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TCW Podcast Episode 263 - Howell Ivy

Howell Ivy had a knack for taking familiar arcade ideas and pushing them somewhere new. He discovered video games through Computer Space while serving in the Air Force, and in his off time he built a ball-and-paddle game that led to a position at Ramtek. Clean Sweep gave the ball-and-paddle format a new twist and helped inspire Atari's Breakout. Ramtek Baseball pushed that idea further with stronger sound, presentation, and a CRT modified so it could sit perpendicular to the Earth's magnetic field and still work. At Exidy, Ivy kept pressing for what was next. He bought a 6502 processor with his own money to prove that the company needed to move toward microprocessors. That thinking showed up in Car Polo, a soccer game with cars, and later in Circus, which became the biggest hit of his career. Vertigo pushed even further with motion controls and vector displays, but it was too complex to manufacture in that form and was retooled into Top Gunner instead. SEGA was looking to expand into the US arcade space, and Exidy was in financial trouble, so the companies moved toward an acquisition. Howell Ivy and Gene Lipkin went to Japan to negotiate the acquisition, but the deal fell apart. Ivy suspected Lipkin had made a separate deal with SEGA when he became president of SEGA Enterprises USA. When Lipkin left SEGA, the company turned to Ivy because of the work Exidy had already done with them, and he joined as VP of Manufacturing in 1986. Ivy helped SEGA contract out manufacturing to US companies, pushed Japanese designers toward polygonal graphics, consulted on Daytona USA, and negotiated the partnership with GE Aerospace. Ivy later became president of SEGA Enterprises USA before retiring from SEGA in 2004 after Sammy acquired SEGA. In retirement, he volunteered at a school engineering program that helped students send projects to the International Space Station.

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW051-sons-of-pong

TCW 201 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW201-advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-1

TCW 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW202-advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-2

TCW 232 - All The Other Home Pongs: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW232-all-the-other-home-pongs

Clean Sweep (Ramtek): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0OTBI9Zagw

TCW 211 - Ramtek: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW211-ramtek

Ramtak Baseball: https://youtu.be/vZKhpCPc34U?t=83
TCW 212 - The Exidy of the 70's: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW212-the-exidy-of-the-70s

TCW 213 - The Exidy of the 80's and 90's: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW213-the-exidy-of-the-80s-and-90s

Destruction Derby: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRYduNYRmPY

Death Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmQ_hj21K5k

Car Polo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6-xHhi2-nI

Circus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFm3b7e2tV8

The Exidy Sorcerer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iMcOY1pH1Y

Crossbow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vxd_6vYJWtU

TCW 075 - Gunning for Light: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW075-gunning-for-light

TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW028-picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash

Top Gunner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MXYF260JdE

Daytona USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAcMqFTkAs8

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 262 - Vectrex

The Vectrex came with its own screen, plastic color overlays, and roots in the aerospace industry. GCE brought Smith Engineering in to design and develop digital watch games, then calculator games, before the two companies set their sights on a full home console. That console had to include its own display because home televisions could not support vector graphics. The idea took shape when engineer John Ross came across a one-inch CRT designed for aircraft instruments, and that sparked the push toward a vector-based home console. GCE knew they were too small to compete in a saturated market on their own, so they sought out a larger company with the manufacturing and marketing muscle to give the Vectrex a real shot. Milton Bradley acquired GCE in September 1982. The Vectrex launched at $199 that holiday season, right into the Video Game Crash, and cost Milton Bradley $31.6 million before Hasbro bought what was left in 1984.

TCW 199 - The History of Handheld Games Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW199-the-history-of-handheld-games-part-2

Major Matt Mason: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sNoiDT0BMw

Creepy Crawlers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJOd3pPUcEo

TCW 025 - Matel Electronics?: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW025-mattel-electronics

TCW 177 - The Intellivision Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW177-the-intellivision-part-1

TCW 178 - The Intellivision Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW178-the-intellivision-part-2

GCE Game Time Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Bf1ShRP0sU

GCE Arcade Time Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sgPMbbyfyw

GCE Sports Time Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9K0Ty5MVr0

GCE Chase N Counter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeXaPOwrPq4

GCE Space N Counter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXaBH2hVnZ4

TCW 009 - The History of Mediagenic Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW009-history-of-mediagenic-part-1

TCW 010 - The History of Mediagenic Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW010-history-of-mediagenic-part-ii

TCW 225 - Games By Apollo: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW225-games-by-apollo

Towering Inferno (Atari): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9E4xYtUmqE

Entombed (Atari): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6D21cBQ8zPI

TCW 080 - Vector Lights: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW080-vector-lights

TCW 133 - Rolling Dice With The Parker Brothers: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW133-rolling-dice-with-the-parker-brothers
Mine Storm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jPFGKVyD6E

Starhawk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjv6lnt98zY

Solar Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzPwfY82Aok

Rip Off: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d-fcGnMpI8

Space Wars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTxl8WAr2WI

Armor Attack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAShNvM8I9U

Blitz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qend3Al4Rw

Star Trek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gzrsb5c8dB4

Cosmic Chasm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkaDXjOKMv0

Cosmic Chasm (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-9ZRSs2ATU

Berzerk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tarHYgKekeI
Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tDBZwoiblQ

Hyperchase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvHKW7dnIUs

Clean Sweep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2jpYm6ZwIs

Vectrek Accessories: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9LLEJ63_Rw

Star Castle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29ZYcNK_Fe4

Spinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpT29NOsASw

Fortress of Narzod: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYiWPBljWHk

Spike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNsyOWHQ71s

Pole Position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxKt4iZgRc

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 261 - StarFox

Before Star Fox, there was a developer in Britain building copy protection tools, a dinner party that opened the right door, and a Game Boy prototype game that could do something it was never supposed to do. Jez San's Argonaut Software caught Nintendo's attention at CES and was invited to Japan. The meeting led to a two million dollar deal to build a custom chip to bring real 3D to the SNES. A team of Argonaut programmers moved to Japan and worked alongside Shigeru Miyamoto and Katsuya Eguchi to build one of the most technically ambitious games on the system. The Super FX chip made it possible, and a Kyoto fox shrine gave it its identity. Star Fox sold well, but its late arrival in the SNES lifecycle meant a nearly completed Star Fox 2 was shelved and not released until the SNES Classic. The collaboration that made it all possible did not end on the warmest terms. Nintendo retained some of Argonaut's programmers, and San walked away feeling the partnership had given Nintendo far more than it had given Argonaut.

TCW 017 - The British 8-bit Computer Market - Hardware: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW017-the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware

TCW 018 - The British 8-bit Computer Market - Software: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW018-the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software

TCW 049 - Old and Elite: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW049-old-and-elite

Skyline Attack (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXb1IlVOTVM

Star Wars (Atari - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJv94FPRddA

StarGlider (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0nxTSc-4os
TCW - 130: Uncle Clive's Radionics: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW130-uncle-clives-radionics
TCW 131 - Sir Clive of ZX: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW131-sir-clive-of-zx

Sinclair C5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjiiayrKiuk

Micro Men: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXBxV6-zamM

TCW 244 - The History of Commodore Pt 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW244-the-history-of-commodore-pt-1

TCW 245 - The History of Commodore Pt 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW245-the-history-of-commodore-pt-2

TCW 246 - The History of Commodore Pt 3: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW246-the-history-of-commodore-pt-3

TCW 247 - The History of Commodore Pt 4: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW247-the-history-of-commodore-pt-4

Nintendo president Yamauchi gives a speech at Spaceworld 95: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3V8tUea4Hbs&t=36s
TCW 198 - The History of Handheld Games Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW198-the-history-of-handheld-games-part-1
TCW 199 - The History of Handheld Games Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW199-the-history-of-handheld-games-part-2

TCW 200 - The History of Handheld Games Part 3: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW200-the-history-of-handheld-games-part-3

Pilotwings (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A1hX1rGRfY

X (Game Boy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LETr1NoteMM

Scmuplations - Star Fox 1993 Developer Interview: https://shmuplations.com/starfox/

Starblade (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqWhFddNopM

Starglider 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sg3uQM83dl8

Thunderbirds S1E1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLiH4xrCITI

Starfox SNES Box Art: https://gamesdb.launchbox-app.com/games/images/1659-star-fox

Fushimi Inari Shrine: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3915.html
StarFox Coms (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkjR_9WVAHc
Starfox Prototype: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rsRTCExBLA
StarFox (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EkVHxE0Y8I

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 260 - Vivendi Electric Boogaloo

How does a Canadian liquor company end up owning Universal Studios and, eventually, help create Activision Blizzard? Seagram chased diversification as liquor sales softened, tried to take over Conoco, and instead wound up with a 25% stake in DuPont that generated most of its earnings. Edgar Bronfman Jr. sold that stake to buy MCA from Matsushita, inheriting a mismanaged Universal. He then doubled down on music with a $10.6 billion PolyGram deal just as Napster, the dot com bubble, and changing listening habits blew up the old record business model. With media stocks riding high, the rest of the Bronfman family wanted out, and Jean-Marie Messier at Vivendi stepped in, using Canal+ and an all‑stock transaction to fold Seagram into Vivendi and create Vivendi Universal. On the games side, Havas Interactive and the former CUC and Cendant software assets were combined with Universal’s own games business, including the franchises of Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon, under a new label: Vivendi Universal Games. Then the bubble burst, Vivendi’s debt and deceptive cash accounting caught up with Messier, and he was forced out, leaving his successors to sell assets and manage the fallout. Inside the games group, Blizzard’s success defined the division, culminating in World of Warcraft’s launch and the later decision to combine Vivendi’s games business with Activision. That deal created Activision Blizzard, gave Vivendi a way to tap cash when its telecom business went bad, and set the stage for Activision Blizzard's eventual separation from Vivendi. Vivendi made one last, mostly unsuccessful push into games through moves on Ubisoft and the takeover of Gameloft.

TCW 064 - Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW064-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1
TCW 065 - Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW065-the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2

TCW 114 - The Wizards of Sir-Tech: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW114-the-wizards-of-sir-tech

TCW 115 - The Return of the Sdraziw of Sir Tech: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW115-the-return-of-the-sdraziw-of-sir-tech

TCW 251 - Virgin Games: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW251-virgin-games

TCW 184 - A Very Naughty Dog Pt 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW184-a-very-naughty-dog-pt-1

TCW 185 - A Very Naughty Dog Pt 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW185-a-very-naughty-dog-pt-2

Spyro the Dragon (PSX): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrVKjNR0-SE

Crash Bandicoot (PSX): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HtPF0ers1w

TCW 162 - Spinnaker Software: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW162-spinnaker-software
TCW 071 - A Story of Brøderbund: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW071-a-story-of-broderbund

TCW 072 - The Mysteries of Brøderbund: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW072-the-mysteries-of-broderbund
TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW039-on-line-systems

TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW040-sierra-on-line

TCW 221 - North to Hellgate London: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW221-north-to-hellgate-london

TCW 249 - New World Computing: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW249-new-world-computing

TCW 055 - Blizzard Hellfire and the World of Warcraft: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW055-blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world-of-warcraft

Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment: https://www.amazon.com/Play-Nice-Future-Blizzard-Entertainment/dp/1538725428

Disney's Dreamlight Valley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOuZFZOVLmc

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 259 - A Cendant to Vivendi

CUC International looked like a company that never missed. Quarter after quarter, just barely beating estimates, right up until the moment Henry Silverman got access to their books and found out why. When a new customer signed up, CUC booked a full year of revenue immediately, even though billing was monthly. If that customer left before the year was up, CUC never corrected the books. The money just stayed there. Perfectly functional assets were declared worthless on paper, with the supposed losses paid off using money from merger funds. That same merger money was then counted again as incoming revenue, making the company look larger and more profitable than it was. Over $500 million in income that never existed. Walter Forbes was forced to resign and was eventually convicted of the largest accounting scandal of the time. Cendant realized the software and games division itself had been part of the machinery. They sold it to French media company Havas. That sale landed in the orbit of Vivendi, a sprawling conglomerate that had started as a 19th century French waterworks company. Its CEO Jean-Marie Messier had bigger things in mind. AOL had just merged with Time Warner, and Messier was not going to watch an American walled garden of films, music, and games swallow the market he wanted to own.

TCW 258 - The Shenanigans of CUC Software: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW258-the-shenanigans-of-cuc-software

TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW039-on-line-systems

TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW040-sierra-on-line

TCW 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and Warcraft: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW054-blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft
TCW 055 - Blizzard: Hellfire and the World… of WarCraft: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW055-blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world-of-warcraft

TCW 219 - Diablo 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW219-diablo-1
TCW 220 - Diablo 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW220-diablo-2

TCW 221 - North to Hellgate London: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW221-north-to-hellgate-london

TCW 230 - Crafting the World of WarCraft: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW230-crafting-the-world-of-warcraft
Space Jam Website: https://www.spacejam.com/1996/

The Digital Antiquarian - The End of Sierra as We Knew It - Part 1 - The Acquisition: https://www.filfre.net/2025/04/the-end-of-sierra-as-we-knew-it-part-1-the-acquisition/

The Digital Antiquarian - The End of Sierra as We Knew It - Part 2 - The Scandal: https://www.filfre.net/2025/04/the-end-of-sierra-as-we-knew-it-part-2-the-scandal/

The Digital Antiquarian - The End of Sierra as We Knew It - Part 3 - The Dog Days of Oakhurst: https://www.filfre.net/2025/05/the-end-of-sierra-as-we-knew-it-part-3-the-dog-days-of-oakhurst/

The Digital Antiquarian - The End of Sierra as We Knew It - Part 4 - Chainsaw Monday: https://www.filfre.net/2025/05/the-end-of-sierra-as-we-knew-it-part-4-chainsaw-monday/

TCW 139 - Tec Toy and Brazil: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW139-tec-toy-and-brazil

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 258 - The Shenanigans of CUC Software

Walter Forbes built CUC International from Comp-U-Card, a phone-in discount shopping club that cut out the middleman with a small markup and annual fee, not unlike a proto-Amazon Prime. As computer networks like CompuServe, Prodigy, and GEnie rose, CUC pivoted online and Forbes set his sights on the games business, joining the Sierra On-Line board and buying out Ken Williams and Davidson and Associates for a combined 1.7 billion dollars in stock swaps. Despite promises to Williams that he would not be secondary to a competitor, Bob Davidson of Davidson and Associates ended up running the software division, and when Davidson discovered something troubling enough to dump his stock and left. The cracks were beginning to show. Williams tried to take over, was not given the time of day, and eventually left. Forbes meanwhile pursued a merger with Henry Silverman's HFS, a hospitality giant owning Days Inn, Ramada, Howard Johnson, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and Avis, forming the new conglomerate Cendant. The true depth of the shenanigans were only starting to show. How could a company consistently just barely beat analyst/market estimates?

