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Hardly more than 20 years ago, HBO took a gamble on its first foray into epic television. The series that resulted, burned brilliant and bright. And briefly, as the gargantuan portrait of how a centuries-old republic transitioned into permanent one-man rule only lasted two seasons before the premium cable network

Fred Rogers spent decades creating television that taught children empathy, respect, and curiosity. Through Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, he combined music, puppetry, and storytelling to address everyday challenges, emotions, and learning. These photos document his life on and off the screen, while showing candid moments of the man behind the sweater.

Before arcades and consoles, players crowded around Pong machines and loaded up classic Atari and Nintendo systems. These photos capture real people in those moments, discovering a new form of entertainment that would capture them for life. From basements to arcades, these images document the first generation of gamers interacting

Collectables were the ’80s and ’90s equivalent of spending your parents’ money on a FIFA Ultimate Team pack. Except they were things you actually touched and continued to play with. They’re time capsules in their own way, representing a bygone era that we remember so well and miss dearly. Garbage

Millennials experienced the rise of 3D graphics to online multiplayer battles. For millennials, these are the titles that helped shape how games were played and remembered. This list looks back at the video games that left a lasting mark on the generation that grew up with them. Super Mario 64