Konami blocked Hideo Kojima from making a Matrix game

By the late 1990s, Hideo Kojima had become a key figure at Konami. His game, Metal Gear Solid, was a massive global success, and he was one of the few game developers in Japan to achieve widespread celebrity status.

Crash Bandicoot Animated TV Series May Come To Netflix – Report

WildBrain Studios is working on a new animated series based on the popular video game character, Crash Bandicoot, according to What’s on Netflix. While details about the show’s creators haven’t been released, WildBrain has experience with video game adaptations, having previously produced shows like Sonic Prime and Carmen Sandiego. They’re also known for other animated series including Johnny Test, Go Dog Go, The Snoopy Show, Fireman Sam, and Polly Pocket.

Two Arcade1Up Countercades Are In Stock At Amazon For $150

These small arcade cabinets come with three classic Namco games already installed, a 7-inch vertical screen, and full-size arcade controls. We anticipate they’ll be a hit this holiday season, just like last year. The new Classic Special Edition Arcade Cabinets from Arcade1Up – featuring Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, and Mortal Kombat – are also expected to be popular. These offer a more affordable way to enjoy arcade games compared to Arcade1Up’s larger, Deluxe models.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security uses Halo in ICE recruitment ad

A recent post from Homeland Security featured Master Chief from the video game series Halo driving the famous Warthog vehicle, with a soldier operating the turret. The image included the phrase “Destroy the Flood,” referencing a dangerous alien enemy from the Halo games that spreads by infecting living creatures. Below that, the post encouraged people to join ICE and also used the popular Halo tagline, “Finish the fight.”