Comp-U-Card News Brief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6H5mdSHyNQ

Credit Card Impression Machines: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/S5c2mA1cnv4

New Innovations in Credit Cards (1985): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TBD8HTssRA

The Simpsons - The Truth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Nc88_ZEfxg

TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW039-on-line-systems

TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW040-sierra-on-line

Word Attack (PC-DOS 1983): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJf13H9Wbnk

Math Blaster (PC-DOS 1983): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKi_g0g8EWQ

TCW 162 - Spinnaker Software: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW162-spinnaker-software

TCW 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and Warcraft: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW054-blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft

TCW 071 - A story of Brøderbund!: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW071-a-story-of-broderbund

TCW 072 - The MYSTeries of Brøderbund! - : https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW072-the-mysteries-of-broderbund

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 257 - Nine Atari Games

The Atari VCS launched with nine games to entice consumers into the new gaming medium, and Combat set the trend of packing multiple "games" into a single cartridge. Featuring a wide array of game modes, Combat holds its own even today and served as the console's official tie-in title. Atari's partnership with Sears, however, rebranded all but one of the launch titles under different names, including Target Fun, released elsewhere as Air-Sea Battle. Many of the launch games carried multiple modes to stretch their value, and even these early titles pulled clever tricks to push past the VCS's five sprite limit. To justify the console's cost to families, Atari aimed squarely at adults with Blackjack while also including the educational game Basic Math. While many of these early titles were forgotten as more advanced games arrived over the course of the Atari VCS's life, their influence on a foundational system cannot be disputed.

Atari Archive: https://www.atariarchives.org/

Atari Archive (Youtube): https://www.youtube.com/c/AtariArchive

Combat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNtI90yiOOU

Air-Sea Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0l0AQ5LuvQM

Video Olympics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rie4hsUeDuA

Indy 500: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_POr4OdHhiI

Street Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCSYY1kK9so

Star Ship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4zySJ96a4U

Blackjack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nvWBin7_Rc

Basic Math: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lv7T4ya9hcg

Surround: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhZ1wfGLq1w

How to do long form Square Roots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6evC4klO_lI

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW051

TCW 201 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW201

TCW 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW202

TCW 009 - History of Mediagenic Part 1: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW009

TCW 010 - History of Mediagenic Part 2: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW010

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 256 - Cinemaware

Bob Jacob launched Cinemaware to fuse movies and video games on Amiga, hiring journalist Kellyn Beeck to design Defender of the Crown's medieval themes. Programmer John Cutter led in-house development after massive outside studio delays, tapping coder R.J. Michael for an intense programming marathon to barely hit deadline and make Defender the Amiga's killer app. Lone coders followed with Doug Sharp's janky Macintosh hypercard-style King of Chicago and Bill Williams' Sinbad, creator of Mind Walker. Licensed properties piled on, Rocket Ranger, Three Stooges, and Lords of the Rising Sun, plus TV Sports Football that inspired EA Sports' empire. Jacob chased Academy Award glory with a 1927 Wings adaptation you couldn't lose, featuring a story told by WWI pilot journals where downed fliers were memorialized via an end credits roll. With poor Amiga reception in the US, loyalty to the system cost them dearly. Pivots to consoles like obscure View-Master Interactive Vision and failed TurboGrafx-16 prevented a PC shift. Amid financial difficulties, Jacob sold Cinemaware in parts after just five years.

TCW 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW082

TCW 246 - The History of Commodore Pt 3: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW246

Kellyn Beeck - Atari Battlezone for the U.S. Army: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ppv5B6Lwcc

Kellyn Beeck - The Pac-Man Zone: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ClEuynw--YQ

Kellyn Beeck - Final Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfW6h1_yrvY

Commodore Power Play Issue 13 (Page 66 - Who Will Design The Perfect Game? - by Kellyn Beeck): https://archive.org/details/commodore-power-play-13/page/n67/mode/2up

TCW 094 - Epyx not Epic: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW094

Defender of the Crown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1qqoczc0m8

SDI (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLOAkpOKWno

The King of Chicago (Macintosh): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2Oi6a68MqE

The King of Chicago (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLaDhmIdvcs

Mind Walker (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NygI9u_10Vs
Sinbad and the Throne of the Falcon (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flpTfx0jaMw

The Three Stooges (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAu-XvxV3zs

Rocket Ranger (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6vIHcxGyIA

Lords of the Rising Sun (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAfMrJ3rpSw

TV Sports Football (TurboGrafx 16): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKYCgHhHquM

TV Sports Basketball (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gdIRB-6s_k

Wings (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL-qtxNgoHU

Wings (1927 Film): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Jf7Qn1IJsY

View-Master Interactive Vision (Sesame Street): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7ZciCfgjmg

View-Master Interactive Vision (Muppets - You're the Director): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i56ym5vZpQU

View-Master Interactive Vision (Disney Interactive Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31QN5aT_RHw

Green Eyed Lady by Sugarloaf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYbmls7c8EM
Aspen Interactive Movie Map: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf6LkqgXPMU

TCW 042 - Laser Craze: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW042

Them! (1954 Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4URRp39XOo

It Came From the Desert (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8LaMMSEs5Q

It Came From the Desert (Turbo Grafx 16): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVFQXnukUvQ

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 255 - The Elder Scrolls: Morrowind

After Arena and Daggerfall's triumphs, Julian LeFay's Battlespire spinoff marked his last hand in the Elder Scrolls universe. Amid conflicts while working on other projects, LeFay left. Ted Peterson had already departed after Daggerfall. This left Bethesda Softworks with none of the original creators for the next Elder Scrolls. Development stalled amid Bethesda turmoil, spawning Redguard which introduced the Pocket Guide to the Empire, an unreliable in-universe narrator that sowed mystery and deep worldbuilding for Tamriel's forged empire. New lead Todd Howard ditched procedural generation for handcrafted openness where everything interacted. Morrowind featured quests like the falling wizard and pantsless Hentus, hiding logical lore amid hundreds of books blending mythology, humor, and misdirection. Morrowind launched on PC and Xbox at a dire hour for Bethesda. It's make-or-break success rescued the studio from probable collapse in a dark time.

The Elder Scrolls Legend - Battlespire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bk9uKElPCJQ

Pensacola Wings of Gold (S1E1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDVuiLIKLAE

The Elder Scrolls Adventures - Redguard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7-Hup8Pqms

The Terminator - Skynet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WD4ZLkbnDCA

Pocket Guide to the Empire (1st Edition): https://i.4pcdn.org/tg/1393284074508.pdf
RCW 144 - Ascension into the Black Gate: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW144

The-Spolier.com: https://the-spoiler.com/RPG/New.World.Computing/Might..magic.6.html
Might & Magic VI - Solution by J Pike: https://rpggamers.com/walkthrough/might-magic-vi-mandate-of-heaven
Might & Magic VI - Solution by Mike Marcelais: https://rpggamers.com/walkthrough/might-and-magic-vi-solution

Morrowind - A Falling Wizard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWVKMMxCgY4

Morrowind - Hentus Needs Pants: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSSv1mcI_GM

The Elder Scrolls - Morrowind: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVFyDmd9RsA
Morrowind Map: https://en.uesp.net/maps/mwmap/mwmap.html

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 254 - The Elder Scrolls: Arena & Daggerfall

Bethesda Softworks, founded in 1985 by Christopher Weaver with sports titles like Gridiron and Wayne Gretzky Hockey along with licenses like The Terminator, pivoted to RPGs. Demo scene legend Julian LeFay hired Vijay Lakshman as designer and buffer to management so LeFay could focus on games. Together they birthed The Elder Scrolls: Arena, a gladiator combat simulator that morphed, nine months into a 13-month development cycle, into a first-person 3D epic inspired by Ultima Underworld. Arena evolved from a combat management game to a full RPG with a procedurally generated world, unique races like Argonians and Khajiit, and a plot to topple the wizard Tharn. With the second game, LeFay, challenged by Sandy Petersen's claim that CRPGs could never match tabletop RPGs, made Daggerfall a massive world the size of Great Britain: 15,000 cities, towns, and dungeons; 44 regions; 100 factions; skill leveling based on what players actually did; and reputation grinds to unlock quests and plot. Ted Peterson, who took over lead design after Lakshman left, wove a complex plot with gray themes, diverse motivations, and moral quandaries into a simulator packed with layered systems rather than pure RPG simplicity. It sold out the initial run, hit 700,000 units, and became Bethesda's best game yet, bringing fresh air to a fallow RPG era!

TCW 156 - Madden for Some Football: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/episodes/TCW156

Gridiron (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0q7sc_T3FU

Wayne Gretzky Hockey (NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1Apj9IRcpQ

Tell Me Your Name (Russia Heat): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYpcZ2NfMYU

(Explicit) Sodan & Magician 42 - TechTech (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mB5CujcTN8A

Terminator 2029 (PC/DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-PBi-N1hQo

Flesh+Blood (Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVyLe-k16gw

Jason And The Argonauts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq4requMqvY

Khajit/Khajiit Has Wares: https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/khajiit-khajiit-has-wares

Ultima Underworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee4PUcpGSn8

The Elder Scrolls: Arena (Box Art): https://bigboxcollection.com/TESArena.3DBox

The Elder Scrolls: Arena: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjEn6ETA7EM

What Do You Do With a B.A. in English? (Avenue Q): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYenQEjvlD0

Walk Across the Entire Map in Dragonfall Unity (Timelapse 512x): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xTvdK88cww

The Elder Scrolls: Daggerfall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpX5y6jiafg

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

BlueSky: @theycreateworlds.bsky.social

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 253 - Masanobu Endō

Masanobu Endō is one of Japan's most important game designers, yet remains relatively unknown in the West. Starting from an uncertain role at Namco, he first made his mark by turning Dig Dug play notes into an official strategy booklet, then shifted into programming work where he learned from Namco's maze games, including Pac-Man. Assigned as a programmer on Xevious, he stepped into the lead role when the original planner left, pushing for a coherent world where every enemy and structure had a purpose in a larger mythology. The secrets, patterns, and hidden elements he built into Xevious encouraged dedicated players to map routes, chase glitches, and hunt for new techniques in a way that feels very similar to how modern communities approach speedrunning and score optimization today. Endō then expanded these ideas in The Tower of Druaga, fusing Dungeons and Dragons style dungeon crawling with Babylonian and Sumerian myth, cryptic treasure requirements, and a real ending instead of an endless loop. The result helped shape how Japanese designers approached action adventure, including early thinking around what would become "The Legend of Zelda."

A Super Basic Summary of Gundam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16tDMkmZKiA

Blockade (Gremlin 1976): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUacA8Dj3BY

Atari Football (Atari Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_ZOtqMWHoU

Battlezone (Atari Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdfKy4c7yuc

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

TCW 116 - The Atari Games You Are Looking For: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-atari-games-you-are-looking-for/

Dig Dug (Atari): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8ZD7VCiBes

Pole Position (Atari/Namco): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeYZGtwydIA

Learn Assembly in 10 minutes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6S5KRJv-7RU

Scramble (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2p08J-AK-BE

Galga (Stupidly Explained): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pE2SbPgzd0

Space Runaway Ideon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYI251fFCAY

The Nazca Lines (SciShow): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EILw-mKefew
The Nazca Lines Part 1 (Astonishing Legends): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYIUJuFj9h8

The Nazca Lines Part 2 (Astonishing Legends): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1F9UMJcSCRg
Xevious (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Stjrz3CM8R4

Haruomi Hosono - Video Game Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO7qAggk6-I&list=PL4NXUZspQ7Bxi8nsNylZBWBK392FgMlAT
Xevious (Famicom): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_bS_SAzknk

Dungeons & Dragons ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hJdhL1Ni_w

Pac Man Ghosts: https://www.reddit.com/r/FanTheories/comments/1136hi/pac_man_post_from_rgaming_i_thought_it_belonged/

Tower of Druaga (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCCGIP4SifE

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 252 - A Guitar Hero

The rise and fall of the Guitar Hero franchise and the rhythm game craze of the mid to late 2000s. Red Octane got its start making Dance Dance Revolution pads, but a partnership with Harmonix Music Systems, a studio building technology that let people interact with music without learning an instrument, led to the creation of Guitar Hero. Major retailers refused to carry it until Best Buy set up in-store demo units that sent sales skyrocketing, and Red Octane could barely keep up with demand. The franchise's success drew corporate attention: Activision acquired Red Octane, MTV Networks acquired Harmonix, and a lingering dispute between Activision and Viacom over the Star Trek license split the partnership in two, giving Activision Guitar Hero and Harmonix Rock Band. Both landed blockbuster bands from Aerosmith to the Beatles, but an endless flood of sequels and add-ons saturated the market, and what once felt like a cultural phenomenon burned out almost as fast as it arrived.

TCW 167 - Activision and Kotick Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/activision-and-kotick-part-1/

TCW 168 - Activision and Kotick Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/activision-and-kotick-part-2/

TCW 169 - Activision and Kotick Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/activision-and-kotick-part-3/

Dance Dance Revolution (PSX): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2IammLWeNE

TCW 052 - The Many Faces of Konami: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-many-faces-of-konami/
Guitar Freaks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-gDC1VXqqM

PaRappa The Rapper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3SI4Grases

Tribe on Conan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLrA00pKRHo

Bimini Run (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-e1QdtG3YOE

System Shock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-e1QdtG3YOE
Thief - The Dark Project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zH_6ER0-voQ

Simpsons - I can See the Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyNtUpMeBTE

Frequency (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Z7n36dozeY

Amplitude (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goH4ygJ48_c

Karaoke Revolution - Drive - Incubus (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ-yIxE9-hg

The NES Hotseat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvws5tOHsEE

AntiGrav for EyeToy (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9FheIXFrWc

Guitar Hero 1 IGN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQW2MGFY-us

Guitar Hero 1 (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slJA7xwDRWk

Guitar Hero 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQAUCBDU4Qg

Guitar Hero 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elOxCIpg4rI

Rock Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AavdHq3pemQ

GH3 - DragonForce - Through the Fire and Flames: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMkjmiVo6jA

Rock Band - The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PGF3uAYCW0

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.comD

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 251 - Virgin Games

As a companion piece to our Mastertronic episode, we look at the rise and fall of Virgin Games. Beginning with Richard Branson’s mail-order record business and the success of Virgin Records, the company expanded into games under executive Nick Alexander, whose interest in the industry led to the creation of a Virgin gaming subsidiary. Early successes included the Dan Dare series and computer adaptations of board games. In 1987 Virgin took a stake in Mastertronic, and in 1988 fully acquired the company, gaining both its budget software business and its role in the SEGA Master System launch. From there Virgin Games developed into two distinct arms. In Europe, the company focused on distribution, bringing major publishers and licenses into the region. In the United States, Virgin built on Mastertronic’s development studio, centering on strong talent and overlooked licenses, producing titles such as Spot, Cool Spot, Global Gladiators, and later major Disney games including Aladdin and The Lion King. On PC, the company found success with The 7th Guest and through the acquisition of Westwood Studios, gaining Command and Conquer. Virgin Games also had a hand in publishing Dune and Dune II. In the mid-1990s the Virgin Group began seeking a buyer, leading to Blockbuster’s acquisition of Virgin Interactive, which soon placed the company under Viacom following the Paramount merger. Heavy corporate debt and shifting priorities resulted in the sale of Westwood to Electronic Arts. What remained was largely a European distribution business that later entered an agreement with Interplay and was ultimately acquired by Titus Interactive. After the collapse of the dot-com bubble, mounting debt forced Titus to shutter the company, and in 2005 Virgin Interactive quietly disappeared

