Big achievements cast long shadows. Think about some of pop culture’s greatest legends. James Gunn is revered for his superhero work like Guardians of the Galaxy, but no one talks about the equally-entertaining horror comedy Slither. It took years for the brilliant Futurama to escape the shadow of The Simpsons. In gaming, Nintendo is a household name built on household names like Mario, Zelda, and Donkey Kong. But 35 years ago, it released one of its most innovative, influential titles that’s never been more than a cult classic.
