handheld be the long awaited return of the Neo Geo Pocket? Click the link to find out.

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The History of the PlayStation Portable

With the PlayStation Vita just a few weeks away from launch, we take a look back at history of the PlayStation Portable. Learn the history of the Sony PSP, discover all its secrets, and follow the road to the PlayStation Vita. Click the link to learn more.

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Samsung Galaxy Nexus Review

Jason reviews the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. This feature reviews the Nexus not only as a mobile device, but also for its gaming related features. How does the new hardware stack up? Click the link to find out!

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JXD Releases New Android Gaming Tablet

JXD has just released a new Android based gaming tablet. This new tablet bears a striking resemblance to the yet to be released Wii-U controller. However, when you look beneath the surface what you find is a surprisingly well designed, powerful, android gaming tablet. Click the link to learn more and see a video of the tablet in action.

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The Top 12 Most Wanted PlayStation Vita Games

This friday the highly anticipated PlayStation Vita launches in Japan. In honor of this historic event we asked our readers to pick their most wanted PS Vita games. The competition was fierce. In the end we narrowed the list down to 12 incredible games. Did your favorite game make the list? Click the link to find out!

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Happy Birthday Xbox! Original Xbox Celebrates 10th Anniversary

The original Xbox is celebrating it's 10th birthday. We take a look back and show you the best the system has to offer. We even cover a few underground topics such as Xbox upgrades, emulators and homebrew video games. You will even see video footage of modded games running on the original Xbox. Including a version of GTA: San Andreas that lets you fly like a super hero. You won't find coverage like this anywhere else on the web.

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GTA III 10th Anniversary Claude Action Figure

In honor of the 10th Anniversary of GTA III Rockstar Games has announced a new, limited edition 12" Claude action figure. This amazingly detailed 12" figure brings everyone's favorite GTA III protagonist to life. Click the link for all the details along with some high resolution pictures.

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The Secret of the 3DS Slider

Recently we learned about a new Analog Slider attachment for the Nintendo 3DS. The new device gives the 3DS a second analog slider. But why do something like this in the first place? And what if the device has another use beyond the obvious?

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Atari Rocks MTV

In the 1980's Atari and MTV rocked the world. So what happens when you combine the two most powerful forces in 1980's pop culture? The result is a collection of videos filled with catchy tunes, surreal visuals, suggestive themes, and disturbing centipede related violence. Its the sort of thing you could only see on 1980s MTV!

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Sony Strikes Back!
New PSP, New Price

Recently we told you about Nintendo and their 3DS price drop strategy. Well Sony isn't taking the news lying down. The company has its own plans, and if they are successful, they could ruin the Holiday Season for Nintendo. Learn about the new model PSP, and see how Sony can use this machine to rain on Nintendo's parade.

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Nintendo 3DS Price Drop Strategy

Today Nintendo announced a drastic price cut on the new Nintendo 3DS. This news comes just 5 months after the launch of the system. Some believe the 3DS is in trouble. While others contest the idea. So what is the real story? Is this a case of retail panic or is Nintendo playing an aggressive strategy against their strongest competitor?

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The Top 10 Comic-Con 2011 Video Game Exclusives

One of the best reasons to attend the San Diego Comic-Con is to buy convention exclusive merchandise. Among the best of these collectible items are a number of video game related exclusives. Here is our pick of the best of the bunch.

See The Top 10 List

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Video Games @
Comic-Con 2011

Several major video game companies will be in attendance at the 2011 San Diego Comic-Con. Click the links below to see what your favorite company has in store for the big event.

Meet Conan The Barbarian

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7-Eleven Selling Handheld Game Systems

Recently we made a unique discovery at our local 7-Eleven. The store chain, known for selling new and used video games, has now started selling portable game systems. Click the link to read the story of our find. Plus see pics of two of the many portable systems currently for sale.

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Atari Flashback 3
Update #2

A new box for the Atari Flashback 3 has appeared on the web. We have also learned some new details about the product, including a potential ship date. Click the link for all the details.

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Atari 7800 XM Final Product Revealed

While following a lead on the Atari Flashback 3 one of our intrepid writers was able to steal a cam phone pic of the completed Atari 7800 Expansion Module. The is the final, ready to ship product, with its completed packaging.

