80s

10 Games We Played As Kids That Probably Meant Our Teacher Was Hung Over

Before classrooms were littered with iPads and other fancy electronics, teachers resorted to old-fashioned indoor classroom games that wasted a lot of time.Anything was better than studying or completing worksheets, so we went along with it, but not all these games were as hype as teachers tried to make them. That being said, not all were that bad either. University HospitalsLet's be real though, the ones that were more competitive were the most fun. Here are 10 indoor games that will open the floodgates to some of your favorite, and maybe most-hated, childhood memories. Seven Up (Heads down, thumbs

80s

33 Toys You Definitely Owned If You Were Born In The '80s

We all have our favorite '80s toys, but some were so popular that they seemed to be in every home in America.If you're an '80s kid, we'd be shocked to learn you didn't own these toys:1. Fisher Price Medical KitArkham_Retirement / RedditDon't be surprised if you notice a lot of Fisher Price on this list. The toy company dominated the market in this decade, and one of their most popular sets was this doctor's bag.It had everything you needed to play doctor, and give the family dog a checkup.2. PopplesThe Mary SueThe Popples were designed by

90s

10 Games Every 90s Kid Played That'll Make You Want To Be Back In Gym Class

Second only to recess, gym was one of the best parts of the day at school. It was a much needed break from hours of complicated math problems and history lessons. While sport activities like soccer, basketball and baseball were standard in any gym class, there were plenty of other games that we played that made the class so much more memorable. The teachers always knew the right games to pick so that we could have fun with our friends while reaping the benefits of physical activity. Let's go down memory lane and revisit 10 gym class games that make

80s

13 Things That Every 80s Girl Will Immediately Recognize

If you grew up in the 80s, you are pretty lucky. Everything was just totally radical in the 80s! We had the coolest hair, the best slang and obviously all the best clothes. It's safe to say we grew up in the best decade. Being a girl in the 80s had a lot of perks too. We had a bunch of cool stuff that kids today wouldn't understand. How many of these things do you recognize? PopplesEbayFor some reason the idea of a toy that could fold up into a little ball was super appealing to us? Charm BraceletsEbayThey were

Retro

Throwback to the first IGT Slots Games

IGT may face stiff competition from other games developers for casinos and other commercial operators, out there to topple them from their throne, but they’re still industry leaders. Many operators have called on IGT casino software to help them run their casinos and serve their customers online and offline. The company have been making slots since the early 1980s and have established a solid reputation for themselves in the field. This post takes a look at some of their earlier slots and, by looking at some of their most recent slots, how they’ve progressed.CleopatraCleopatra was (and is)

Retro

How bingo has stood the test of time

You might think of bingo as a game for grannies, but you could not be more wrong. While the local bingo hall was somewhere older women often gathered for a social evening, this game has an appeal that stretches beyond that demographic. It has retained its popularity throughout the years as other forms of entertainment have come and gone, because it has adapted to changes like the rise of internet gaming. These days there are multiple online bingo sites and you can find lots of information here about them.Bingo is believed to have originated in Europe during the 16th

Life

The Growth and Journey of Casino Games over Centuries

Man, gambling and casino have come a long way. Researchers say that as early as 2300 BC, people were already gambling. You’ll remember that casting of lots to make an unbiased decision has also featured in the bible.  People, since the beginning of times, have predicted the outcomes of not just games, but virtually every event, including wars.Casino games stemmed from humans’ appetite to gamble on events. Now, such games form an excellent form of entertainment. The rise of technology has further escalated their position, making them even more significant. Right now, you can log in to

Toys

Target Has Launched A Bunch Of Board Games That'll Help You Re-Live Your Childhood

Playing board games used to be what every kid thought of as fun. Now, most kids would rather play with a cellphone or computer. However, there is still a good portion of the population who are happy to sit down with a good ol' fashioned board game, but, a lot of us are older now. We do happen to be a little bit stuck in our ways, but we can't help but be nostalgic for our childhood, because simply put, everything from our childhood was better. We had the best TV shows, the best music, and the best movies, so