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How Mods Changed Video Games Forever
A new video essay argues that player-made modifications have fundamentally shaped the video game industry, extending game lifespans, spawning entire genres, and influencing official developers. The piece traces how modding communities have repeatedly transformed popular games and driven innovation across gaming culture, prompting renewed discussion among players about the creative impact of modders.
Why now: Renewed appreciation and debate over the role of modding communities in gaming history.
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- How Mods Changed Video Games Forever · NakeyJakey · 1.6M
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