The 1970s to 1980s was a time when video games were mostly war or sports-themed: something that limited video gaming to select audiences. Toru Iwatani wanted to make a game that can also appeal to women and children. That was…
Pixel art has recently become a trend again thanks to gamers and designers who love its nostalgic appearance. It first gained popular appeal when games such as Space Invaders and Pac-man were introduced to the market in the late 70s.…
Who would think that one of the best fonts of our time would come from an 8 by 8 grid? It can be hard to imagine, but life back then didn’t consist of apps, smartphones, or LED TVs. Instead, they…