Video Game Franchises
Set in a retro-futuristic wasteland, this iconic series is known for its Vaults, Pip-Boy device, and branching storylines.
What is Fallout?
This iconic character serves as the main antagonist in the Mario series, often kidnapping Princess Peach.
Who is Bowser?
Released in 1988, this 16-bit console became famous for its library of fast-paced action games and introduced iconic characters like Sonic the Hedgehog.
What is Sega Genesis?
This 1980 arcade game ushered in the era of “power pellets” and ghost-chasing, becoming one of the most important video games of all time.
What is Pac-Man?
Starring Joe Taslim, this 2021 film adaptation showcases a deadly tournament of fighters with supernatural powers.
What is Mortal Kombat?
This stealth-action series features Sam Fisher, a covert operative working for the NSA’s secretive Third Echelon division.
What is Splinter Cell?
Known as the “Dark Lord,” he commands legions of monsters in The Legend of Zelda series.
Who is Ganon?
Competing against established brands in 2001, this console introduced the first in-house developed graphics processor from the same company that made Windows.
Initially called “Jumpman,” this classic arcade character made his debut chasing Donkey Kong, paving the way for one of gaming’s most iconic mascots.
Who is Mario?
Alicia Vikander stars in this 2018 reboot about a young adventurer’s first expedition to a mysterious island filled with deadly traps and ancient secrets.
What is Tomb Raider?
This Square Enix franchise is known for its recurring summons, job systems, and crystal-themed storylines.
What is Final Fantasy?
This rogue AI from Mass Effect leads the Reapers in their mission to extinguish advanced civilizations.
Who is Sovereign?
Released in 1999, this gaming system was the first to feature a built-in modem for online play and introduced several groundbreaking 3D adventure titles.
What is Sega Dreamcast?
Released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, this action-platformer lets players choose the order of six stages, each ending with a boss fight against a "Robot Master" granting a unique weapon.
What is Mega Man?
This 2022 action-adventure film stars Tom Holland as a treasure hunter seeking a legendary pirate treasure while facing dangerous rivals.
What is Uncharted?
This gothic horror series, starring vampire hunters like Simon Belmont, is famous for its tight platforming and iconic vampire boss battles.
What is Castlevania?
This antagonist is Chairman of the Rapture City Council and manipulates its citizens with plasmids.
Who is Andrew Ryan?
Launched in 1990 in Japan and 1991 in North America, this 16-bit console featured Mode 7 graphics for rotational and scaling effects and hosted iconic RPGs like Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy VI.
What is Super Nintendo/SNES?
This 1986 game created by Shigeru Miyamoto pioneered open-world exploration, tasking players with collecting sacred relics and defeating a dark sorcerer to save a fantasy kingdom.
What is The Legend of Zelda?
This 2008 film adaptation stars Mark Wahlberg as a troubled NYPD detective seeking justice for his family’s murder while battling his own inner demons.
What is Max Payne?
This fighting game series, revived in 2013 with a reboot on Xbox One, is known for its distinctive “Ultra Combo” finishing moves and originally debuted as an arcade game by Rare.
What is Killer Instinct?
Known for her rhyming taunts and dark magic, she rules Spiral Mountain and tries to steal Jinjo magic in Banjo-Kazooie.
Who is Gruntilda?
Released in 1977, this home console featured a simple joystick and single-button controller and revolutionized gaming by bringing arcade-quality games into living rooms, launching the modern video game industry.
What is Atari 2600?
Released in 1981, this classic arcade fixed shooter lets players control a starship to destroy enemies that attack in formation, featuring a unique tractor beam mechanic that can capture your ship.
What is Galaga?
In this 2005 film, a half-vampire named Rayne hunts down supernatural creatures and must stop a cruel aristocrat using dark powers to unleash chaos and darkness.
What is BloodRayne?