Thomson TO5: the French attempt to democratize recreational computing
February 25, 2026
A look back at the Thomson TO5, a French microcomputer from the 1980s, which aimed to make video gaming accessible to the widest audience. Technical specifications, comparisons, and legacy.
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Ultimate guide to hardware innovations that have marked video games
February 25, 2026
Decoding revolutionary console technologies: from the PS3 Cell processor to the Super FX cartridge, including ray tracing. A deep dive into the hardware impact on the evolution of video games.
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Pioneers of Video Games: Portraits of Engineers and Legendary Studios
February 25, 2026
Discover visionaries like Gunpei Yokoi, John Carmack, and the mythical studios that shaped the history of video games. Their technical and creative legacy still influences the industry in 2025.
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Dragon 32/64: the Welsh microcomputer that captivated amateur coders
February 25, 2026
Dive into the world of the Dragon 32/64, a cult Welsh microcomputer, and discover how it inspired a generation of amateur coders thanks to its simplicity and versatility.
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Atari 7800: late 8-bit attempt against the NES
February 25, 2026
A look back at the Atari 7800, its genesis, technical characteristics, strengths and weaknesses, and the tough competition against the NES, the Master System, and home computers.
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Commodore VIC-20 & Plus/4: the “little” brothers of the C64
February 25, 2026
Dive into the world of the Commodore VIC-20 and the Plus/4, two affordable and surprising microcomputers, forerunners of the legendary C64. History, technology, and legacy.
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Sega 32X: technical specifications and reasons for a resounding flop
February 25, 2026
Explore the technical specifications of the Sega 32X and understand the key factors that led to the failure of this Mega Drive extension, facing fierce competition.
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Acorn Archimedes: first ARM computer and its little-known games
February 25, 2026
A look back at the Acorn Archimedes, the first microcomputer equipped with an ARM processor, its technical specifications, its rarest games, and its legacy in video game history.
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Coleco Adam: from game console to home microcomputer
February 25, 2026
A look back at the history of the Coleco Adam, this machine born from a game console that shifted to a home microcomputer. Technical specifications, initial success, and lessons to be learned.
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Magnavox Odyssey: the very first home console (1972)
February 25, 2026
Discover the history of the Magnavox Odyssey, the first home console launched in 1972. Technical specifications, competitors, innovations, and video game legacy.
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