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Video Game History Museum

The video game history museum comes to the e3 expo. Over 25 years of gaming history brought to life. See all the sights and sounds of this amazing traveling exhibit. And learn how this museum is helping to forever preserve the history of the video game industry.

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Atari Flashback 3 UPDATE

It appears there has been quite a bit of controversy surrounding our report on the Atari Flashback 3. In fact there seems to be quite a mystery developing around this product. Here is what we can tell you so far.

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Wii U Controller Hands On Demo Video

Get an up close and personal look at the new Wii U controller, direct from the show floor of the 2011 E3 Expo. See all of the features of the new Wii U controller in this revealing video feature. Its all just a click away.

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Atari Flashback 3 at E3 2011

The 3rd revision of the Atari Flashback made a surprise appearance at the E3 Expo. Click the link to see some pictures of the new box, plus found out which games will be included in the Atari Flashback 3.

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10 Things We Would Like to See at E3 2011

What is the connection between Super Mario 3D and Super Mario Bros 3? What is the real meaning of "Nintendo Stream?" With E3 right around the corner we examine some tantalizing rumors to create our own wish list for the show. GTA Trilogy, Zelda surprises, a new Halo game? Its all just a click away.

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E3 Memories:
The Wheel of Mario

One of the best moments from the E3 Expo was the infamous "Wheel of Mario." Spin the wheel of fortune with Mario and friends. And learn about one of the best promotions in E3 history! Click the link to read more.

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A Brief History of LaserDisc Video Games

In our newest video feature we're giving you a brief history of laserdisc video games. This feature uses DaphneX, the laserdisc arcade machine emulator. See classic games such as Dragon's Lair and Space Ace running on the original Xbox. Click the link to learn more.

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The Ultimate Neo Geo Console!

The brilliant minds at Analogue Interactive have created the ultimate consolized Neo Geo MVS system. Click the link to learn more about this incredible luxury console and its many robust features.

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Lara Croft Reborn!

The legendary Tomb Raider heroine is reborn for a new generation. Lara Croft is gearing up for a powerfull comeback. Developer Crystal Dynamics has some major changes in store for the next installment of the Tomb Raider series. Click the link to learn more about the future of Lara Croft!

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The Top 10 Most Wanted Nintendo 3DS Games

The Nintendo 3DS has arrived! In honor of the event we asked our readers to pick their most wanted Nintendo 3DS games. The competition was fierce. In the end we narrowed the list down to 10 incredible games, each with their own embedded video! Did your favorite make the list? Click the link to find out!

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Gaming Goes 3D!

3D gaming is about to explode! Sony was the first to enter the 3D gaming arms race. Nintendo quickly followed suit with the Nintendo 3DS. And now even Microsoft has plans to jump into the battle. Where is this all headed? And what is the future of 3D technology? Click the link to learn more.

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New Paper Mario 3DS Teaser Trailer

Here is a teaser trailer we created for the highly anticipated Paper Mario 3DS. This video is part of an upcoming special we are hosting on the Nintendo 3DS. Be sure to stay tuned for more details.

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16 Classic PC FPS Games running on the Original Xbox

Watch our new video feature showing 16 Classic PC FPS (First Person Shooter) games running on the original Xbox. All of your favorites are here. Alien vs Predator, Doom, Duke Nukem, Quake, Shadow Warrior, Zombie Crisis and many more! These are the classics of the FPS genre.

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Atari Mind Control!

The mad scientists from Atari have found a new way to control your computer ...and your mind! Click the link to see rare video footage of the bizarre "Atari Mindlink." Will this revolutionary device give you psychic powers beyond reason? Tune in and find out!

See The Video Here

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Happy Birthday Super Mario Bros!

The classic video game Super Mario Bros celebrates its 25th Anniversary! Take a look back at the history of this legendary game and help us celebrate this tremendous milestone.

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Classic Gaming Expo 2010:
Post Show Report

What do bikers, hackers, roller derby girls and the Atari 2600 have in common? They were all in Las Vegas last weekend. We return from the desert with our coverage of the Classic Gaming Expo. Read all about the celebrity guests, the exclusive merchandise, the LIVE music, and more. See video footage of the new Halo game for the Atari 2600! Also, view tons of pictures from the expo in our robust image gallery. And remember, we can't stop here, this is bat country!

