Do You Remember These Games?
Long before VR headsets and wireless controls, we had joysticks and pixelated graphics, but that doesn't mean the games were any less significant. In fact, these legendary classics were the pioneers that shaped the genre, influencing countless games to come and laying the groundwork for the multi-billion-dollar gaming industry we know today. Here are 5 classic old-school games that shaped the way we play.
1. Space Invaders
The massive popularity of Space Invaders, released in 1978, helped arcade games become globally popular. It introduced the concept of high scores and pioneered shooting mechanics.
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2. Pac-Man
Pac-Man is still among the most iconic games of all time, with Pac-Man being one of the most globally recognized gaming characters. The game heavily contributed to the arcade boom of the 80s.
3. Super Mario Bros.
Super Mario Bros. popularized the side-scrolling platformer style of gaming that later became dominant. It also solidified Mario and Luigi as cultural icons, persisting to this day as the face of the Nintendo brand.
4. The Legend Of Zelda
The Legend of Zelda debuted one of the most iconic OG gaming characters, Link. The game's mechanics and open-world template were also revolutionary for the time, and the exploratory style appealed to a wide range of gamers.
5. Street Fighter II
By offering direct one-on-one competition between gamers, Street Fighter II revitalized the arcade industry. It also popularized the fighting game genre and introduced legendary moves like combos as well as iconic characters.