TCW 105 - The Big Voice of Magnavox: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-big-voice-of-magnavox/

TCW 106 - The Small Voice of Magnavox: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-small-voice-of-magnavox/

TCW 026 - The Magnavox Odyssey: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-odyssey/

TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/
Mike Oldfield - Tubular Bells (Live BBC 1973): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbYQYOM66MA

Dan Dare - Pilot of the Future (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUEDOu5ewIQ

Dan Dare II - Mekons` Revenge (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Lheo_ao8K4

Dan Dare III - The Escape (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IK62NSaE75s

Monopoly - Virgin Games (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=un6iagpCwWw

Spot - The Video Game (NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8Ezmf6z3kM

7-Up Spot Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubNTMHqz6_c

TCW 229 - US Gold: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/us-gold/

TCW 023 - The Complete Tetris Story: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-complete-tetris-story/

Lure of the Temptress (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwSS5zA74jQ

Jimmy White's Whirlwind Snooker (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Pr3IsnqxGs

Cannon Fodder (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFP8WUrBVHc

Previous High Scores C&C Ad: https://www.reddit.com/r/OldSchoolRidiculous/comments/x1k61n/could_you_even_imagine_if_westwood_studios/

Robin Hood Prince of Thieves (NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_1AGDZiLVY

Robin Hood Men in Tights - English Accent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9tEH7iWOyk

Global Gladiators (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy9_-iEdXAA

Cool Spot (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTROI2ODRM4

Aladin (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngqx0rq7ACg

The Jungle Book (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BivK2swrtqM

Aladin (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9m2gAuWkOY

The Lion King (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-U4RObki-k

TCW 194 - The 7th Guest: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-7th-guest/

The 7th Guest (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45Z-Q5KVTyI

The Legend of Kyrandia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO6BE4HOjnM

TCW 208 - Two Dunes the Battle for Arrakis: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/two-dunes-the-battle-for-arrakis/

TCW 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/an-unlikely-pairing-of-siliwood/

TCW 064 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1/

TCW 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2/

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 250 - Mastertronic

From budget software publisher to the gateway for SEGA’s entry into Europe, we look at the rise and fall of Mastertronic. Initially shunned by high street retailers, the company found success supplying discount games to chains like Woolworths while importing and reselling titles from other publishers for the European market. A failed attempt to bring budget games to the United States pushed Mastertronic to look toward consoles after seeing the success of the Nintendo Entertainment System, but Nintendo rejected them due to their low-cost reputation. This led to a partnership with SEGA to launch the Master System in the United Kingdom, but a delayed release after Christmas triggered a financial crisis that forced Virgin to buy out the rest of the company. As Virgin Mastertronic, the firm gained a foothold in France and Germany while struggling with limited SEGA supply. The story ends when SEGA acquired the console side of the business and created SEGA Europe, closing the final chapter on Mastertronic.

TCW 017 - The British 8-bit Computer Market Hardware: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW 018 - The British 8-bit Computer Market Software: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

TCW 241 - The First 10 Years of European Consoles: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-first-10-years-of-european-consoles/

Vagas Jackpot (VIC-20): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKFzNnx_m-U

BMX Racers (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZenav7tN08

Ghostbusters (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qH18r74ZOto

Way of the Exploding Fist (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p51xOL0NdY

Alians (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8D7Q2lfBA6g

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 249 - New World Computing

We look at the rise and fall of New World Computing through the career of Jon Van Caneghem. Coming from the era of the lone programmer as the industry shifted toward larger development houses, Jon built Might and Magic into one of the most influential RPG franchises of its time. We trace the evolution of the series from its early focus on quest driven gameplay, early auto mapping, and the introduction of features like quest logs and reactive character portraits. Along the way, New World Computing briefly experimented with board games, returning to video games with King’s Bounty, a title that would later be reimagined as Heroes of Might and Magic after a marketing push to leverage the stronger Might and Magic name. We examine the company’s shifting publishing relationships, struggles with distribution, and eventual acquisition by the 3DO Company. While Heroes of Might and Magic III brought major success, pressure from 3DO led to rushed releases, excessive expansions, and declining quality across both franchises. As Might and Magic moved into 3D and real time combat, development resources became increasingly strained. The episode closes with the collapse of 3DO, failed efforts to spin off New World Computing, and the quiet end of a studio that helped define computer role playing games.

Dedicated to Ember - Beloved cat, and producer of the show. Oct 2008 - Dec 2025.

Darkside of Xeen Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cPFL0NfsRg

Ultima I (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zI5ypVUk_wk

Wizardry (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJhMpPnnXMo

New World Computing Logos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g647Hk4UHkc

Star Trek - Terren Empire Logo: https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Terran_Empire

Simpsons - The Shinning Bard & Willie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kddzyds4fGo

Might and Magic - Advertisements: https://www.mobygames.com/game/1619/might-and-magic-book-one-secret-of-the-inner-sanctum/promo/group-56698/image-479480/

Might and Magic Book 1 Secret of the Inner Sanctum (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0airoGX9xk

The CRPG Addict - Might and Magic Book One: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2010/07/game-19-might-magic-i.html

The CRPG Addict - Might and Magic Won!: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2010/07/might-magic-won.html

The CRPG Addict - Might and Magic Final Ranking: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2010/07/might-magic-final-ranking.html

The Digital Antiquarian - Might and Magic: https://www.filfre.net/2021/12/might-and-magic/

Simpsons - Finding 20 Dollars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZch40U9Bfk

Might and Magic Book II - Gates to Another World (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TEz9KlDaZY

Star Trek Trailer for S3E08 - The World is Hollow and I Have Touched the Sky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T70fEIAsDE0

Nuclear War (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqSHQp-RsRE

Star Fleet Battles (Task Force Games): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXoRauMyzfk

Tunnels and Trolls (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXtB08H2yqw

Titan - First Look (Avalon Hill): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65ltwXWfO9I

Titan - Gameplay (Avalon Hill): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSXIM6R4VYQ

King's Bounty (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnWYfBauwh4

Might and Magic III: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SY7oOwU5WIs&list=PLuiwX2gLmzqNtcsOv5AOh9pIg25lX8OAD

Planet's Edge (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU5xpWdonmU

Might and Magic - Clouds of Xeen (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGGE-kPwZFI

Might and Magic - Darkside of Xeen - Speedrun (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VgBR8-BCos

Spaceward Ho! (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZ8ExG1_HMY

Empire Deluxe (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrzZWdmzolY

Iron Cross (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74q69zR6VjA

Zephyr (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VycrjZ5dkRs

Heroes of Might and Magic (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQSouS2y4Yg&list=PLic3HXuw97t4Wv5su8gNMqhI1ndNO3Olb

SSI - Panzer General (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG5TcIZfu50

Heroes of Might and Magic II (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g42gSMad09Y

Might and Magic VI - Mandate of Heaven (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pfr3I_N5cMw

Heroes of Might and Magic III: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSaac_TqXRw&list=PLic3HXuw97t62UA75v3t_EpTiA5CfXARm

Might and Magic VII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuGvXM5p-RM

Might and Magic VIII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXZhuHYJVB0

Legends of Might and Magic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnuSWgV-QaU

Heroes of Might and Magic IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUfjckaGezc

Might and Magic IX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzTI_LbC0HE

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 248 - An Act of Control

We look at Japan’s Act on Control and Improvement of Amusement Business and its impact on the arcade industry in Japan. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, video games became increasingly popular in Japan, drawing public concern over how much time and money players were spending in game centers. With little cultural context for games as entertainment, many assumed there must be some form of gambling or prize element involved, leading to growing moral panic. These concerns culminated in a 1985 amendment to an existing law that brought game centers under strict regulation. We examine the role of industry trade groups during this period, including the NRO, an operators organization that supported regulation under the belief it would disadvantage large arcades while leaving smaller venues such as department store rooftops and grocery stores unaffected. That assumption proved incorrect. At the same time, JAMA, representing manufacturers, organized its own operator segment to counter the NRO’s influence. Because the law was written broadly, regulators were left to define what qualified as a controlled amusement, resulting in a chilling effect on arcades across Japan. These regulations reshaped the industry and pushed many companies to shift their focus toward home consoles and other markets.

TCW 008 - Birth of the Japanese Game Center: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/birth-of-the-japanese-game-center/

Act on Control and Improvement of Amusement Business: https://www.japaneselawtranslation.go.jp/en/laws/view/4234/en

Abroad in Japan - Pachinko - Japan's Biggest Gaming Obsession: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tBy2jemw4s
Masumi Akagi - "It Started with Pong": https://www.amazon.co.jp/%E3%81%9D%E3%82%8C%E3%81%AF%E3%80%8C%E3%83%9D%E3%83%B3%E3%80%8D%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E5%A7%8B%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F-%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%BC%E3%83%89TV%E3%82%B2%E3%83%BC%E3%83%A0%E3%81%AE%E6%88%90%E3%82%8A%E7%AB%8B%E3%81%A1-%E8%B5%A4%E6%9C%A8%E7%9C%9F%E6%BE%84/dp/4990251202

Rotamint - "Royal Super": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRPBQ2cwAas

Rotomint - Jackpot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgrmntnQfP4

TCW 077 - Invading Taito Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-1/

TCW 078 - Invading Taito Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2/

TCW 195 - Finding Video Game Copyright: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/finding-video-game-copyright
Sun Electronics - The Guiness: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsJHEJHTU1M

Fred Rogers Congress Public Funding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKy7ljRr0AA

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 247 - The History of Commodore Pt 4

The final chapter of our Commodore series covers the company’s chaotic decline. After early success with the Amiga line, internal conflict grew under President Tom Rattigan, who wanted to focus on the low end with the Amiga 500 while Irving Gould pushed for high end systems like the Amiga 2000. Missed deadlines and a failed boardroom challenge led to Rattigan’s firing and Gould taking direct control. When IRS tax issues forced Gould to step back, Mahdi Ali became President and began reorganizing engineering. Ali hired Bill Sydnes from the IBM PC team, who also had a hand in the failure of the PC Jr, to evaluate and streamline development. Gould continued to cycle executives in pursuit of short term stock gains, which weakened Commodore as it chased conflicting markets. Cost cutting turned the popular Amiga 500 into the poorly received A600, though the later A1200 fared better. Ali moved manufacturing to the Philippines after shutting down facilities in Hong Kong and Germany, but production was disrupted by the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption. Commodore finally collapsed and went bankrupt in 1994, ending one of the most turbulent stories in personal computing.

Pepsi Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkPjteYv4YI

Pepsi Challenge 1978: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEXEdibXSak

New Coke Conspiracy: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HJ_6wewbDjk

Amiga 1000 & Sidecar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPfArIhoy0s

Amiga 2000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=he_p8A7A1aU

Amiga 2000 HD Professional Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keG2KdQHC6s

Amiga 500 Bundles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bc5gpyA6SjQ

Amiga 500 Batman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iM2SCzt73s0

Amiga 500 Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVZrL4k1los

Commodore C65: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoHxDe3Gc9E

Leonard Nimoy Laserdisc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ5msrmf5Tw

Amiga 3000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzA5AhH1mbw

History of the Amiga 1992 Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zq1s77nzpYk

Amiga 600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5svNq2grTEU

Amiga 500 vs Amiga 1200: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFh4zuNUyMg

Amiga CDTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQW6upDCRFI

Mount Pinatubo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjDDdYM4x0s

Planer Computer Graphics: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Planar_(computer_graphics)

Amiga CD32: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJU4TZhj0e8

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 246 - The History of Commodore Pt 3

After Jack Tramiel left Commodore and founded Tramel Technology, the company pressed on with mixed results. Systems like the SX 64, the C900, the Plus/4, the C16, and the C116 failed to gain traction, which led to the development of the C128. It improved on the C64 in many ways, but because so many games relied on C64 quirks, Commodore included a full C64 mode to preserve compatibility, so software support was poor. During this period Amiga was shopping its advanced chipset and entered a tentative agreement with Atari, but Jack’s impending purchase of Atari from Warner disrupted the arrangement. Commodore stepped in to pay off the outstanding note, which led to Commodore acquiring Amiga outright. This set the stage for the Amiga 1000, its famous bouncing ball demo, and a new chapter in Commodore’s history as the company entered the sixteen bit era

TCW 2025 Livestream: https://youtu.be/BXXAhEVD4Lk

Computer Chronicles Revisited - SMOliva: https://computerchronicles.blog/post/computer-chronicles-revisited-038-atari-520st-commodore-128/

Computer Chronicles Revisited - SMOliva: https://computerchronicles.blog/post/computer-chronicles-revisited-052-amiga-workbench-deluxe-paint-neochrome-vip-professional/

Commodore C900: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbVjNInzrw8

Commodore SX-64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIGjT-RjNbk

Commodore Plus 4 C16 & C116: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICiZbUypMlQ

XKCD - Workflow: https://xkcd.com/1172/

Star Raiders (Atari 8-bit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwqMqmo_jho

Joyboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdFzdz3o1hU

Boing Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlAhRJjOhDg

Amiga 1000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjapiUQOi2s

Launch Event of the Amiga in 1985: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OeQ5uzm-Qs

Amiga 1000 Sidcar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPfArIhoy0s

TCW 172 - The Computer Price Wars Pt 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-price-wars-part-1/

TCW 173 - The Computer Wars Pt 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-2/

TCW 174 - The Computer Wars Pt 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-3/

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 245 - The History of Commodore Pt 2

Commodore’s shift from calculators to computers began with the PET, which found success in Europe as a business machine. After seeing the ZX80 in Britain, Jack Tramiel pushed for an affordable home computer, leading to the VIC-20. Guided by marketing manager Michael S. Tomczyk, Commodore promoted the VIC-20 as “the friendly computer” with William Shatner as spokesman. It first launched in Japan before reaching the United States and Europe, becoming a hit worldwide. Building on that success, Commodore released the C64, featuring the powerful SID sound chip and far more memory than its competitors. Marketed again under Tomczyk’s direction at a price under six hundred dollars, the C64 became one of the best-selling computers of all time, driving Commodore’s revenue past a billion dollars and securing its place in computing history.

