https://wordkpop.com/tags/chris-oberth/ Recent content in Chris Oberth on Word Kpop Hugo en-us Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://wordkpop.com/posts/unearthing-gaming-history-the-return-of-xcavator/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://wordkpop.com/posts/unearthing-gaming-history-the-return-of-xcavator/ Long-lost NES puzzle game Xcavator, originally developed by Chris Oberth in 1991, is making a comeback thanks to a collaboration between iam8bit and the Video Game History Foundation. This fully polished cartridge edition, priced at $100, not only revives a piece of gaming history but also supports vital archival efforts that preserve the legacy of 8-bit gaming. The release includes an authentic NES cartridge and a detailed manual that chronicles the game’s troubled past and Oberth’s career, highlighting the broader challenges of preserving video game history.