That Potato Game

Video games are great, that's why we're here! But some things about video games are greater than others. And so in the spirit of Eurogamer's Optimism Week - a chance to reflect on just how special the medium can be, at a time it isn't always easy to remember - we thought we'd switch tack; moving away from the big things, to the little things. Not the series we love, or the games we can't get enough of, but those strange, weird, little video gaming moments that, for us at least, spark joy. And, of course, we'd love to hear yours too in the comments below! Read more

Imagine how bad the people who paid for it feel.

Besides just offering good games in general, the SNES served as a starting point for 10 beloved series.

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These great single-player puzzle games make for great couch co-op experiences, as you can solve them with a pal.