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An Ode To Instructions: Why I'll Miss Video Game Manuals

The coming of a new generation of always-on, super-connected consoles surely spells doom for the humble video game manuals, which is a shame, because video game manuals used to be a real art form.

shodan743902d ago

I used to really enjoy reading game manuals. The best offered cool little bits of extra background and detail to the gameworld, and had a distinctive tone/style. The one for the PS version of Doom really sticks in my mind because of that.

Software_Lover3902d ago

I miss manuals, but they started getting real cheap with them. Nothing really enjoyable. PS2 and Xbox had some great game manuals.

TheOneYouHate3902d ago

I still have the box and manual for super Mario bros 3 :-)

Auron3902d ago

I loved the way brand new Super Nintendo boxes smelled.

eye no toe fu3902d ago (Edited 3902d ago )

LMAO, I thought I was the only one who would smell new game manuals. That's one thing I began to miss greatly this gen - the dwindling of quality game manauls. Curse you technology!

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Soapbox: 30 Years Later, Super Metroid's Foreboding Atmosphere Is Still Unmatched

"30 years after its launch, however, Super Metroid for the SNES remains the undisputed king of the franchise in terms of its atmosphere and tone. " - Ollie Reynolds | NintendoLife

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mastershredder34d ago

Castlevania Symphony of the Night says, 'not so fast there, Ollie'.

GoodGuy0934d ago

Fusion did a great job at it. Really love that horror feel with metroid. I mean you are completely alone on alien planets filled with horrific monsters and toxic environments.

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15 Impactful Video Games That Forever Changed The Industry

These groundbreaking video games changed gaming forever and drew in scores of fans in the process.

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The Most Iconic Game Weapons Ever

BLG writes, "There are many fantastic and iconic weapons in game history, but some are significantly more memorable than others. When we think of iconic game weapons, these are the top 20 that come to mind."

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phoenixwing76d ago

You forgot one and it's a doozy. The weapon is kindness in undertale. :) defeats countless enemies.