TCW 2025 Livestream: https://youtu.be/BXXAhEVD4Lk

TCW 165 - Allied Leisure: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/allied-leisure/

TCW 172 - The Computer Price Wars Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-price-wars-part-1/

TCW 173 - The Computer Price Wars Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-2/

TCW 174 - The Computer Price Wars Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-3/

TCW 130 - Uncle Clive's Radionics: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/uncle-clives-radionics/

TCW 131 - Sir Clive of ZX: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sir-clive-of-zx/

KIM-1 Computer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMxOWngmy8I

The 8-Bit Guy - Commodore PET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eP9y_7it3ZM

The 8-Bit Guy - Commodore VIC-20: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg04GyhS3ss

The 8-Bit Guy - Commodore C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpXFB8ZEH30

Commodore VIC-20 Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak0YU8ymkBc

Wiliam Shatner VIC-20 Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JAU9Ntpoms

Commodore 64 Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd_yiMhu1DM

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 244 - The History of Commodore Pt 1

We kick off our look at Commodore with the story of its founder, Jack Tramiel. A Holocaust survivor who emigrated to the United States, Tramiel began repairing lamps and typewriters before founding a typewriter import business in Toronto. His early success was nearly undone by the Atlantic Acceptance financial scandal, which forced him into partnership with investor Irving Gould. Commodore’s venture into calculators nearly bankrupted the company, but the acquisition of MOS Technology set the stage for its move into computers. This episode explores the corporate maneuvering, twists of fate, and personal drive that shaped Commodore’s early years. Featuring audience input, it’s the start of a lively three-part (and possibly four-part) deep dive into one of computing’s most fascinating companies.

TCW 2025 Livestream: https://youtu.be/BXXAhEVD4Lk

Jack Tramiel 1983 Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5skpKlVOqc

Commodore - A Company On The Edge by Brian Bagnall: https://archive.org/details/commodorecompany0000bagn/page/n1/mode/2up

Computer Chronicles Revisited - SMOliva: https://computerchronicles.blog/post/computer-chronicles-revisited-107-koalapainter-the-wine-steward-skate-or-die-master-composer-keyboard-controlled-sequencer/#the-atlantic-acceptance-scandal-and-irving-goulds-takeover

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 243 - RCA Studio II

The RCA Studio II emerged from the company’s faltering computer division and the vision of engineer Joseph Weisbecker, who had long dreamed of personal computing after reading "Giant Brains or Machines That Think". He developed FRED at home, a TTL-based hobby computer. A later iteration using the COSMAC microprocessor inspired his daughter Joyce, who went onto program Studio II games, and RCA’s forays into coin-op experiments like the Fredotronic. With the development of the CMOS-based COSMAC chip, RCA built trainers like the MicroTutor and kits like the COSMAC ELF, but the Studio II became their entry into the console market. Innovative in concept but hampered by primitive graphics, the system faced FCC challenges delaying release. The console launched in 1977 against the Channel F and Atari VCS, it struggled to find success, though its technology lived on in Taiwan and European licensed systems. Much of its history was later uncovered by researcher Kevin Bunch, which saved the Studio II from being just a footnote in video game history.

Mechanical Televisions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5OANXk-6-w

32 Line Mechanical TCV Popeye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozpBDOBXiPs

TCW 096 - Hello Big Blue: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/hello-big-blue/

TCW 026 - The Magnavox Odyssey: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-odyssey/

RCA Spectra 70: https://d1yx3ys82bpsa0.cloudfront.net/brochures/rca.spectra70.1965.102646099.pdf

Project Gutenberg - Giant Brains or Machines That Think: https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/68991/pg68991-images.html

Radio Electronics - Simon Computer: https://vintagecomputer.net/simon.cfm

Think-a-Dot: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Think-a-Dot

RCA System 00 and FRED: https://www.retrotechnology.com/memship/cosmac_system_00.html

Fredotronic: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2021/10/13/home-to-the-arcade-a-perfect-translation/

RCA MicroTutor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCXQZY8XCK8

Popular Electronics - COSNAC ELF: https://archive.org/details/197608PopularElectronics_20181123

Popular Electronics - COSMAC ELF (Condensed): https://archive.org/details/popular-electronics-cosmac-elf/page/n15/mode/2up

Building a COSMAC ELF: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npvkHmTo_1U

COSMAC VIP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDnufgeONYg

(Atari Archive has examples of all games and many of the things we talk about!)

Atari Archive - EP01 - The Story of RcA FRED and the Studio II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o35y6W9hI-o

Atari Archive - EP02 - The History of RCA's Commercial Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIoi1QAcoY

RCA Studio II: http://videogamekraken.com/rca-studio-ii

RCA Studio II Console Tour & Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJkedjfK4aQ

M-1200 (RCA Studio III): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NstUUSIwUwY

Star Wars (Studio II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FYKkCkNZOY

Pinball (MPT-02 - Studio III): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4b3LO41z7ks

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 242- Fumito Ueda

Fumito Ueda entered game design through art rather than a love of traditional play. Influenced by titles like Flashback and Another World, he sought to tell stories with minimal interfaces and expansive environments rich in mood. After early work on D and Enemy Zero, Sony gave him a trial period that led to ICO, a game shaped by surreal landscapes inspired by Giorgio de Chirico and a hand-holding mechanic to convey emotional connection. ICO struggled in Japan but became a critical hit abroad, influencing games from Uncharted 3, The Last of Us, Dark Souls, and Journey. Ueda expanded his ideas in Shadow of the Colossus, a meditation on cruelty and consequence that inspired epic boss battles in other franchises such as God of War. His long-delayed The Last Guardian explored companionship through a giant creature, though with mixed reception. Now independent, Ueda continues to shape gaming with projects yet to be revealed.

Punch Out (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T8hoeVpdV0

Space Harrier (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEWGnj12GO4

The Legend of Zelda (Famicom Disc System): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsmXV06PwnM

Smash Ping Pong (Famicom): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nd5QSxyG3Z0

Flashback (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNTnRM77XuE

Another World (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLC_Un9lNPw

D's Diner - Director's Cut (3DO): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7G1NuWciEE

Enemy Zero (SEGA Saturn): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmkfgDNihZ0

PaRappa the Rapper (PSX): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97k0Dy8JweM

Prince of Persia (Game Boy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thAmYGc37pA

Virtua Fighter (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7HQ2vspMHA

Hello Pac-Man (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5IOwrutZmM

Lemmings (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuiyFXMjGxA

Chuck Jones - The Evolution of an Artist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHpXle4NqWI

ICO Leap of Faith (PS3): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WWr_7CoIzY

Giorgio de Chirico: https://www.wikiart.org/en/giorgio-de-chirico/all-works

ICO cover - Japan: https://www.mobygames.com/game/5158/ico/cover/group-79093/cover-214724/

Uncharted 3 (PS5): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZFYTHMsLUc

Zelda Twilight Princess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJPhioaehIY

Journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkL94nKSd2M

FEZ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm9XRDlNDK4

The Last of Us (PS3): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJPKTCpL1ws

Prince of Persia - The Sands of Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34s9b6sLMjk

Dark Souls (PS3): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdpdkd2eNmE
ICO (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIzZkGP3SUk

Grand Theft Auto 3 (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZMyBAjQ-QE
Shadow of the Colossus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiB8MEJN-QU

God of War 2 (PS2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Pgks8w-HK8

The Last Guardian (PS4): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6ssIkVxg_k

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 241 - The First 10 Years of European Consoles

The first decade of European consoles began with imports of the Magnavox Odyssey, but soon local experiments took shape. In Spain, the Overkal may have been tied to a possible attempt to bring the Odyssey into the country, though no hard evidence survives, and it is generally treated as a local product. Across Europe, companies like Videomaster in the UK, Zanussi in Italy, and Interton and Grundig in Germany built dedicated ball-and-paddle systems. Many went beyond Pong using discrete logic hardware to support more advanced play, a technical achievement later supplanted by programmable consoles. A key shift came when General Instrument’s Scottish branch developed the “Pong on a Chip,” enabling mass-produced systems like Videomaster’s Superscore and Zanussi’s Play-O-Tronic. By the late 1970s, firms such as Philips, Radofin, and Hanimex moved into programmable systems like the Videopac. The arrival of Atari, Mattel, and other American companies displaced Europe's fragmented but inventive hardware scene, but the North American video game crash killed their systems at the same time European gamers were shifting their focus to home computers.

TCW 105 - The Big Voice of Magnavox: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-big-voice-of-magnavox/

TCW 106 - The Small Voice of Magnavox: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-small-voice-of-magnavox/

TCW 177 - The Intellivision Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-intellivision-part-1/

TCW 178 - The Intellivision Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-intellivision-part-2

TCW 076 - A Fairchild Story: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-fairchild-story/

Overkal: https://prehistoricgaming.com/en/overkal-console/

Interton Video 2000: https://www.pong-story.com/v2000.htm

GI Gemini Systems: https://www.pong-story.com/pc-50x.htm

RCA Studio III Variants: http://videogamekraken.com/rca-studio-iii-by-rca

Philips Videopac G7000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgG9F9SsgCw

Interton VC 4000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yqVcULUqOU

Radofin Programable Video System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvCFYLfQrC0

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 240 - Nintendo: Playing with Mii & Wii

From DS touch-and-stylus play to living-room motion, we trace Nintendo's road to Wii. Nintendogs and Brain Age broadened the audience to parents and grandparents. After cold receptions at Microsoft and Sony, inventor Tom Quinn's Gyration motion tech found a home at Nintendo, and internal prototypes were so fun they became Wii Sports, Wii Play, and Wii Fit. The reveal timeline runs from Reggie Fils-Aime's 2004 E3 DS debut and "Revolution" tease, to a controller-free console showing at E3 2005, to the surprise Wii Remote reveal during Iwata's Tokyo Game Show keynote, and the full unveiling at E3 2006. Built on refined GameCube internals, the Wii favored low cost, low noise, and always-on convenience, with Miis inspired by Japanese wooden dolls (Kokeshi) and a channel interface modeled on a TV wall to invite quick, family-friendly play.

Iwata Asks: https://iwataasks.nintendo.com/
Nintendogs (DS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hb5j2v10eYs
Nintendogs (DS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hb5j2v10eYs

Brain Age (DS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EeU92dl9ME

Donkey Kong Bongos & Donkey Konga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64YSuP6G1Uw

Wii Sports: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp9l7J6w9iE

Wii Play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfz-l5GI-v4

Wii Fit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDfXealVJyg

Kokeshi Dolls: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2NIA5GNvfo
Nintendo Wii User Interface Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCU1gB3Xdv4

E3 2004 Reggie Fils-Aimé: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89GB6bC9_N4

E3 2004 Satoru Iwata Revolution: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33BGyhn_ryw
E3 2005 Nintendo Revolution (Wii): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt8CBYAnMYc

Nintendo - Tokyo Game Show 2005: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdgW4Ox71fw

E3 2006 Sony Ridge Racer!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaBUeINW_3s

E3 2006 Sony Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaWptXzfETo
E3 2006 Nintendo Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1Ldhg7swgA

Wii Console and Accessories (E3 2006): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pOGKxFD1C8

Wii Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLOccBorPsA

Wii Would Like to Play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBOFhmjTgvY

Link's Crossbow Training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHgyRGeUKxg

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 239 - Nintendo: Wii Were Struggling

Nintendo’s struggle for cultural relevance in the lead-up to the Wii was marked by the N64’s poor fit for Japanese homes and the GameCube’s failure to outsell even the fledgling Xbox globally. Internally, a power struggle unfolded as Hiroshi Yamauchi prepared to retire. Former Sharp executive Atsushi Asada was brought in and became Executive Vice President and later Chairman of the Board. Satoru Iwata, whom Yamauchi saw great potential in, was appointed president of HAL Laboratory as part of a Yamauchi-backed bailout and ultimately succeeded Yamauchi as president of Nintendo. Minoru Arakawa was passed over, removed from the board, and after his retirement, replaced at Nintendo of America by Tatsumi Kimishima, who was later placed on the board himself, giving credence to the idea that Arakawa was pushed aside in favor of Iwata. We explore how, despite not facing financial collapse, Nintendo risked losing its creative identity after two struggling consoles and Sony's rising threat to its handheld dominance.

Iwata Asks Interviews: https://iwataasks.nintendo.com/

Simpsons all you can eat Court Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqT-AvswCZo

TCW 153 - Nintendo Playing with Cards: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-cards/

TCW 154 - Nintendo Playing with Controversy: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-controversy/

TCW 155 - Nintendo Playing with Toys: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-toys/

TCW 014 - Nintendo Playing with Power: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-power/

TCW 128 - Nintendo in 1985: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-in-1985/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

TCW 037 - Nintendo and Gumpei Yokoi: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-and-gunpei-yokoi/

TCW 063 - Lawsuits for Nintendo: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/lawsuits-for-nintendo/

TCW 068 - SEGA vs Nintendo Round 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-1/

TCW 069 - SEGA vs Nintendo Round 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-2

TCW 070 - SEGA vs Nintendo Round 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-3

TCW 198 - The History of Handheld Games Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-history-of-handheld-games-part-1/

TCW 199 - The History of Handheld Games Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-history-of-handheld-games-part-2/

TCW 200 - The History of Handheld Games Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-history-of-handheld-games-part-3/

Business Card CDs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS_QTo6L9dA

GameCube Controller: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GameCube_controller

Kirby's Dreamland (NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJXM4EPbPe0

Shmuplations - Satoru Iwata - 1999 Developer Interview: https://shmuplations.com/iwata/

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 238 - Quake

We dive into the development of Quake, the ambitious and turbulent follow-up to Doom from ID Software. John Carmack set out to build a groundbreaking engine featuring full 3D rendering, dynamic lighting, and client-server multiplayer. This pushed the technical boundaries in a pre-GPU world. To achieve this, he brought in legendary programmer Michael Abrash from Microsoft, selling him on the vision of Quake as a step toward the metaverse as imagined in Snow Crash. Meanwhile, John Romero envisioned Quake as a fantasy RPG inspired by a character from his D&D campaign, but lack of direction and his growing obsession with Deathmatch led to team frustration and eventual fallout. The result was a game that redefined first-person shooters and laid the groundwork for decades of engine development. It also marked the end of an era at ID with the ouster of John Romero.

TCW 030 - DOOM!: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/doom-1479057917/

TCW 197 - The ID of Game Development: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-id-of-game-development/

Doom States and DeHackEd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTa3diypjv4

P2P vs Dedicated Servers?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tt3ZLHKcP2U

Token Ring - The Betamax of Networking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjLctlmZSp4

Artie - The Strongest Man In the World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6Bh3LskNbs

Space Strike (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtDdEuKFQps

Cosmic Crusader (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKOTa5iQAw8

Big Top (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXUCacgF72M

Snack Attack II (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hu-SEjcnnjo

So You Haven't Read "Snow Crash": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO64ZhBYy9E

Ramblings in Realtime by Michael Abrash: https://www.bluesnews.com/abrash/

QuakeWorld Launch Event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXw6BkZ-gdY

Quake (DOS 6.22): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyLC1vR9oGk

Quake Longplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7GagGXXUtI

Excerpt Quake Postmortem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2OE-74bTQw

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 237 - Jordan Mechner and Price of Persia

We continue our look at Jordan Mechner with the development of Prince of Persia. Its cinematic inspirations include Castles of Dr. Creep, the opening of Raiders of the Lost Ark, and the 1938 Robin Hood. To animate the prince, Mechner filmed his brother performing stunts, then manually painted key frames, painting his brother white and the background black to make the footage compatible with a limited digitizer. Memory constraints forced creative solutions, like XORing the prince and bit shifting him to create Shadow Man. A promising film project delayed the game’s release, but Prince of Persia launched on the Apple II with groundbreaking animation. A strong Macintosh port and renewed interest following Disney’s Aladdin helped turn the game into a hit across the early 1990s.

