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Is this the worst frame-rate in any game ever?
By Justin Towell published
No, this isn't some early version of Skyrim - it's Sega Saturn's Virtual Hydlide. Even if you've seen it before, you really should see it again now, if only to appreciate the nice things you have.

The story of UK gaming industry's early years may never be told. But you can help make sure it is
By Justin Towell published
'Bedrooms to Billions' documentary banking on crowd-funding push to make it a reality

New Dreamcast game is out now. Also available on even more obsolete hardware!
By Justin Towell published
MEGA PRO-GEAR SPEC! Comparatively speaking, of course...

Classic graffiti-em-up Jet Set Radio is heading for PS Vita with added features. See the first screens here
By Justin Towell published
Sega has issued a surprise announcement: Jet Set Radio is being converted for PlayStation Vita. But it's not just a straight conversion - there are a couple of 'enhancements'...

Can all TV adverts be like this, please? Burger chain makes awesome OutRun homage in commercial
By Justin Towell published
Palmtrees + milkshakes = win

End your week with a smile at this montage of videogame characters running
By Tom Goulter published
Rightward journeys will bring a lump to your throat and a twitch to your thumb

SSX 2012 prepares to get tricky with retro DLC
By Tom Goulter published
EA's SSX reboot is about to pay tribute to the series' roots with a retro-themed mountain and character pack. How will the series' OGs fare against their next-gen counterparts?

How video games would play if you were the bad guy
By Justin Towell published
Suffice to say there's a reason we play as the hero
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