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TLP - S2. Ep. 17: The Brave Browser

  After a couple of years, I've finally got around to making a podcast/video on my favourite browser; BRAVE. If you're someone focused on using privacy focused software and technology, please give a watch to this episode and discover Brave's BRAVE BROWSER. Below you'll find my video as well as the audio version of the podcast.

The Unreleased NES Version of SimCity: Development History & Legacy

The Unreleased NES Version of SimCity: Development History & Legacy The Unreleased NES Version of SimCity: Development History & Legacy A Classic Game's 8-Bit Journey SimCity, the revolutionary city-building simulation created by Will Wright and developed by Maxis, became a cultural phenomenon after its initial release in 1989. Known for its groundbreaking design, it was ported to numerous platforms. But one version—planned for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)—never saw the light of day. This article delves into the fascinating story of SimCity's lost 8-bit adaptation. The NES Development History In 1990, Maxis partnered with Nintendo to bring SimCity to the NES. Nintendo had already enjoyed success with the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) version of SimCity, which introduced new features like Dr. Wright, the in-game advisor ins...