The Making of Prince of Persia: https://www.jordanmechner.com/en/books/journals/

TCW 172 - The Computer Price Wars Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-price-wars-part-1/

TCW 173 - The Computer Price Wars Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-2/

TCW 174 - The Computer Price Wars Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-3/

TCW 019 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-1/

TCW 020 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-2/

TCW 021 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-3/

TCW 071 - A Story of Brøderbund!: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-story-of%C2%A0br%C3%B8derbund/

TCW 072 - The MYSTeries of Brøderbund!: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-mysteries-of-br%C3%B8derbund/

The Castles of Dr. Creep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi2dvxcioBw

First 10 minutes of Raiders of the Lost Ark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUWYmTpYdP4

The Thief of Bagdad (1924): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTXZSVIIk-c

How Prince of Persia Defeated Apple II Memory Limitations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sw0VfmXKq54

Prince of Persia (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZDAPp61aak

Robin Hood (1938): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USpQGE5sVAY

Prince of Persia (PC DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKQX75dBlEI

Prince of Persia (Amiga): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukSECkajKYA

Prince of Persia (NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6hylvkCh-8

Prince of Persia (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZtkPZih-3s

Prince of Persia (Macintosh): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjR_AhxPnVM

Prince of Persia Re-Release Box: https://bigboxcollection.com/PrinceOfPersia.3DBox

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 236 - Jordan Mechner and Karateka

This episode explores the early life of Jordan Mechner and the making of Karateka. We cover his Jewish family’s escape from Nazi Europe, his years at Yale, and his struggle to choose between careers in film, art, and game design. Drawing on lessons from arcade games, Mechner formed core design principles that shaped his approach. He also worked closely with his father, Francis Mechner—best known for composing the game's music—who served as a creative sounding board, contributed gameplay ideas, and performed movements used in the game's rotoscoped animations.

Francis Mechner: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis_Mechner

Replay - Memoir of an Uprooted Family: https://www.jordanmechner.com/en/books/replay/

Jordan Mechner: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Mechner

Jordan Mechner Website: https://www.jordanmechner.com/

TCW 071 - A Story of Brøderbund! :https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-story-of%C2%A0br%C3%B8derbund/

TCW 072 - The MYSTeries of Brøderbund!: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-mysteries-of-br%c3%b8derbund/

Choplifter (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvDnUHW_pjg

Seven Samurai Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XMJY0hYJEw

The Making of Karateka journals: https://www.jordanmechner.com/en/books/the-making-of-karateka/

The Making of Karateka (Game + Documentary: https://www.jordanmechner.com/en/games-movies/karateka/

The Making & Remaking of Karateka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vq31IwKZkt0

Karateka Rotoscoping 1983: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Nqp6U1GYI8

Karateka (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKqk9kosCs4

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 235- Coin-op Legends of Japan

Long before they entered the world of video games, a generation of Japanese entrepreneurs built their fortunes in the coin-operated amusement business. In this episode, we trace the early lives and business ventures of five pioneering founders who helped lay the groundwork for companies like Tehkan (later Tecmo), Sammy, and IPM (later IREM). These are personal stories rarely told in English — tales of hustle, reinvention, and the road from postwar struggle to arcade success.

TCW 052 - The Many Faces of Konami: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-many-faces-of-konami/

TCW 153 - Nintendo Playing With Cards: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-cards/

TCW 154 - Nintendo Playing with Controversy: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-controversy/

TCW 155 - Nintendo Playing With Toys: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-toys/

TCW 008 -

Birth of the Japanese Game Center: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/birth-of-the-japanese-game-center/

TCW 077 - Invading Taito Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-1/

TCW 078 - Invading Taito Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2/

TCW 005 - The Untold History of SEGA: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-untold-history-of-sega/

TCW 033 - The Saga of SEGA: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-saga-of-sega/

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

TCW 201 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-1/

TCW 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-2/

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 234 - Yu Suzuki

Often called SEGA’s Shigeru Miyamoto, Yu Suzuki redefined arcade gaming through innovation and ambition. He pioneered immersive cabinets like Hang-On's rideable motorcycle and After Burner’s flight sim, and used sprite scaling to simulate 3D in hits like Space Harrier and OutRun. His work culminated in the R360 G-LOC—a gyroscopic cabinet offering full 360° motion. Suzuki later led SEGA into 3D with Virtua Racing and Virtua Fighter, and pushed console design forward with Shenmue. Though he didn’t invent Quick Time Events, he coined the term—and created a living, interactive world filled with dynamic conversations, a fully explorable city, and unprecedented detail for 1999. His vision helped shape what players now expect from immersive game worlds.

Champion Boxing (SC 1000): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkDpaSXTGwE

Hang On (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TopLKeDqYhw

Hang On (Bike Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KV6gWzBnJw

Space Harrier (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXO7HOUaHaQ

Space Harrier (Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_ljkKcDsKs

Roger Dean Album Covers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Albums_with_cover_art_by_Roger_Dean_(artist)

OutRun (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tp3GLGu7cfg

OutRun (Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VK3CpGLk0VU

The Cannonball Run (Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8BNVDUslcE

Ferrari Testarossa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lvfx5z4uMOo

After Burner (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSvxN7nMNwo

After Burner Deluxe (Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGWesvT9z8Q

Top Gun (Trailor): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa_z57UatDY

Castle in the Sky (English Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lMRfLJGXSM

Power Drift (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZZMU2HPmTE

Power Drift (Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cs0slBdnArg

R 360 SEGA G-Loc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OrXW5vCurc

G-Loc Air Battle (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58JKeizTZF0

Virtua Racing (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssPfEPaTaGo

Kenji (Manga): https://mangapill.com/manga/2249/kenji

Virtua Fighter (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7HQ2vspMHA

Virtua Fighter 2 (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7OYlmdhOZY

Shenmue (Dreamcast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkuWoz6RbgE

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 233 - Baldur's Gate

When three doctors, a prolific dungeon master, a database programmer, and a writer come together to make video games, you get Baldur’s Gate! Often credited with saving the Western RPG, Baldur’s Gate became a phenomenal hit, taking full advantage of Microsoft’s new DirectX API and Windows 95. With this technology, the team created massive, beautiful maps for players to explore. They began shopping their new Infinity Engine around—drawing attention from top figures at Virgin Interactive—but ultimately secured a deal with Interplay, after an initial rejection. This partnership allowed them to shift from an original pantheon-based RPG to using the Dungeons & Dragons license that Interplay had acquired from TSR. They focused on the Sword Coast and the city of Baldur’s Gate—an underdeveloped region of the Forgotten Realms that stayed true to the classic swords-and-sorcery motif. The result was a game that captured the spirit of D&D while delivering the fast-paced action that gamers of the late '90s craved!

VGA Standard Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5exFKr-JJtg

SSI Gold Box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBodtk1JnxQ

Dungeon Master (Atari ST): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3UdUWU4j1Y

Shattered Steel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zvyi0l4s-wI&list=PLFTDBbYrcivppTQ8bupD3DQ7U23qTv5cK

What is DirectX and Why is it important?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfSk6kwWBuE

Why Windows 95 was a big deal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DCNt0cqTQY

Volo's Guide to the Sword Coast: https://archive.org/details/tsr09460addfrvolosguidetotheswordcoast

Baldur's Gate Playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooqFu_enV30&list=PLNU3jYa35cy3gahj5NBKymMB6grIGykOr

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 232 - All the Other Home Pongs

The home Pong market of the mid-1970s extended far beyond the big three—Atari, Coleco, and Magnavox. Numerous smaller companies entered the scene, not only in the United States but also across Europe and other parts of the world. As the home gaming industry rapidly evolved, many manufacturers introduced unique systems powered by integrated circuits. The market truly took off with the advent of “Pong-on-a-Chip” technology, which made it possible for virtually anyone to build a Pong console. Combined with affordable manufacturing in the Far East, this innovation drove costs down and helped the market reach new heights.

Rocko's Modern Life - Dracula: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ycpsJOtxx8

TCW 105 - The Big Voice of Magnavox: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-big-voice-of-magnavox/

TCW 106 - The Small Voice of Magnavox: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-small-voice-of-magnavox/

TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

Overkal: https://prehistoricgaming.com/en/overkal-history/

TCW 165 - Allied Leisure: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/allied-leisure/

Universal Research Laboratory (URL) Video Action Systems: https://www.pong-story.com/url.htm

Mike the TV 99.99.99: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zt2xW8nh864

Executive Games: https://www.pong-story.com/executivegames.htm

First Dimension: https://www.pong-story.com/firstdim.htm

Executive Games - Face Off: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UB-pSaZ1e28

TCW 124 - The Visions of Coleco Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-1/

TCW 125 - The Visions of Coleco Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-2/

Pong In a Chip: https://www.pong-story.com/gi.htm

Videomaster: https://www.pong-story.com/vm.htm

Videomaster Home TV Game: https://prehistoricgaming.com/en/videomaster-home-tv-game/

Interton Video 2000: https://www.pong-story.com/v2000.htm

AY3-8500 System on a Chip: https://nerdstuffbycole.blogspot.com/2018/09/games-and-field-generation-in-ay-3-8500.html

Zanussi: https://www.pong-story.com/zanussi.htm

TCW 077 - Invading Taito Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-1/

TCW 078 - Invading Taito Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2

APF TV Fun: https://retrogamingconsoles.com/consoles/apf-tv-fun/

APF Fun Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmIE3k2BGs0

Unisonic Pong Console: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFOkE1_52NA

Interton Video 2400: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLCnacjnBOs

Videomaster Superscore: https://www.pong-story.com/vm8.htm

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 231- Street Fighter 2

Street Fighter 2 is often credited with reviving the arcade scene in the early 1990s. While it successfully brought back the must-have arcade game mentality, it couldn’t stop the overall decline of arcades. The original Street Fighter was influenced by many sources, including Bruce Lee’s Game of Death, anime like Fist of the North Star, and Space Battleship Yamato. With the rise of beat 'em ups following Double Dragon, Capcom released Street Fighter 89, later renamed Final Fight. Taking lessons from Final Fight, Street Fighter 2 introduced an expanded roster, streamlined special moves, combos, and more. Its popularity led to the release of two enhanced versions: Championship Edition and Turbo. Come explore the history and influences of this legendary game!

TCW 041 - Beating Them All Up: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/beating-them-all-up/

Tower of Death Fight Scenes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWMW1drldWc

Kung Fu Master: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ko3zG-YG41k

The Final Game of Death: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzriAzTAXs0

Yie Ar Kung-Fu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2h6jQ4A1To

Enter the Dragon trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5RGju9NuoOU

Karate Champ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwV3xqS9_aQ

Fist of the North Star: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYsAklHsWd0

Space Battleship Yamato: http://y2u.be/LtwtV91fwd8

Street Fighter Big Button Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_XvCNGhmZ0

Street Fighter Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVLCv-YgWco

Polygon Street Fighter Oral History: https://www.polygon.com/a/street-fighter-2-oral-history

Double Dragon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfZz-1e-dUQ

Side Arms Hyper Dyne: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Esgm7Gk99P4

Forgotten Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYJfoesXYC8

Final Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8gYGfL_p2o

Street Fighter 2 - The World Warrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI284D4y1q4

But She's Got a New Hat!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaOgZwk9rN8

Street Fighter 2 - Champion Edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJne-82X4L0

Street Fighter 2 - Rainbow Edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNIfE7A9q7Y

Street Fighter 2 - Hyper Fighting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rrGLH0WByc

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 230 - Crafting the World of WarCraft

World of Warcraft has stood the test of time for twenty years, and now we can explore the fascinating history behind its creation. The developers drew inspiration from MMOs like Ultima Online, EverQuest, Anarchy Online, Dark Age of Camelot, and more, incorporating what they loved while tackling unique challenges. From art style and storytelling to quest design, factions, and PvP, every aspect of the game presented obstacles to overcome. Despite launching with several rushed elements, WoW captivated a gaming audience eager for an accessible MMO—and went on to set records for years to come

TCW 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft/

TCW 055 - Blizzard: Hellfire and The World… of WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world%E2%80%A6-of-warcraft/

How to play Necromunda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqAxPXd5y8g

Place Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/41MvT5c

The WoW Diary: A Journal of Computer Game Development [Second Edition] (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/4kzpxNT

EverQuest Launch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AJdrc8ZsEI
TCW 219 - Diablo 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/diablo-1/

TCW 220 - Diablo 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/diablo-2/

A Brief History of Chess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeB-1F-UKO0

Tabula Rasa Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGQ0Nb3U9kw

Tabula Rasa Box Art: https://cdn.mobygames.com/covers/4266351-richard-garriotts-tabula-rasa-pre-order-bonus-pack-windows-front.jpg

World of Warcraft Box Art: https://i.etsystatic.com/19063773/r/il/3b9985/2196312265/il_fullxfull.2196312265_13ii.jpg

WarCraft 1 Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA40KEDV6Dc

WoW V0.53: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RszVOPx1apI&t=0s

Duskwood Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2suPQAZMqc

TCW 030 - Doom!: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/doom-1479057917/

Ed Bighead Campaign: https://www.facebook.com/RememberWhenNick/videos/remember-when-bigheads-campaign/279376435941596/

Snow White Trailer (1937): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L16P0rip9E4

13th Warrior Cave: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTVze7cfwWU

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 229 - US Gold

US Gold started as an importer of American games before becoming a dominant force in the British gaming industry. Partnering with Ocean Software, they formed a duopoly that shaped the UK and European gaming markets, bringing top titles to 8-bit computers and later expanding into consoles—US Gold backing SEGA while Ocean focused on Nintendo. When competitors began importing Japanese games, US Gold responded by securing a deal with Capcom to port its arcade hits to home computers. As its parent company, CentreGold, went public, US Gold also acquired Core Design—unknowingly setting the stage for gaming history. Because within Core, something legendary was in development: Tomb Raider. Join us as we dive into the rise of US Gold, its influence on British gaming, and its unexpected connection to one of gaming’s biggest icons.

