Aarzak kicks a sword out of a soldier's hands on the cover art for "Last Battle" (1989) - Sega As pivotal as the decade was for the industry, there are plenty of hit '80s video games that no one ...

The launch period is of vital importance to a game's success. It's when the hype should be at its peak, sales should be rolling in, and review scores and word of mouth alike crowing about the title in ...

Console launch games carry a massive burden. They are expected to sell hardware, showcase graphics, prove new features, and satisfy early adopters all at once. When they succeed, they become legends ...