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    1. “The Evolution of Video Games”: This article traces the history of the video game industry, starting from the primitive two-dimensional games of the early 1970s to the highly immersive 3D digital worlds that dominated the 90s.

    2. “Arcade Games of the 90s”: This feature provides a detailed examination of the popular arcade games of the 90s, including classics such as Street Fighter II, Mortal Kombat, and Dance Dance Revolution, and their significant contribution to pop culture.

    3. “The Rise of Nintendo”: This write-up delves into the spectacular growth of the Nintendo Company. It chronicles Nintendo’s impact on the 90s gaming culture with game-changing consoles like the “Super Nintendo Entertainment System” (SNES) and handheld game device “Game Boy”.

    4. “Sega versus Nintendo”: An in-depth look at the intense rivalry between two of the leading gaming companies in the 90s. An exploration of how this competition resulted in significant technological advancements in the world of gaming.

    5. “PlayStation: A New Era in Gaming”: This article explores the ground-breaking launch of Sony’s PlayStation and its immense influence on 3D gaming and CD-ROM technology, marking a significant shift in the gaming industry.

    6. “The Dawn of Handheld Gaming”: Engages readers with a deep dive into how handheld gaming became mainstream in the 90s, led predominantly by the iconic Nintendo Game Boy and SEGA Game Gear.

    7. “Multiplayer Gaming and LAN Parties”: Chronicles the rise of multiplayer games such as Quake and Warcraft and the development of the first local area networks for gaming, setting the stage for the future of online gaming.

    8. “PC Gaming in the 90s”: Takes readers through the revolutionizing changes in PC gaming, from text-based games to visually rich and complex developments like Myst and The Sims.

    9. “Introduction to Virtual Reality”: Details the initial strides taken in the field of virtual reality in gaming during the 90s, with notable mentions such as Nintendo’s Virtual Boy, despite its commercial failure.

    10. “Effects of Video Games on Society”: Contemplates the broader implications of video games on 90s society, including their influence on popular media, advancements in technology, and social interactions.

    11. “The Future of Gaming”: Gives an outlook on the coming advances in gaming technology, as speculated in the 90s, such as movement-controlled games, advanced virtual reality, and the prospect of “cloud gaming”.