Compute Magazine Archive: https://archive.org/details/compute-magazine

Galactic Chase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVNM1JH6GNU

TCW 136 - Ocean Software: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ocean-software/

Beach Head (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ex9mchOPG1o

Forbidden Forest (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j86veyiIcS8

Aztec Challenge (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLO2mGBID8I

Zaxxon (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cB-Tt6O9Onc

TCW 103 - Elite Systems: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/elite-systems/

Commando (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKom2O2H0pQ

OutRun -US Gold EU (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnuYHmSLUY4

Flashback: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owuUW4DL4cg

TCW 129 - The Crash That Almost Was: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-crash-that-almost-was/

TCW 036 - Raiding Eidos: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/raiding-eidos/

TCW 017 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market Hardware: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW 018 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market Software: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

TCW 131 - Sir Clive of ZX: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sir-clive-of-zx/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 228 - PopCap Games

PopCap Games was initially overlooked by the larger gaming industry due to its focus on fun, well-designed, and polished casual games. Their first major hit, Bejeweled, became a consistent source of income, allowing PopCap to invest time in developing new titles. This led to the creation of Peggle, which helped solidify PopCap’s reputation, particularly after developers at Valve became hooked on the game’s deeper skill-based mechanics and puzzles. The success of Bejeweled and Peggle continued with their ports to the iPod and, eventually, the iPad, further expanding PopCap’s popularity. This growth culminated in the release of Plants vs. Zombies, which debuted on PC before being adapted for iOS. The game’s seamless touchscreen integration made it a standout app for the newly launched iPad. As the gaming industry evolved, PopCap struck a deal with EA, which acquired the company, leading to the departure of its founders over the following years.

Attack Retrieve Capture: https://alchetron.com/Attack-Retrieve-Capture

Shariki Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMwGy1fv41g

Play Dimond Mine: https://www.crazygames.com/game/diamond-mine

Bejeweled: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvLtaf1PFVM

Palm OS - PDA Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nfg4YIoYas

TCW 122 - A Casual World Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-casual-world-part-1/

TCW 123 - A Casual World Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-casual-world-part-2/

Zuma Deluxe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwpuOhuVnnQ

Alchemy Deluxe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p902uQ_y3r4

Play Alchemy Deluxe: https://archive.org/details/alchemy-deluxe

Bookworm Deluxe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FA1NSyldUQ8

The Oral History of PopCap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwzxWLonObo

Burnout 3 Takedown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6vHTQv9JHY

Peggle Deluxe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlnieE-h6k8

Peggle Extreme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAKLiepJDrM

Peggle Extreme (Steam - Free): https://store.steampowered.com/app/3483/Peggle_Extreme/

Bejeweled (iPod): https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7iHTM0ryWm0

Peggle (iPod): https://www.youtube.com/shorts/qhWSm0zNSrk

Insaniquarium Deluxe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U04weIAra20

Plants VS Zombies (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XENla8M3910

Plants VS Zombies (iPad): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvopYLzwb90

PopCap Games on Internet Archive: https://archive.org/search?query=creator%3A%22PopCap+Games%22

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 227 - Donkey Kong

Donkey Kong, a game and character that stands as one of the foundational elements of video game history, has a popular narrative with some inaccuracies that need correction. Thanks to the efforts of Kate Willaert and Norman Caruso, we can better understand the influences and origins of Donkey Kong. Nintendo’s use of hardware from another game, Radar Scope, imposed technical limitations that prevented them from securing the desired Popeye license. Donkey Kong drew inspiration from games like Crazy Climber and Space Panic, and its four stages even incorporate elements of the Eastern storytelling structure known as Kishōtenketsu. Join us as we delve into the fascinating origins of Donkey Kong like never before!

Futurama - Quarters! A Million Allowances Worth of Quarters!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbPWti2CoRg

"Critical Kate" Willaert: https://www.acriticalhit.com/

Norman Caruso "The Gaming Historian": https://thegaminghistorian.com/

In The Year 2525 - Zager & Evans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gb7poHQuMWg

Wikipedia (Donkey Kong - 1981 Video Game): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donkey_Kong_(1981_video_game)

Space Firebird (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0MSz55Ct-0

Radar Scope (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kbliYx51ok

Galaxian (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0OTi8hLYpg

How the Famicom was Born: https://glitterberri.com/developer-interviews/how-the-famicom-was-born/

Shmuplations - Shigeru Miyamoto – 2000 Developer Interview: https://shmuplations.com/miyamoto2000/

Shmuplations - Donkey Kong - A Record of Struggle: https://shmuplations.com/donkeykong/

Popeye The Sailor Man - A Dream Walking: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2rt7c6

Crazy Climber (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZxndttbLIY

Space Panic (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLd1xABCsaQ

Design Bytes SMB 1-1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=La2aGhZxLkQ

Barrel Jumping Championship 1957: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvuK8NNSOnI

Scramble (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yk6BTqzLLfk

Kishōtenketsu Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7to8TC5sJVc

Lionel Hutz Explains "The Truth": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Nc88_ZEfxg

Gaming Historian - How the Mario Characters Got Their Names: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTyxQfpOEbE

Disinclined to acquiesce…: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SLGgIMCUzk

Donkey Kong (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBHJhla8TO4

Donkey Kong Cereal Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGvDhBdClFY

Donkey Kong Cartoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zyfayak2djo&list=PLP9LnKF6J6Lod1PYlsQ2zJ9OsZT-ALBga

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 226 - Ray Kassar

Ray Kassar rose from humble beginnings to become a talented, savvy, and personable executive. He began his career in the textile industry at Burlington Industries, where he eventually became president of its most profitable division. However, after the unexpected passing of Burlington’s head, Kassar faced ageism and cronyism, which stifled his advancement. Despite climbing the corporate ladder again, he was passed over for a more tenured executive. Leaving Burlington, Kassar founded a company importing Egyptian cotton for the U.S., where he planned to work until retirement. However, Manny Gerard of Warner Communications recruited him to stabilize Atari after its recent acquisition. Kassar’s leadership introduced a robust marketing strategy, reduced manufacturing defects, and turned Atari into a massive profit center. Though his rapid adaptation to the gaming industry sparked some resentment and controversy, Kassar’s impact on Atari was undeniable. His story is one of nuance and twists, as Atari would not have achieved its success without his visionary leadership.

TCW 046 - Atari, Ray Kassar, and Warner: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ray-kassar-and-warner/

TCW 104 - A Holistic View of ET: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-holistic-view-of-et/

TCW 186 - Atari's Distribution Nightmare: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-s-distribution-nightmare/

TCW 187 - Atari's Sinking Ship: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-s-sinking-ship/

Once Upon Atari - How I made history by killing an industry: (Affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4fUDNx6

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

Once Upon Atari: How I made history by killing an industry

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TCW Podcast Episode 225 - Games by Apollo

The great video game crash of the mid-1980s had many factors contributing to it. One such factor was the rise of companies like Games by Apollo, which is sometimes seen as an exemplar of the many businesses that entered the video game industry hoping to make quick money. While some criticisms of Games by Apollo are valid, the company was also much more than that, bringing innovative game ideas to the table. Founded by Patrick Roper, who previously created career videos for students, the company grew rapidly and released games at an unprecedented pace. However, many of its games suffered from short production times, leading to control problems, balance issues, and design flaws. Despite these challenges, Games by Apollo consistently tried to push the envelope, creating games that pushed the VCS to new heights!

Smell BAD (Labyrinth): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q6H4e7Kvvw

Fuzzy Bunny's Guide To You Know What (Simpsons): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQn-DwSW-tk

Hands Across America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnA0uYL4YtI

Games By Apollo PM Magazine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2BhTS-q38A

Skeet Shoot (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UWJFOUBxTo

Spacechase (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdG-v4MY51Q

Racquetball (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWueVYa0HJk

Lochjaw (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GW8HOi1f0G8

Lost Luggage (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qehLDMO_Ncs

Kaboom (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwrZHu-d-vY

Space Cavern (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EILC0vcdnc4

Space Cavern - Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMaMvchzMBI

Demon Attack (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GwoSr12kxY

Kyphus (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtmgsYN1oBI

Squoosh (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQR_hgYZPHA

Pompeii (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj_9EnYxqvU

Play Pompeii: https://atarionline.org/atari-2600/pompeii

Infiltrate (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u24ngfVWqA8

Elevator Action (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrBE8iUwgg4

Elevator Action (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LM5reigEnv4

Final Approach (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcUWNNCCMKE

Wabbit (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpJmR9ygI9c

Video Game History Foundation -The Woman who Brought Female Representation to Games: https://gamehistory.org/wabbit/

Guardian (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmlwqi_UeEU

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 224 - D&D & Video Games 3E

In our final look at D&D & Video Games, we explore the early PC and mainframe computer scene, as well as the games created by fans of D&D. Various aspects of D&D were incorporated into these games, ranging from puzzles and light combat to full-on dungeon dives to claim treasure from the deepest levels. These games grew in popularity and led to others iterating on the aspects they enjoyed. Games on the PLATO system—such as Pedit5, D&D, and Orthanc—paved the way for reimagining these games on home computers, including the Apple II. This foundation led to the creation of seminal titles like Ultima and Wizardry, which would influence RPGs on PCs for over a decade. D&D has a long history of collaborating with different systems and ideas to create innovative forms of gaming, with the potential to continue transforming video games well into the future.

Livestream 2024 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahP86-2H8lc

Playing at the World - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3YokLZC

The Elusive Shift - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3C8cHVq

Game Wizards - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/48uCtzi

Colossal Cave Adventure: https://rickadams.org/adventure/

Play Zork Online: https://textadventures.co.uk/games/view/5zyoqrsugeopel3ffhz_vq/zork

TCW 170 - A Rogue's Survival Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-rogue-s-survival-part-1/

TCW 171 - A Rogue's Survival Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-rogue-s-survival-part-2/

Pedit5: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedit5

M199h: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2023/10/m199h-new-findings-both-solve-and.html

Everything We Know About 1970s Mainframe RPGS We Can No Longer Play: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2021/06/brief-everything-we-know-about-1970s.html

Orthanc (1975): https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2013/11/game-123-orthanc-1977.html

D&D On PLATO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdPrzb534TY

Revisiting The Dungeon (1975): https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2019/01/revisiting-dungeon-1975.html

Telengard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqDnYIsa-po

Play Telengard: https://www.myabandonware.com/game/telengard-6w

Moria: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2013/11/game-121-moria-1975.html

Play Moria (1988 DOS): https://www.myabandonware.com/game/moria-27f/play-27f

Oubliette: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2013/10/game-12-oubliette-1977.html

PLATO Oubliette: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vUmkTi5D-k

TCW 016 - Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and the Disciples: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/early-computer-game-platforms-the-trinity-and-the-disciples/

Play Beneath Apple Manor (DOS 1983): https://www.myabandonware.com/game/beneath-apple-manor-256

Beneath Apple Manor Walkthrough (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IB7j2KVFrY

Dungeon Campaign: https://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2013/01/game-83-dungeon-campaign-1979.html

Dungeon Campaign (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xY7bZJ1LOQ

Dragon Maze (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7-PNdthkDw

Dragon Maze Lets Play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZnAmBAxgSo

Starfleet Orion: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starfleet_Orion

Temple of Apshai Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVcDIQbwtWc

Temple of Apshai (Commodore Pet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3mcwLM-l5k

Ultima (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPqUe6Ohn2A

Wizardry (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJhMpPnnXMo

(Ethan) Temple of Apshai (TRS 80) - The Quest Log: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiMtY5BxdM0

TCW 114 - The Wizards of Sir-Tech: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-wizards-of-sir-tech/

TCW 115 - The Return of the Sdraziw of Sir-Tech: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-return-of-the-sdraziw-of-sir-tech/

Escape (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nvh78Dqfkg

Panorama Toh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4t6A9C31h0

TCW 157 - Final Fantasy's Tale: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/final-fantasy-s-tale/

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

Playing at the World: A History of Simulating Wars, People and Fantastic Adventures, from Chess to Role-Playing Games

The Elusive Shift: How Role-Playing Games Forged Their Identity (Game Histories)

Game Wizards: The Epic Battle for Dungeons & Dragons (Game Histories)

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TCW Podcast Episode 223 - D&D & Video Games 2E

In the second part of our exploration of Dungeons & Dragons and its connection to video games, we examine the game’s refinement and rise in popularity. D&D was a groundbreaking experience, brought to life through Gary Gygax’s collaboration with others, particularly Dave Arneson, who developed many of its foundational concepts. The game evolved from miniature wargaming focused on medieval combat, with Tolkien-inspired high fantasy elements added later as an afterthought. These fantasy rules closely resembled those of Rules for Middle Earth but weren’t universally embraced, as some players preferred the realism of traditional wargaming, making it challenging to satisfy both audiences. We also delve into the well-known controversy between Gygax and Arneson and the creation of the Blackmoor campaign setting. We explore how TSR released the original box set and then evolved it into AD&D. Additionally, we examine how RPGs began to take off as a whole new type of game that people could play. Finally, we look at how D&D became embroiled in the cultural backlash of the 1980s "Satanic Panic."

Transcript: https://www.theycreateworlds.com/transcripts/tcw223

Livestream 2024 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahP86-2H8lc

Playing at the World - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3YokLZC

The Elusive Shift - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3C8cHVq

Game Wizards - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/48uCtzi

Leonard Nimoy The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins Full Album Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuQbus0xfhk

Playing at the World - Rules for Middle Earth: https://playingattheworld.blogspot.com/2016/01/a-precursor-to-chainmail-fantasy.html

Knights of the Dinner Table: https://kenzerco.com/

Bunnies & Burrows: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunnies_%26_Burrows

Tunnels & Trolls: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunnels_%26_Trolls

James Dallas Egbert III: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Dallas_Egbert_III

Chief Wiggum - It Almost Looks Like an Arrow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gb5k0iOBdsU

Bake him away Toys!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBOvfN2Y4oo

Mazes & Monsters Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLi422rkUIY

NYT - D&D: Satanic Panic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATUpSPj0x-c

D&D Cartoon Lore Explored: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9lZxOMMufM

Matel D&D Handheld Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uY2OI7sVHjQ

Matel D&D Electronic Labyrinth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STU1I_x0-so

Advanced Dungeons & Dragons (Intellivision): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MDVwAXVJ3w

[Adult Themes] Dark Dungeons Comic: https://www.chick.com/products/tract?stk=0046

[Some Adult Themes] CBS - What was the Satanic Panic?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plEImKEIRm8

(BADD) Bothered About Dungeons & Dragons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7Ies6NVAeA

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 222 - D&D & Video Games 1E

In the first part of this series, we explore the various influences leading to the creation of Dungeons & Dragons. This episode is an edited version of our livestream, delving into the rise in popularity of war games, board games, and miniatures. Avalon Hill, a major company in this field, published The General magazine, which helped players connect for games. Through opponent-wanted ads resembling today’s unmoderated forums and the discovery of games like Kriegsspiel and Stratego, we witness the evolution of elements that would eventually lead to the early role-playing game (RPG).

