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October 8 in Gaming History

2 moments from the museum's collection happened on this date.

2021 — 5 years ago

Metroid Dread released

Samus returned in Metroid Dread, the first new 2D Metroid in 19 years, launching the same day as Nintendo's Switch OLED model.

Source: MobyGames, This Day in Game History (October 8)
2024 — 2 years ago

Silent Hill 2 remake released

Bloober Team's remake of Silent Hill 2 brought Konami's psychological-horror masterpiece back to a new generation.

Source: MobyGames, This Day in Game History (October 8)
Enjoying the tour? Step inside the full museum — rooms for Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and the Arcade, a playable arcade cabinet, the Museum Exam, and the Passport stamp collection.