Arcades

Before gaming consoles invaded living rooms and handhelds fit in pockets, there was the arcade — a glowing temple of sound, color, and competition. Between 1980 and 1985, arcades became the heartbeat of global gaming culture. Players lined up with quarters in hand, chasing high scores, battling friends, and writing the first chapter of interactive … Read more

Before living rooms filled with consoles, gaming lived in the neon-lit arcades of the 70s, 80s, and early 90s. For the price of a quarter, players dove into digital adventures that were fast, competitive, and endlessly addictive. When home consoles emerged, they didn’t exist in a vacuum — they borrowed heavily from arcades. From design … Read more