Livestream 2024 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahP86-2H8lc

Playing at the World - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3YokLZC

The Elusive Shift - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3C8cHVq

Game Wizards - Jon Peterson (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/48uCtzi

Afrika Korps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHOtUG4JvlQ

SGS Afrika Korps: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1266640/SGS_Afrika_Korps/

Gettysburg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7Cw6nzrPgw

The General Magazine: https://www.vftt.co.uk/ah_mags.asp?ProdID=PDF_Gen

What is Kriegsspiel?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKVeR4n-u1w

Chancellorsville: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmJjNI4CO70

Computer Chronicles Revisited: https://www.smoliva.blog/

Strategos: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strategos_(game)

Secrets of Blackmore on Amazon Prime Video (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/4fsUSyA

How to Play DIPLOMACY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l53oL0ptt7k

Yes Mr Ford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0-AD3bFjF8

Siege of Bodenburg: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siege_of_Bodenburg

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 221 - North to Hellgate London

In a pseudo part three of our look at Condor and Blizzard North, we explore the troubles the company faced after a year and a half of crunch. David, Max, and Eric were all burned out along with the rest of the staff. David was going through a divorce and had trouble putting his heart into figuring out what the next game would be. Due to lack of leadership and a proper chain of command, many employees felt frustrated switching games over and over. At the same time, the expansion, Lord of Destruction, was completed after a year of development with no crunch. Through a combination of bad corporate structure, not empowering middle management, factionalism, and troubles with Blizzard's corporate owners being bought and sold amid their own scandals, David, Eric, Max, and Bill Roper from Blizzard South went on to form Flagship Studios and work on Hellgate: London. Unfortunately, the game was not well received due to expectations exceeding the financial and technical hurdles that needed to be overcome. There is a lot more to this story, so prepare yourself as we leave one hell for another!

Thor - Game Studio Gambles: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NLb9-DPspgA

Thor - Email Mike: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1ilUpXkGxbo

Karateka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKqk9kosCs4

Dale Carnegie - How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034

Flagship Studios: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flagship_Studios

Fate Longplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGH577lznLk&list=PL112CEBA37FF962EE

Mythos Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fEsOrRvZ58

Hellgate London E3 2005 Cinematic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xG9puQZJ1c

Hellgate London E3 Bill Roper Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh1EQhHQPbQ

US/China WOW Model Differences: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtI2GcUPEFQ

Hellgate London Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiKbGoiIHqo

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds - Sign up through the website not the iOS App!

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 220 - Diablo 2

We continue exploring the Diablo franchise with Diablo 2 and the journey of the team at Blizzard North. This episode covers the history of the Hellfire expansion for Diablo 1 and how it came to be developed by Sierra Online. A directive was issued for Blizzard North to focus on creating Diablo 2. The team aimed not just to create a bigger dungeon but to expand the game’s overall scope. However, the development of Diablo 2 faced challenges like feature creep, excessive gaming, and the absence of a game design document. These issues led to a year and a half of crunch time to complete the game. Despite these difficulties, Diablo 2 was released to phenomenal success.

Hellfire Monk Playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJlxnFfxRM4

David Brevik on Diablo Hellfire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4bDFgcuH-I

Warcraft Adventures - Lord of the Clans (Lets Play): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7JZu__7KTs

Thor - Overworked % Amazon Game Studios: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IVdaysrIS74

Thor - Blizzard Working Conditions: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/B2mqnuRalYA

Thor - Blizzard Pay: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/a8aumvAq5gM

Thor - Value vs Income from a Job: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8s3wa5kL6RY

TCW 054 - Blizzard - Vikings and WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft/

TCW 055 - Blizzard - Hellfire and The World… of WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world%E2%80%A6-of-warcraft/

Diablo II from 2000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_MoFDWJees

Diablo II LOD Playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sM7gA_xD7vE

Original StarCraft Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAXDv--grUE

Diablo II TV Commercial (Its Everywhere): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzBp9ECiodc

Diablo II TV Commercial (Evil Has Survived): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RvRK5qf6Lc

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RoleMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 219 - Diablo 1

We explore the monumental game Diablo! Initially a collaborative effort between David Brevik, Erich Schaefer, and Max Schaefer, Diablo brought together elements from games like X-Com, Angband, and surprisingly NHL '94. The trio formed the company Condor, producing NFL games and a Street Fighter clone called Justice League Task Force for the SEGA Genesis. At CES, they discovered another company developing the SNES port of Justice League, Blizzard Entertainment. Through a series of fortuitous events, Condor was acquired by Davidson & Associates and rebranded as Blizzard North. Join us as we explore the wild history of Diablo and its impact on shaping how we play video games today!

Play Diabo 1 Web Shareware Version: https://d07riv.github.io/diabloweb/

It was the best of times it was the blurst of times: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=no_elVGGgW8

Moria (Plato Emulator): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zvqgKKXAFI

Angband: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSiX_aoUn5s

Stay a While and Listen (2 Book Series): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087JF24VG?binding=kindle_edition

Gordo 106 (AGDQ): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwqlNeT9oTE

Three Days of the Condor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mU8tQTNlPAM

Iguana Entertainment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iguana_Entertainment

MC Chris Kingdom Hearts 2 & Resident Evil 4 (EXPLICIT): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZsDUSxK5Fs

NHL '94: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShqgmvGrxfM

X-COM UFO Defense: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZJAFG0rjo0

The Digital Antiquarian - Diablo: https://www.filfre.net/2023/07/diablo/

Diablo 1 Original Soundtrack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcKmaLP-sQM

Justice League Task Force (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hNrLiRxBE4

Justice League Task Force (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QulgjKAsRaA

TCW 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft/

TCW 055 - Blizzard: Hellfire and The World… of WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world%E2%80%A6-of-warcraft/

David Brevik - Making Diablo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LI_CXw4x61E

Diablo 1 - The Sin War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWXozMHrxrM

Diablo 1 All Cutscenes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aMkkf8-i-U

Kali (Software): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kali_(software)

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 218 - The 100 Games Redux - The Revival

We’re back to revisit the 100 most influential games, this time with your feedback! We’ve made many changes to the list and even brought back some of the games that were previously cut. A huge thank you to everyone who wrote in, left a comment on YouTube, or reached out to us in other ways. Although we couldn’t read every single comment, we’ve carefully considered all the feedback and appreciate everyone for sharing their thoughts! Many of the changes we made were influenced by your input. So sit back, relax, and join us as we dive into the exciting world of the 100 most influential games!

Live Stream for 2024 will be October 12th at 13:00 (18:00 GMT)!

Simpsons Barney - 'It Begins!': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Johmlmq-dRU

The Marshmallow Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4L-n8Z7G0ic

CoD4 - Modern Warfare - How it change a Genre Forever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXD5_7wqr1U

Meet the Spy (Explicit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OR4N5OhcY9s

Malibu Stacy Hat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaOgZwk9rN8

Game Theory (Roblox Doors): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65-STzRJCho

Moria (Description): http://crpgaddict.blogspot.com/2013/11/game-121-moria-1975.html

The Revised list of Games:

--Added--

Moria (Plato Emulator): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxXW_8rcD0k

Zork I (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzUagi41Wo0

(Changed) -- Ultima (III - Exodus): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFHpuc4yqzk

Jet Set Willy (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94Ywx6uVn9E

Gauntlet (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLnkCAFihqA

Double Dragon (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfZz-1e-dUQ

(Changed) -- Super Metroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9tufNHthJE

Diablo II Remastered Beginner Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbXpwdUv3HE

Final Fantasy VII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6-lbtqQ7oY

Unreal Tournament: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfDBNQs0P6A

Warcraft III - Reign of Chaos (Human Campaign): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53Ot4lq6YsY

Roblox (Evolution from 2004-2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDf0gZhZH5E

Alien Hominid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2W5VHApFkG4

Call Of Duty 4: Modern Warfare: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr7GqRRrT_Q

Team Fortress 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jP8THCntY9Y

Happy Farms (Farmville BETA Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpPEXNtz_TY

Demon's Souls: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ltc3Q9jo-4

Angry Birds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiiQ8btusrs

Super Meat Boy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izXj61XDVNE

(Restored) -- King's Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0TLhR51uGY

(Restored) -- Baldur's Gate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WYOH5PmoaE

(Restored) -- Parappa the Rapper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbYdRZ8FiuA

(Restored) -- Resident Evil:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moW4wLlZnHk

Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW7Sg5pXAok

Empire (Plato): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qodf2AjrEQo

Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3BQsCCwo8w

Gran Trak 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYEcDpBLDpc

Star Trek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6f9_9kzuzk

Table Tennis (Odyssey): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfmL6l128JU

Defender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gss3lxeqCok

Dragon's Lair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-dg4J9_nes

Heiankyo Alien (Game Boy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY3qVBkIu74

Mortal Kombat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F82XAvCuVc

One on One (c64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URobcuTcBFU

Outrun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELUl-cAtUIE

Pac-Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScq4P5gn4A

Pole Position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFs1Xc82Q0U

Robotron 2084: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l800GL6NQPY

Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Vc-RIkpk40

Street Fighter 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI284D4y1q4

Xevious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpyFHvPizYM

Metal Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehlAMTh42Ko

Prince of Persia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqCxHlEIrlM

Sonic the Hedgehog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqQYDLcvkBc

Star Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_VDM8nC9sM

Super Mario Kart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlAmXXNz5ac

Wing Commander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfRvCSBD4q0

Adventure 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQZDRELOqoI

Legend of Zelda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ADhznw1zhc

Maniac Mansion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7oUArcVis0

Portopia Serial Murder Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcQhnJxP7qU

DikuMUD: https://dikumud.com/

Maple Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_0hm9Xj5dQ

Rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riN2FDtPCnw

Tower of Druaga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCCGIP4SifE

Ultima IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHfAE5tXHv4

Wizardry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYLn_ij5G10

World of Warcraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vlVQYjkCDM

Dune 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOscXf0Fpmk

Fire Emblem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp2NqY3M6fI

StarCraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-j3X3EuCf98

ARMA 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97wFTd2lW34

Battlefield 1942: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gc2AJQLvcQ

Half-Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoV9o6b91Sc

Halo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IX9ZyK5L3-A

Kill Switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1zW5X0CwTs

Medal of Honor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6ivwknQN54

PUBG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sctOYN2pMs4

Resident Evil 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFuHLUuuzLI

Gran Turismo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqlFs3s2JNM

ICO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPP41ZKtA0c

Myst: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D30r0iRH73Q

Shenmue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8RpDgxAyKI

System Shock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xap7JLlROSQ

Tomb Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BltNSs9Vzdg

Virtua Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl895zXjfyQ

Dance Dance Revolution:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jywza4So-eU

Minecraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oghqTROa7o

Pokemon Red & Blue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHHSQxn_IOY

Shariki: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8XKS7tLB8w

Spacewar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EWQYAfuMYw

Pong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut6Rh-rmGAo

Colossal Cave Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhFrWH0na0A

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uSzmzZP1s8

MUD (Core MUD): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-yhk0chxyk

Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pp2aMs38ERY

Super Mario Bros.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87ViRBWz4-E

Elite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJvdZWhNLiM

Dragon Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5dalWuTitE

Tetris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNbo1AGqKrI

SimCity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A54blk-ojA4

John Madden Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EbPghLpK6c

Civilization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE3t_WuoSwE

Ultima Underworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee4PUcpGSn8

Alone in the Dark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lWaQe8LPW0

Doom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFnOLFd_ByQ

Quake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbCHIYXBts0

Super Mario 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SVLIRthpNc

Ocarina of Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mF9CxAulk04

Grand Theft Auto 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zoLurwbCHM

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds - Please do not use the iOS App -- Save yourself the 30% Apple Tax!

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 217 - The Games of Ed Logg

Ed Logg had a long and distinguished career in Atari's coin-op division. Initially aspiring to be a math professor, his path changed after encountering the Atari 2600 at a friend's Christmas party. While at Atari, Logg created the legendary game Asteroids, which became a massive success. He continued his streak with Super Breakout and co-created Centipede with Dona Bailey. Inspired by his son's love of Dungeons & Dragons, and the game Dandy, Logg developed the classic Gauntlet. He later created one of the first arcade first-person shooters, Xybots. Although his attempts to transition into the 3D era with games like Steel Talons, San Francisco Rush, and Dr. Muto did not achieve the same level of success; Ed Logg's deep understanding of what makes a great arcade game has left a lasting impact not only in the coin-op space, but across the entire gaming industry.

TCW 081 - The Meeting of SpaceWar: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-meeting-of-spacewar/

TCW 022 - The Galaxy Game: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-galaxy-game/

Sprint 2 (Atari - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R32e7O6tfdg

TCW 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-2/

Super Breakout - Progressive mode (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EyrTQGt_tU

Atari Video Pinball (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4aB8ukBIcM

Asteroids (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBVGCw5kl9E

TCW 212 - The Exidy of the 70's: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-exidy-of-the-70s/

TCW 213 - The Exidy of the 80's and 90's: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-exidy-of-the-80s-and-90s/

Centipede (Arcade Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uwh3wcrUtR8

Centipede (Arcade Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7XEmf02zEM

Millipede (Arcade Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rU6aKcyGqc

Millipede (Arcade Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8IX8Y2t0LQ

Maze Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSja0y0N-N8

Road Runner (Laserdisc Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7v55T3dxyk

Dandy (Atari 800): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pT8grHJweO4

Tank 8: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0NMfl32t2Y

Gauntlet (Arcade Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Me68G1l-kPY

Gauntlet (Arcade Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtNv4AlJhQM

Gauntlet (Commercial): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oju5vAfFBDc

Gauntlet 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78A0p5jfjVk

Xybots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrvfBUjvj2k

Othello (VCS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUNx9ULi3Uk

Tengen Tetris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUJbiLJrkgo

Steal Talons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lg5IF50mJrY

San Francisco Rush (N64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hl9PXqG0dvg

Dr Muto (Ps2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-558CiCOqcc

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 216 - The 100 Games Redux - The Removal

We revisit our list of the top 100 most influential games, making decisions on what to keep, remove, or change. We’ve removed 19 games and altered another—do you agree with our choices? What would you add or remove? We’d love to hear your thoughts! Email us at feedback@TheyCreateWorlds.com to make your case. We’ll use your feedback in our September 15, 2024 episode, where we will revisit the list, add new games, and reorder the top 20. Join us for a fun debate on what deserves a spot!

