Blake J. Harris’s Console Wars provides a detailed account of the fierce competition between Sega and Nintendo in the 1990s, a crucial period that shaped the video game industry as we know it today. In compelling prose based on extensive research, Harris takes us behind the scenes of this epic battle, focusing in particular on […]

On 7 December 2006, Nintendo launched one of the most revolutionary consoles in gaming history: Wii. This device not only marked Nintendo’s entry into a new era of gaming technology, but also the beginning of a fundamental change in the way games are played. Ten years after its debut, it is interesting to reflect on […]

Launched by Nintendo in 1989, the Game Boy revolutionised the world of portable gaming, changing the way people thought about video games and paving the way for a new era of mobile entertainment. The console captured the hearts of gamers, allowing them to take their favourite games with them wherever they went. With its long […]

Launched in Japan on 14 September 2001, the Nintendo GameCube recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, providing an opportunity to reflect on the significant impact this console has had on the video game landscape. Despite its relatively short lifespan and lower sales than its competitors, the GameCube was a milestone in terms of design, technological innovation […]

Arcade games have had a lasting impact on popular culture and the history of video games, serving as a meeting place and a place of experimentation for several generations of fans. Although their decline is evident, the memory of arcades evokes a deep nostalgia, fuelled by the unique experiences they offered and their pivotal role […]

The PlayStation Portable (PSP) was one of the most revolutionary portable consoles of its time, bringing the graphics power and gaming quality of home consoles into a pocket format. Although no longer in production, its impact on video game history was significant, marking a before and after in the portable console landscape. Launch and reception: […]

The Nintendo DS is one of the most innovative and successful handheld consoles in the history of video games, with an impact that extends far beyond the world of gaming. Launched in 2004, it introduced numerous technical and innovative features that changed the way portable gaming was conceived, bringing a new interactive and accessible experience […]

Introduced in 1982 by Sinclair Research, the ZX Spectrum was one of the most influential and iconic personal computers in the history of video games and computing. Although designed as a simple home computer, it played a key role in the popularity of video games among the general public, thanks to its accessibility, low cost […]

The Amiga name is synonymous with innovation, audacity and an advanced vision for the future of computing, especially during the 1980s and 1990s. Its history, steeped in ambition and creativity, represents one of the most fascinating adventures in personal computer and multimedia technology. The birth of Amiga Inc. and its legendary computers left a profound […]