The evolution of gaming: From 8-bit to today

The history of gaming is as long and complex as the Lost Levels of Super Mario Bros., and it's filled with its fair share of drama, intrigue, and fierce opinion. 

From a technical standpoint, the advancements of the past half-century have been fascinating to witness. Heritage gamers have watched the industry transform from classic hits like Pong and old-school, 8-bit games to the immersive, cinematic experiences of today. This incredible evolution is due in part to major advancements in computer processing power. (A 2015 data visualization of this evolution shows us how computer power has increased a trillion-fold over just six decades.) Read more...