Light gun games are one of Matt's favorite generes to play! The passion started in the arcade of course, but as time went on, these games became better and better to play at home on your console and a good old CRT of course. Then we get into a new segment called evolution of a franchise and we chose Prince of Persia to kick things off! Enjoy! #arcade #retrogaming #retrogames #playstation #xbox #nintendo #sega
Brief history of light gun games according to an AI! FUN!:
Light gun games, also known as shooting games or target shooting games, have been around for several decades and have evolved greatly over time. Here is a brief history of light gun games:
1930s: The first light gun game was created by Sega in the 1930s. It was called "Periscope" and was an electromechanical game where players fired a gun at moving targets.
1960s: The first video-based light gun game was created in the 1960s. It was called "Duck Hunt" and was a simple game where players shot ducks on a screen using a light gun.
1970s: In the 1970s, light gun games became more popular with the release of games like "Wild Gunman" and "Shootout". These games used a CRT monitor and a light gun to simulate shooting targets.
1980s: In the 1980s, light gun games continued to evolve with the introduction of games like "Operation Wolf" and "Laser Ghost". These games used more advanced technology, such as digitized graphics and sound, to create more realistic gameplay.
1990s: The 1990s saw the release of popular light gun games like "Time Crisis" and "House of the Dead". These games used 3D graphics and were often played in arcade cabinets with mounted light guns.
2000s: In the 2000s, light gun games became more commonly played on home consoles like the PlayStation 2 and Xbox. Games like "Time Crisis 3" and "Virtua Cop: Elite Edition" were popular among console gamers.
2010s: The popularity of light gun games continued to decline in the 2010s, with fewer new games being released. However, some popular franchises like "House of the Dead" and "Time Crisis" continued to release new titles.
Overall, light gun games have been a staple of video game history, offering players a unique and exciting gameplay experience. While their popularity has declined in recent years, they remain an important part of gaming history and continue to be enjoyed by many players today.
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