From offering four controller ports right out of the gate, to industry-defining 3D capabilities, and even to the introduction of feedback/rumble support, the Nintendo 64 as a whole was an innovative console. Despite controversial decisions like choosing cartridges over CDs for their games, the N64 also saw Nintendo trying all sorts of interesting things during the fifth console generation. Let’s take a closer look at some obvious and not-so-obvious Nintendo 64 games that anticipated the future of console gaming. We’re not including Zelda here, because that’s just a bit obvious.

10 N64 Games Way Ahead of Their Time

As the years march on it’s always impressive to see how much technology improves and changes. We have computers thousands of times more powerful than the ones used on the moon landing in our pockets, journeys across the country that used to take weeks now just take a few hours, and the most important 3D platformers of all time is being remade for the Game Boy Advance.

Fan attempting remake of Super Mario 64 on the Game Boy Advance (UPDATE)

The Nintendo Switch 2 isn’t right around the corner anymore but information is still trickling out about detailed specifics, such as performance, and it now sounds like it may be comparable to the Steam Deck in that regard. Not necessarily equal, but in close proximity to what the Steam...

Nintendo Switch 2 performance could be comparable to Steam Deck

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Actor Bob Denver, who passed away in 2005, will forever be remembered for his leading role on the classic 1960s sitcom Gilligan’s Island. Denver also played another famous TV character: the beatnik-type Maynard G. Krebs on The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.

TV's 'Gilligan Island' Stars Dawn Wells and Bob Denver and Their Controversy Behind the Scenes

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

ATLUS has had some interesting merch collaborations when it comes to the Shin Megami Tensei franchise, and they’ve come up with yet another unique tie-in that’ll release in Japan very soon. ATLUS has partnered with Wakatsuru sake brewery for a Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance whiskey bottle, and...

SMT: Vengeance limited-quantity whiskey launching in Japan

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The Pokemon card game began in 1998, first produced by Wizards of the Coast. It has maintained a steady following for the whole of its lifespan, and has gained popularity as a source of valuable collectibles.

Most Valuable Pokemon Cards in 2024

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

Starting next month, Google will require apps on the Play Store to provide a “stable, engaging, responsive user experience.” If they don’t, the company plans to eventually remove those apps from the store. This policy is part of Google’s latest spam policy update and is designed to...

Google is getting ready to remove lots of Android apps from the Play Store

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New TV Console at Costco Is About to Fly Off Shelves

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Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

GTA Online fans will soon be able to use one of the most-requested mods on console, as Rockstar’s version of FiveM is inbound. If you’ve ever sat down and watched a GTA RP stream, then you might be familiar with FiveM. It’s the mod that allows players to host and play on the custom roleplay servers that have become wildly popular over the last few years.

Popular GTA mod is finally coming to GTA Online console players

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

A new line of Tsukihime merch featuring Arcuied is available for pre-order now and one of the items, a special ‘Outing’ set, is limited edition. You can check out all the details on each product in the below gallery. Pre-orders are open for the items until September 8th....

New Tsukihime Arcueid Merch now available for pre-order

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Are we getting a Nintendo Direct in August this year, rather than September?

Nintendo Direct Rumor Suggests Next Direct is Coming Soon

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Masahiro Sakurai on how to make any game competitive

Masahiro Sakurai is back with yet another installment in his game development video series, and this feature slots into the “Grab Bag” category. Gaming challenges of...

Masahiro Sakurai on how to make any game competitive

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