The evolution of the niche beat-em-up genre
Are side-scrolling beat-em-ups the product of nostalgia, or are they steadily evolving into something else?
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Are side-scrolling beat-em-ups the product of nostalgia, or are they steadily evolving into something else?
This gallery shows a dozen Lego models inspired by video games, which are a testament to the creativity of both the Lego and gaming communities, and a reminder of the versatility and power of the humble Lego brick.
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In just 24 hours, Polytron Corporations' pixelated platformer has sold almost 20,000 copies. This places it among some of Xbox Live Arcade's quickest selling titles.
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