The New Gamer

Slighted Games

Nov 27, 2005 - By G. Turner

Welcome to the first in our 'Slighted Games' series, where we examine, mull and reminisce about our favorite games that ended up either unfairly maligned, overshadowed or just flat-out ignored. The charismatic & exuberant rhythm game Space Channel 5 makes an excellent initial pick, as it appeared to have everything going for it before it faded from U.S. retailer shelves.

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Game On 2.0 Image Gallery

Don't live in Chicago or are afraid of underground travel, unable to brave the subway or the Museum of Science & Industry's parking lot? We have you covered with a gallery of approximately 99 photos of revised video game history fun.

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Averaging Gradius

It's done! The Averaging Gradius project, which simple goal was to use multiple runs of the first stage in the NES game Gradius to compare how people play the game, is complete. Check out the article to find out what it's all about and then watch the finished video to make your own observations.

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