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Gaming’s most dangerous duo: How X-Play Shaped a Generation of Gamers

X-Play was one of G4’s flagship shows and arguably the most influential video game review program of the early 2000s. Hosted most famously by Adam Sessler and Morgan Webb, the show combined sharp, no-nonsense game reviews with a sarcastic, fast-paced tone that set it apart from more promotional gaming coverage of the era.

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Strip Bayonetta - Innovative 2009 Japanese billboard Ad

In the lead-up to Bayonetta’s Japanese release in 2009, Sega executed one of the most memorable and unconventional marketing campaigns in modern video game history.

Rather than relying solely on traditional posters or trailers, Sega turned high-traffic areas of Tokyo (most notably Shinjuku Station) into interactive advertising spaces. Large billboards and wall posters appeared seemingly covered in layers of stickers or flyers. At first glance, they looked cluttered and unfinished. The invitation, however, was intentional.

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MEET Hikaru Utada - The voice behind kingdom hearts

In 2002 she released “Hikari” (“light” in Japanese) and its English version “Simple and Clean,” which became the theme for the first Kingdom Hearts game. The song’s hopeful yet bittersweet tone perfectly captured the game’s message about friendship, separation, and finding light in darkness. The remix version, used in the opening cinematic, instantly became legendary among fans (the Plantitb Remix).

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Restocktober - Disk pillow restock

Restocktober - The Disk Pillow restock you’ve all been asking for. 3 pillows restocking through the rest of the month. There are a very limited amount of each. 

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Save Files Issue One Update

Save Files Issue One Update! All 100 original copies sold out in ONE HOUR. Print Run 2 is now in production and this is your last chance to get your copy!

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The Rare Dragon Quest Monster Battle Road Victory Controller

The Rare Dragon Quest Monster Battle Road Victory Controller

That, believe it or not, is a Wii controller. It attaches to the Wiimote like a Classic Controller.

The controller, made by Hori, is specifically designed for Dragon Quest Monsters Battle Road Victory, an updated Wii port of arcade card battle game Dragon Quest Monsters Battle Road. The controller mimics the look of the arcade version, right down to the button sizes. The sword can be pushed down to perform your special sword attacks.

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History of Neversoft’s Eyeball Logo

Introduced in 1999, the Neversoft Eyeball Logo was simple yet impactful: a disembodied, bloodshot eyeball skewered on a metal spike. It reflected Neversoft's edgy, alternative, and darker aesthetic, fitting perfectly with the extreme sports and action-packed themes of their games.

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The Story behind the Sonic Adventure Christmas DLC (1999)

The "Christmas Party" DLC brought festive cheer to the game, adding Christmas trees to the station and town center. When Sonic jumped at these trees, cheerful holiday messages would appear on-screen, wishing players a Merry Christmas. The background music also changed to the acapella version of "Dreams, Dreams" from Christmas NiGHTS into Dreams.

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UPCOMING REVIVE DROP

Just a few of the pieces that will be in our next Revive Drop! THIS SATURDAY at 1PM EST.
If you don't know about our Revive Shop - it's where you can find an array of pieces we are giving a second life including vintage gaming tees and sample prints!

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discover The Lost Jet Set Radio game

Have you ever heard of the lost Jet Set Radio typing game?Developed by Sega in 2001, this Jet Set Radio spinoff, known as "Typing Jet," was released for Japanese mobile phones. 

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