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Series · 2007–2008 · 8m · 1 season

Play Value

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Synopsis

This series traces the sweeping history of video games—from the golden age of arcades to the home‑console revolution that reshaped the industry. Through fast‑paced commentary and archival insight, it explores how hits like Space Invaders, Pac‑Man, and Donkey Kong fueled an arcade boom, why the market collapsed in the early 1980s, and how Nintendo revived gaming with the NES. The story expands into the fierce rivalry between Atari and Nintendo, the global battle for Tetris rights, and the constant cycle of innovation that defined consoles from the 1970s through the 2000s. Blending humor with industry analysis, the episode shows how creativity, competition, and a few spectacular missteps shaped modern gaming.

Details

Created by
Jesse Black
Aired
July 30, 2007
Status
Ended
Network
ON Networks
Episodes
22

Where to watch

No known streaming options in United States.

Seasons

  1. Season 1 · episodes: 22 · 2007

Cast

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