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andykapps

@andykapps

Gamer, programmer, lover of history and subjects of thought

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andykapps
@andykapps Apr 12, 2018, 6:54 PM UTC

Atari Lynx -- What ever happened to the trailblazing portable?

The Atari Lynx was way ahead of its time. It was not only the world’s first 16-bit portable, it also contained the first color LCD screen. Amazingly, the Lynx released a mere two months after the ven…

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andykapps
@andykapps Mar 30, 2018, 10:41 PM UTC

What ever happened to -- The Atari 5200 SuperSystem

Image Source #### Backstory #### The Atari 2600 is one of the most beloved and best selling video game systems of all time. It also enjoyed one of the longest lifespans of any console from 1977 to 19…

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andykapps
@andykapps Mar 21, 2018, 4:51 PM UTC

Secret of Mana remaster vs SNES original

Image Source I love Secret of Mana (SOM) for the Super Nintendo. Nothing makes me happier than popping that cart in and having those great memories of playing with my younger brother when it was firs…

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andykapps
@andykapps Mar 19, 2018, 5:22 AM UTC

Should I buy a Nintendo Switch right now?

Image Source The Nintendo Switch has been selling like hotcakes (how well do hotcakes actually sell anyways?) It is at approximately 15 million units sold as of Feb 2018. So many people are buying th…

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andykapps
@andykapps Mar 12, 2018, 5:17 PM UTC

I’ve always self-identified as a Gamer, but is that still true?

Image Source What does it mean when someone says they are a gamer? Google defines a gamer as “a person who plays video games or participates in role-playing games.” If that is the case wouldn’t that…

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andykapps
@andykapps Mar 6, 2018, 4:43 AM UTC

Which one is better PlayStation, Xbox or Switch—I’m so weary of fanboys

Image Source Oh boy, where to start. I’m so tired of fanboys. For those who don’t know a fanboy is a person who purchases a gaming system (in this case) and for some reason feels obliged to defend th…

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andykapps
@andykapps Feb 25, 2018, 6:56 AM UTC

Ever wonder why: #2 What happens to PC files when you delete them

Image Source Everyone knows that when you delete a file— it goes into the recycle bin. Now what happens when you delete the file from there. Well that’s when it’s really gone right? There are service…

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andykapps
@andykapps Feb 25, 2018, 2:05 AM UTC

Give a “bad” videogame a second chance—You might be pleasantly surprised after the Day 1 update

As much as everyone might complain about it, we live in the era of "Day 1 updates" and that is not likely to change in the near future and while gamers seem to pine for the simpler times, I think tha…

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andykapps
@andykapps Feb 19, 2018, 7:26 AM UTC

Ever wonder why: #1 Why is the default drive called the C:/ drive and what does CP/M have to do with it?

I had the idea of writing a weekly series about exploring things people sometimes take for granted and never really questioned. I got the idea from observing things that I took at face value in my ow…

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andykapps
@andykapps Feb 16, 2018, 5:50 AM UTC

The Twilight Zone review of "Walking Distance" and "Escape Clause"

The Twilight Zone is one of the most well-known series of all time. The term itself has become part of the American vernacular. Originally airing from 1959 – 1964, the show is often credited with man…

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