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REVIEW: Hyperkin DDR
Tough Dance Platform

Get your groove on with the new Tough Dance Platform by Hyperkin. This new DDR product has received a lot of positive buzz. We wanted to learn the truth for ourselves so we put this new dance pad to the test. Does this product live up to all the hype? Read our review and find out the truth for yourself.

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Generation Wii

For decades video games have been associated with the classic image of the lazy couch potato. Learn how Nintendo created a revolution that will smash the lazy gamer stereotype forever. Is Nintendo helping to breed a new generation of super gamers?

Learn The Truth Here

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Sony and the 3D Revolution

After the massive success of James Cameron's Avatar 3D technology is ready to invade the entertainment industry. Sony is poised to lead the revolution in this exciting new visual experience with an arsenal of incredible new 3D technology. Read on and discover what's in store for PlayStation 3 owners everywhere. Also learn how James Cameron will bring the true Avatar experience home to your living room...

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Learn The Mysterious Origin Of The Nintendo DS

PART TWO NOW ONLINE

Shrouded in mystery the origin story of the Nintendo DS is long and controversial. Learn how Nintendo  accidentally created the most popular gaming device in history.

P1: SECRET ORIGINS

We continue our explosive feature revealing the mysterious origin of the Nintendo DS. Explore the early rumors surrounding this controversial machine and learn the truth behind "Project Nitro" and the alleged "Portable GameCube." Its a tale of intrigue, suspense and corporate sabotage!

P2: CRITICAL DOUBT

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The Nintendo DS Slot 2 Review

Read our informative review of every Slot 2 accessory made available for the Nintendo DS and the DS Lite. Its a unique collection of gadgets and gizmos.

See Those Crazy Gadgets Here

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Cheap Wii Accessories Flood Into Big Lots Stores

Big Lots stores across the country have been receiving major shipments of cheap Wii accessories, controllers, peripherals and more. We decided to hit the streets to see what we could find. Hit the link for details.

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Hollywood
VS
Video Games

Remember when Disney launched the abysmal feature film adaptation of Nintendo’s hugely successful Super Mario Bothers game? Or does anyone own the two Mortal Kombat films? And what about the epic works of Uwe Boll? It’s safe to say that film adaptations of video games haven’t exactly been great. So what is it, is Hollywood just unable to translate cool games to the screen? Or are inept filmmakers the real cause of the problem?

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Grand Theft Auto:
Tony Prince Spotted In Hollywood

Entrepreneur, Respected Businessman, and Night Club Impresario Tony Prince has been spotted on the streets of Hollywood, CA! Hit the link to see some revealing photos of one of the biggest celebrities from Liberty City!

See The Pics Here

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E3 Memories:
Leonard Nimoy Gets a Token!

Recently we attended a demo of a new game called Yoostar 2: Movie Karaoke. Now here is the best part... Not only did we get to see an early preview of this fantastic new software but the demo was hosted by none other than television and movie star Leonard Nimoy! And we were able to give him a very special gift!

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E3 Memories:
The Gary Coleman Beat Down

One of my favorite moments from the E3 Expo was meeting TV legend Gary Coleman. Little did I know he was also a highly skilled gamer. This is the story of how Gary Coleman kicked my ass at the E3 Expo.

Feel The Wrath of Gary

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E3 Memories:
Mr T and the Big Sweaty Hug

One of our writers gets up close and personal with famed TV legend Mr T. He soon learns that behind his gruff exterior and his intimidating muscular physique lurks a heart of pure gold. Its a heartwarming tale of fun, fanboys and big sweaty hugs.

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E3 Memories:
Danger!!
Mickey Rourke!

One of our writers has a dangerous close encounter with a notoriously aggressive Hollywood superstar! See what happens when you try to take a photo of actor Mickey Rourke.

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Remember Your First Time

Our newest Reporter Abel S talks about his first time in graphic detail! They say you always remember your first love. Take a trip down memory lane with this heartwarming tale of youthful passion. Its a story fans of old school gaming wont want to miss.

Read The Full Story Here

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FOX News Announcer Featured in GTA IV?

In a strange turn of events a familiar voice from the FOX News Channel has appeared in the game Grand Theft Auto IV (GTA IV)....

LEARN THE TRUTH HERE



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