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Blast From the Past: Classic Games
Ten classic games you won't want to forget
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Everyone has a favorite video game that they can think of, whether it be PacMan, Doom, or even something brand new, they all have one thing in common, they are classics. Games that are by no means new, but still can provide us with hours of enjoyment. Below is my top ten list of classic computer games, hopfully you'll be sure to find a few titles that may bring back some memories.

10. Populous
9. Syndicate
8. X-Com:UFO Defense
7. Mechwarrior
6. Ultima
5. Dark Forces
4. Age of Empires
3. Diablo
2. X-Wing
1. Doom

More information and links on some classic games can be found under the Classic Games subject. These are by no means a definitive list, just a few of my old favorites. If you'd like to send me your list to be posted be sure to email me.

Interested in finding some of these titles? A great place to start is eBay auctions, or the searching over the internet for some possible freeware versions. id Software provides a number of great download of their older games such as Doom and Quake.

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