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Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez

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About Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez

Born and raised in Florida, Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez previously wrote for Study Breaks Magazine and CBR before joining How-To Geek as a freelance writer.

In the past, Max has written articles about history, pop culture, health advice, and business among other subjects, but his greatest passions have always been gaming and tech. As a longtime fan of arcades and retro consoles, Max is always looking for ways to expand his gaming library and restore old hardware.

As a writer, Max excels at creating well-researched and highly informative work about practically any topic. He loves writing about niche consoles and other forgotten devices, and he has recently entered the world of PC gaming.

Apart from writing and gaming, Max enjoys reading, jogging, computer programming, and training with his two German Shepherds.  

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Old Vintage Arcade Video Games in an empty dark gaming room with blue light with glowing displays and beautiful retro design.
Why These 5 Beloved Genres Disappeared with Arcades
Video Games

Is it game over for these arcade genres, or will they get a chance to continue?

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A picture of Marco from Metal Slug with gameplay of Contra and Ghouls 'n Ghosts in the background.
Why One of Gaming's Most Influential Genres Went Extinct
Video Games

This action-packed genre is still missing in action.

Characters from Klonoa, Wolfenstein 3D, and Dragon Quest III.
What Are 2.5D Video Games?
Video Games

The nebulous dimension between 2D and 3D is still a mystery.

Lara Croft from Tomb Raider, Tommy Vercetti from GTA: Vice City, and Raziel from Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver.
AI Upscaling Is the Future of Game Remasters, but Is That a Good Thing?
AI (Artificial Intelligence)

AI upscaling can give old games a next-gen facelift, but some developers still don't know how to use it.

A person typing on logitech g515 lightspeed tkl keyboard.
The 10 Best Games That Will Test Your Typing Skills
PC Gaming

Forget high scores, it's time to raise your WPM.

The Nintendo Switch 2 logo surrounded by Amiibo figures.
How the Switch 2 Could Revive the Toys-to-Life Genre
Video Games

Your Amiibo collection should find a new home on the Switch 2.

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A video game controller with 'TURBO' written in the background.
More Games Need a Turbo Mode, Here's Why
Video Games

Gotta go fast!

A video game controller on fire with 'development hell' written beside it.
Why Development Hell Is Becoming Gaming's Greatest Threat
PC Gaming

More games are falling apart behind the scenes. Here's why.

Art showing characters from Project X Zone 2.
Video Game Crossovers are More Popular Than Ever, Here’s Why
Video Games

How many crossovers can you fit into one game? Let's ask Fortnite.

Old-fashioned TV set with gamepads, game console and cartridges in pink blue gradient neon light.
5 Revolutionary Console Features That Went Unused
Video Games

Some consoles are capable of more than you think.

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A studio shot of many different old video game systems, controllers and game cartridges shot from above.
The 5 Best Barely Used Features in Game Console History
Video Games

I hate to see great ideas go to waste.

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The Nintendo Famicom and two remotes.
The Original NES Was a Very Different Console Than What We Got
Video Games

The NES wasn't Nintendo's first revolutionary console.

A person playing Mortal Kombat 1 using a PlayStation 5 controller, and some motion inputs in the background.
Why I Love the Most Controversial Control Scheme in Video Games
Controllers

Motion inputs aren't as painful as they appear.

Red grinding on a rail in Bomb Rush Cyberfunk.
How Cel-Shading Is Bringing Style Back to 3D Graphics
Graphics

Realism is overrated. Here's the real reason 3D graphics are looking better than ever.

A graphics comparison showing the PS1 and Remastered versions of The Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver.
What's the Difference Between Video Game Remasters and Ports?
Video Games

Some re-releases get more care than others.

Characters from Takeshi's Challenge, Marvel vs Capcom, and Earth Defense Force 5.
Do You Love Bad Video Games? The Japanese Have a Word for That
Video Games

Gaming's hidden gems are buried in the bargain bin.

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Boxart for Mindjack.
Why I Want More Sequels to Bad Games
Video Games

A good sequel can turn trash into treasure.

A Tetris game featuring some Puyo Puyo characters.
These 4 Famous Games Owe Their Success to Clones and Bootlegs
Video Games

Some games find success in the most unexpected ways.

Main characters from Angry Birds.
6 Iconic Games You Didn't Know Were Actually Knockoffs
Video Games

Success doesn't always mean originality.

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Halo on a Mac, with
How Bungie Almost Made the Mac a Gaming Powerhouse
Mac

Master Chief was almost a Macintosh mascot.

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