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18:05
Nov 30th 2011
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Jim
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Post edited 18:08 – Nov 30th 2011 by Jim
In college im currently doing the topic "Video Game History" and for a task ive been given i need to do a timeline of all the games and consoles since 1985, so im asking you lot as you have the best knowledge of gaming 
So if you think that i have missed anything of high importance or a game that you really loved and thought changed gaming then tell me and i'll be sure to add it in
I currently have;
- Gauntlet
- OutRun
- N64
- Zelda
and many more  If you are interested in what I've done then here is a link to mu current timeline |
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23:54
Nov 30th 2011
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huntervp
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i would say the the dreamcast was something what revolutionized things due to it being the first console to have online components also the
wii look how it sold the first years how even non gamers were buying them
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06:48
Dec 1st 2011
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beefkr10z
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Don't forget Mario 64. The game that effectively killed 2d platforming and perfected 3d platforming in one swoop.
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07:25
Dec 1st 2011
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craigieh
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GTA3 – gaming would never be the same again. Historically, it's important to note that it was originally released not long after 9/11 and the terrorist attack on the twin towers.
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08:10
Dec 1st 2011
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mym1nd
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Cholo on Amstrad CPC464, and I suppose other systems. Open world. Very limited guidance and you were left to just figure it out on your own. Probably the first game of it's type at that time.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C…..ideo_game)
"Cholo's gameplay is similar to that of Paradroid, but with wireframe graphics. The story is set out in a novella which was included in the game's packaging. Following a nuclear war, humanity is trapped underground by a robot defence system that rules the irradiated surface. Your character assumes control of a robot drone, transmitting to a terminal below ground, and is given the task of freeing the trapped humans."
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10:38
Dec 1st 2011
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Tai
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Hmm, historic video games…
It would be impossible to ignore The last ninja. It was way ahead of any games on release in 1987 and got great reviews. Both games in the series where fantastic, the graphics where amazing at the time.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T…..Last_Ninja
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And lets mention Tekken. it wasnt the first fighting game but it certanly set a standard. The movement of the characters where brilliant and you had so many combos you had to cheat to figure them all out. I bought a magazine and practiced for a week, then i invited my mates over . Game was released in 1994
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tekken
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Final Fantasy series, especially FF7 was allso an experience i`ll never forget. At first glance i discarded the game only to rediscover it 3 months later and finding it to be one of the most memorable games i have ever played. Game was released in 1997
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F….._fantasy_7
I could go on and on and on and…
Tai
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17:44
Dec 1st 2011
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Jim
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Wow guys, much love to you all i'll be sure to add all your recommendations keep em coming if you can!
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18:49
Dec 1st 2011
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Silent Otto
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I have a book about this which I think somebody wrote as a PhD it's available on kindle and I'll send you the details
Otto
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01:42
Dec 3rd 2011
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Silent Otto
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Hi the book is called Vintage Games – the insider look at grand theft auto, super mario and the most influential games of all time. By Bill Loguidice and Matt Barton.
Their choices are:
Alone in the dark (1992)
Castle Wolfenstein (1981)
Dance Dance Revolution (1998)
Diablo (1996)
Doom (1993)
Dune II (1993)
Final Fantasy VII (1997)
Flight Simulator (1980)
Grand Theft Auto III (2001)
John Madden Football (1988)
Kings Quest (1984)
Myst (1993)
Pac Man (1980)
Pole Position (1982)
Sim City(1989)
Space Invaders (1978)
Street Fighter II (1991)
Super Mario 64/ Tomb Raider (1996)
Super Mario Bros (1985)
Tetris (1985)
The legend of Zelda (1996)
The Sims (2000)
Ultima (1980)
Ultima online (1997)
Zork (1980)
I hear lots of calls of bullshit, but the argument is that these games changed the world at their time, and anything that has come after has shinier graphics and new mechanics but is fundamentally the same. If your gunning for a distinction pick up replay, and the ultimate history of video games.
They are all available on kindle and vintage games has lots of hyperlinks and screen shots. It is a big ok though – and remember plagiarism is theft!!!!
Good luck, and why not see if the guys will let you post your work, it will probably be really interesting. I'd be interested anyway.
Otto
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21:48
Dec 3rd 2011
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originaljohn
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I would have to add Shenmue to the list
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18:55
Dec 4th 2011
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Caliburn M
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Gears of war 1 afaik the current cover based shooters all stem from this. Space harrier and it's deluxe cabinet , gameboy pokeman.
Wow would have forgot to put the amazing ultima online  .
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10:50
Dec 6th 2011
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Cthulu Rising
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I'd have to say Elite on C64 in 1985 (I know it was originally for the BBC micro but the C64 version had Trumbles!), probably the first open world type game, where you were free to play the game as you wished, and no end goal was set (other than achieveing Elite status of course!) which was pretty revolutionary back in those days.
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23:21
Dec 8th 2011
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Type40_Dashboxer
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Post edited 23:22 – Dec 8th 2011 by Type40_Dashboxer
Revolutionary games… Like Adamski's choice of Monster Maze – I don't think you did any shooting though! For me, I reckon:
Manic Miner
Elite
Super Mario Bros
Tetris
Tomb Raider
Final Fantasy VII
GTA III
Shenmue
Half Life
Portal
I'll also offer Angry Birds. Love it or loath it, it has been revolutionary.
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