io9: We Come From the Future

Hosted by Annalee Newitz and Esther Inglis-Arkell.

io9: We Come From the Future is a news show about science, entertainment and culture from a tomorrow that you wish you lived in today. Annalee Newitz, editor in chief of io9, and Esther Inglis Arkell, io9 writer, cover science fiction and science fact in a studio format with segments including... Read More

The Top 5 Fictonal Video Games Ever!

Friday, November 2nd, 2012 – running time 11:44

30 years after the release of the movie War Games, video games have played an increasingly central role in pop culture. Now with the release of "Wreck It Ralph," Esther and Annalee examine the fictional video games that have played a starring role in the big screen.

Be sure to post your favorite fictional & real video game below!

Fictional Video Games We Wish We're Real!

Everyone loves Zelda, Super Mario Bros, Halo, God of War, but where's the love for games that don't really exist in reality? What about "The Last Star Fighter", "Global Thermonuclear War", or the simulation in "Ender's Game"? Annalee and Esther examine the videogames featured in fiction they wish you could play right now.

00:25 | Play

Make a Rainbow Striped Drink

If you're looking for something full of electrolytes to chug while you're gaming look no further. Esther's going to show you how to make a rainbow in a glass!

04:08 | Play

Video Games We Like

Annalee and Esther confess their love for the video games that played a crucial role in their personal development!

09:32 | Play

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Show Title:
io9: We Come From the Future
Description:
io9: We Come From the Future is a news show about science, entertainment and culture from a tomorrow that you wish you lived in today.
Categories:
Movies & Media, Technology & Gadgets
Launch Date:
Apr 13, 2012
Episodes: