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Setting the stage: the actor who made an arcade classic

The last step of minting the 1982 arcade classic Q*Bert was the name. The developer, Warren Davis, had the pyramid, the character, the springs and fluffy foes all programmed. All it needed was a title. So Davis and his colleagues at Gottlieb Amusement sat around a room tossing out potential names.

"Hubert", someone bravely put forward on a whiteboard.

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eurogamer.net
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7 Best Retro Games On Android And iOS

The Gamer Writes "The video game industry has grown rapidly over the years. With millions of titles in existence today, gamers are sure to find a game they would enjoy. However, despite the numerous modern titles launched, retro games continue to thrive and remain popular among gamers. There is just something about these old-school gems that provide us with a sense of joy and comfort different from what modern experiences can offer."

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thegamer.com
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8-Bit Chronicles: Q*bert

Anthony gets all @!#@!? in discussing Q*bert; y'know, that arcade game where the !@#?! hops like a ?@#!# and then @?@!#. You get me? %

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heypoorplayer.com
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Q*bert Receives His Own Pop! Vinyl Figure

Hardcore Gamer: Funko has been keeping up with a whole range of video game series. The most recent announcement comes with some retro flair sure to appeal to old school gamers.

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hardcoregamer.com