TCW 098 - The 100 Most Influential Games Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-100-most-influential-games-part-1/

TCW 099 - The 100 Most Influential Games Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-100-most-influential-games-part-2/

TCW 100 - The 100 Most Influential Games Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-100-most-influential-games-part-3/

Roko's Basilisk : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roko%27s_basilisk

Pac-Man Fever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrwnAdqBCg0

The Original list of Games:

(Removed) -- Pot Shot (Scorched Earth DOS video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDw_mpjKlpg

Star Trek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6f9_9kzuzk

Star Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_VDM8nC9sM

Empire (Plato): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qodf2AjrEQo

The Dungeon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cm53IKtL9zw

Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3BQsCCwo8w

Gran Trak 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYEcDpBLDpc

(Removed) -- Speed Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jc9_xrD2_M

Table Tennis (Odyssey): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfmL6l128JU

Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW7Sg5pXAok

Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Vc-RIkpk40

Heiankyo Alien (Game Boy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY3qVBkIu74

Xevious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpyFHvPizYM

(Removed) -- Gradius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-OaZv3Jfkg

Mortal Kombat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F82XAvCuVc

Street Fighter 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI284D4y1q4

Dragon's Lair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-dg4J9_nes

One on One (c64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URobcuTcBFU

(Removed) -- Brezerk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFSQ0Pl4KDk

Robotron 2084: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l800GL6NQPY

Pac-Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScq4P5gn4A

Defender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gss3lxeqCok

Outrun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELUl-cAtUIE

Pole Position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFs1Xc82Q0U

(Removed) -- Renegade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC0GZNjZVH8

(Removed) -- Manic Miner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFA2d4G9q30

Metal Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehlAMTh42Ko

Prince of Persia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqCxHlEIrlM

Sonic the Hedgehog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqQYDLcvkBc

Wing Commander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfRvCSBD4q0

Super Mario Kart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlAmXXNz5ac

Adventure 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQZDRELOqoI

Legend of Zelda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ADhznw1zhc

(Removed) -- Mystery House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiwHwPvIHBs

(Removed) -- King's Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0TLhR51uGY

Portopia Serial Murder Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcQhnJxP7qU

(Removed) -- Otogirisou: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SVP9TiqIhA&list=PL4BBFCC3CDD581BE2

Maniac Mansion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7oUArcVis0

Metroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ly1PUEmxyyQ

Symphony of the Night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HnhPNS0rqM

(Removed) -- Rescue Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8_XsRYTO-0

(Removed) -- Herzog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MU2FDnKzt5I

Dune 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOscXf0Fpmk

StarCraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-j3X3EuCf98

(Removed) -- Seven Cities of Gold: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57qE1arvo3U

(Removed) -- Dynasty Warriors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2SARDWdZIM

Fire Emblem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp2NqY3M6fI

DikuMUD: https://dikumud.com/

(Removed) -- Neverwinter Nights:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwFv_LerIAg

World of Warcraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vlVQYjkCDM

Maple Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_0hm9Xj5dQ

Tower of Druaga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCCGIP4SifE

Wizardry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYLn_ij5G10

(Changed) -- Ultima (III - Exodus): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrQFzWO4pYo

Ultima IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHfAE5tXHv4

Rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riN2FDtPCnw

(Removed) -- Baldur's Gate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WYOH5PmoaE

(Removed) -- Dungeon Master: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGLkPY22pkg

(Removed) -- Parappa the Rapper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbYdRZ8FiuA

Dance Dance Revolution:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jywza4So-eU

Shariki: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8XKS7tLB8w

Pokemon Red & Blue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHHSQxn_IOY

Minecraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oghqTROa7o

Half-Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoV9o6b91Sc

Battlefield 1942: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gc2AJQLvcQ

Halo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IX9ZyK5L3-A

Medal of Honor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6ivwknQN54

ARMA 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97wFTd2lW34

PUBG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sctOYN2pMs4

Resident Evil 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFuHLUuuzLI

Kill Switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1zW5X0CwTs

Gran Turismo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqlFs3s2JNM

Virtua Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl895zXjfyQ

(Removed) -- Ridge Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D5VHJAE5io

Tomb Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BltNSs9Vzdg

(Removed) -- Resident Evil:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moW4wLlZnHk

Shenmue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8RpDgxAyKI

ICO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPP41ZKtA0c

Myst: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D30r0iRH73Q
System Shock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xap7JLlROSQ

Spacewar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EWQYAfuMYw

Pong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut6Rh-rmGAo

Colossal Cave Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhFrWH0na0A

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uSzmzZP1s8

MUD (Core MUD): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-yhk0chxyk

Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pp2aMs38ERY

Super Mario Bros.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87ViRBWz4-E

Elite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJvdZWhNLiM

Dragon Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5dalWuTitE

Tetris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNbo1AGqKrI

SimCity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A54blk-ojA4

John Madden Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EbPghLpK6c

Civilization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE3t_WuoSwE

Ultima Underworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee4PUcpGSn8

Alone in the Dark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lWaQe8LPW0

Doom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFnOLFd_ByQ

Quake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbCHIYXBts0

Super Mario 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SVLIRthpNc

Ocarina of Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mF9CxAulk04

Grand Theft Auto 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zoLurwbCHM

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 215 - Final Fantasy VII

Final Fantasy VII holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers. For some, it was the first time they really connected with a JRPG. For others, it marked the transition from pixel art games to 3D gaming. Final Fantasy VII owes much to the storytelling work of its predecessor, Final Fantasy VI, led by Yoshinori Kitase. Kitase used his love of filmmaking to add an artistic flair to games, improving on the static scenes most games relied on. With Final Fantasy VII, Kitase aimed to overcome hardware limitations in storytelling. This desire to push beyond hardware constraints also led SquareSoft to break ties with Nintendo and join Sony with their new PlayStation. The marketing of FF VII in the West as more than just an RPG helped it become the first Final Fantasy game to sell more in the West than in Japan, thereby cementing JRPGs in the public's mind.

TCW 157 - Final Fantasy's Tale: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/final-fantasy-s-tale/

FFVI - Sand on my boots!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W79EPTyL7Pc

FFVI - Opera Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwHrQdC02FY

FFVI - Cid's Death and Celes Reaction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHNcwGol0zo

FFVI - Loke and Rachel's Backstory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl7urWIrQTU

FFVI - The Falcon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZA9om3Ezww

The Original Trilogy ILM Special Effects Makers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85MK2GDkoxo

Star Wars Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJguy6wSYyI

Spaceballs Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dZveoBfiww

TCW 053 - This History and Merger of Enix and Square: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-history-and-merger-of-enix-and-square/

TCW 011 - The Genesis of JRPGs: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-genesis-of-jrpgs/

FF IV - Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Njl7aBS0Ah4

FF IV - The Giant of Babil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq6k1gHh_2k

FF VI - Coin Toss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0ZSXwMe678

FF VI - Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAD31P49hsw

FF 7 - An Oral History: https://www.polygon.com/a/final-fantasy-7

Polygon - Final Fantasy VI Tech Demo with Kazuyuki Hashimoto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DTjrY1LXrk

FF VI SGI Tech Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHHdODEMD9c

FF VII Opening Movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CORYpK6_W8

Interview With Hironobu Sakaguchi: https://youtu.be/wucMb3Hcuhc?t=269

Friendly Tap of the Horn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mYHss0Xmus

Following the Blood Trail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkQq79OZIvE

The Midgar Zolom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfqkWu1Yrj8

Knights of the Round cast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv9aI5RkoeQ

Sephiroth's Ultimate Attack - Super Nova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ktc022h9Nj8

Final Fantasy VII Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDz9A4ByHIQ

FF7 Promo Art: https://www.mobygames.com/game/858/final-fantasy-vii/promo/

Aerith's Death: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGuohjmGY3Q

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: FF VII Opening ~ Bombing Mission: https://archive.org/details/final_fantasy_vii_soundtrack/02-Opening+~+Bombing+Mission.mp3

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 214 - The Neo Geo

The Neo Geo was SNK's attempt to create a versatile hardware system for operators, allowing them to swap out games at a reduced cost while also bringing an authentic arcade experience into homes. The system's development was influenced by Capcom, with Street Fighter creator Takashi Nishiyama moving to SNK. The Neo Geo came in two versions: the Multi Video System (MVS) for arcades and the Advanced Entertainment System (AES) for home use. Priced at $650 in 1990 (equivalent to $1,562 in 2024), the console was expensive but initially well-received by operators due to a strong lineup of games and the six-month lag between arcade and home releases. Despite an attempt to introduce a lower-priced CD version, it was too late to compete effectively. Ultimately, the Neo Geo could not keep up with the emerging 3D transition and the more affordable Sony PlayStation.

Alex's Book is available on Humble Bundle again! Through July 28/29 2024!
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TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

Ghouls N' Ghosts (Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taujbsNtNh8

Strider (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVOOiCFktU4

UN Squadron (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY8yMGefNB8

Final Fight (Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0U8U-yqbOs

Uniwar S (Irem - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRrt_OSZnkY

Moon Patrol (Irem - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiHQ6OXgP7Y

Spartan X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsqZs2cQEf8

Street Fighter (1987 Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVLCv-YgWco

Champion Baseball (1983 - SEGA): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCrd1dM8U44

Rodrigo Copetti - Neo Geo Architecture: https://www.copetti.org/writings/consoles/neogeo/

Riding Hero (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwsIuiK7Rjo

Baseball Stars Professional (SNK - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmdAMGmP6O0

Magician Lord (SNK - Neo Geo AES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mTaYFgTlGE

NAM-1975 (SNK Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDjqJDAYA6I

Top Player's Golf (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjcD0DWb06g

Ninja Combat (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV9bgRRHvNo

SNK Neo Geo 1990 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=0rEauZSSl6M

Neo Geo Electronic Gaming Monthly Insert: https://archive.org/details/Electronic_Gaming_Monthly_031_February_1992_Neo_Geo_Supplement/mode/2up

Fatal Fury (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqcYWJfLdSs

Art of Fighting (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Jmt9gvSg-Q

TCW 041 - Beating Them All Up: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/beating-them-all-up/

Johnny Arcade Introduces SNK Neo Geo Save Cards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ps78EWARBE

Samurai Showdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aq9k5Gbh9xg

The making of Samurai Showdown (Polygon): https://www.polygon.com/2017/4/10/15223966/the-making-of-samurai-shodown

Metal Slug (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zR2NN05UT8

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 213 - The Exidy of the 80's and 90's

In our second part, we look at Exidy as we wrap up the 70s and explore their products of the 80s and 90s. They continued developing microprocessor games with a variation on Pac-Man with Mouse Trap. The game was moderately successful during the downturn in the mid-80s. Exidy tried to leverage the power of an Atari 400 computer to create arcade machines with their Max-A-Flex system. Unfortunately, only four games were produced for the system. Their new light gun hardware enabled the creation of some very interesting shooting games, including Crossbow, Cheyenne, and Combat. When Exidy entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy, it was hoped that Chiller would make Exidy popular again in the same way Death Race did in the 70s. Exidy managed to exit bankruptcy and continued to refocus itself on redemption games. However, the company met its end in the early 90s when embezzlement by an employee forced the company to close. The rights to the properties were sold off, allowing Pete Kauffman to retire in comfort.

Starfire Case and Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZNj3JdtJ5c

Starfire Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5r_SM-ugOU

Rip Cord: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww5VNeAYIec

Crash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUAC_2sRx0g

Bandido: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_mMOSUvbLg

Fire One (Cabinet and Pictures): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/fire-one

Fire One (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOl0NR5in5o

Tail Gunner 2 (Cabinet Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdQhexOUzFQ

Tail Gunner 2 (Old Cabinet walk around): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtqlduONDx8

TARG (Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pZk2xQcSUs

TARG (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qaz-xh8igtE

Venture (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CInXyYrp9zI

Venture (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/venture

Pepper II (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/pepper-ii

Pepper II (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOy4eeCrEXQ

Mousetrap (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZ5y3JvOMDo

Mousetrap (Gameplay on Hardware): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKB09AiQC1w

Mousetrap (Cabinet and Repair): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd8fIf_BhMw

Mousetrap (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/mouse-trap

Victory (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/victory--exidy

Victory (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_0LKMV2wT0

Hard Hat (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/hard-hat

Hard Hat (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yow567S3XRs

Whirly Bucket (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Arcade/whirly-bucket

Whirly Bucket (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ur2FLE5jSIg

Fax (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/fax

Fax (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEQo3YPxgqQ

Max-A-Flex System (Overview): https://www.classicarcademuseum.org/exidy-max-a-flex-system

Astro Chase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqEst239p_A

Flip & Flop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9qPSXWmVxs

Boulder Dash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHH0Oayw6CY

TCW 075 - Gunning for Light: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/gunning-for-light/

Crossbow (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/crossbow

Crossbow (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXEOyfPRA0A

Cheyenne (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/cheyenne

Cheyenne (Cabinet & Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcCgqe9BAOE

Combat (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/combat--exidy

Combat (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFsBE70Pdi4

Vertigo (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/vertigo

Top Gunner (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MXYF260JdE

Chiller (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFmN5QlfF5Q

Top Secret (Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/top-secret

Top Secret (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9lGVsVEwoA&t=16s

Hit N' Miss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx2MDXCC7Mg

Who Dunit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cqvwe5aEGjQ

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 212 - The Exidy of the 70's

Following our examination of Ramtek, we now turn to Exidy, founded by Pete Kauffman and Samuel Hawes. Exidy began by producing Pong variants during the Pong boom. John Metzler joined in 1975, creating Destruction Darby, later licensed to Chicago Coin as Demolition Derby. After Metzler left, Howell Ivy revamped the game into the notorious Death Race '98, the first nationwide controversial video game for violence. Exidy's first microprocessor-based game, Car Polo, wasn't a major hit but was ahead of its time, foreshadowing Rocket League's concept of cars pushing a ball into a goal. They continued innovating with popular games like Circus, a precursor to Breakout. We finish our look at Exidy in the 70s with their venture into the computer market with the Exidy Sorcerer, which showed promise but was overshadowed by VisiCalc's release for the Apple II.

TCW 211 - Ramtek: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ramtek/

Art Bell Interview Malachi Martin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8O8-t9M7xDc

Larry King Coaches Conan On His Interview Technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I02Y8hRzpqE

Soft Questions? Larry King Explains His Interview Style: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YqNyfeIyNc

Sean Evans Reveals His Secret Interviewing Technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nq5CWKTUNCQ

'Hot Ones' Guest Impressed by Sean Evans' Questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnhnYABROAg

Hockey Tennis Exidy (Picture Needed): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/hockey-tennis

TV Pinball Case: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/tv-pinball

TV Pinball Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_1kAlO8G6c

TV Pin Game: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/tv-pin-game

Exidy Destruction Derby (Cabinet & Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLMmz1gdTVs

Chicago Coin Demolition Derby (Cabinet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AodIwNpqYQk

Chicago Coin Demolition Derby (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kRQ2OEJkNY

Death Race 2000 (1975 Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp5FUoa4K7c

Death Race cabinet pictures and flyer: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/death-race

Death Race Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Fg-QN6tJPc

Death Race Gameplay (MAME): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBBtt72aJLA

The Media VS Death Race (VGHF Article): https://gamehistory.org/media-vs-death-race/

Score Newspaper Article, Flyer, and Cabinet Pictures: https://www.reddit.com/r/lostmedia/comments/mrnrug/exidys_score_lost_arcade_game_1977_the_first/

Exidy Car Polo Cabinet Picture: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/car-polo

Car Polo Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmZKvLRFpiI

An Introduction to Rocket League: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Os7TTRtF-HI

Robot Bowl (Pictures and Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/robot-bowl

Robot Bowl (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRLdN6dCLu0

Meadows Lanes (Gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14Fj136NZQ8

Meadows Lanes (Pictures and Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/meadows-lanes

Robot Bowl Ball Return Cabinet Picture: https://www.gamesdatabase.org/media/arcade/artwork-cabinet/robot-bowl

Circus (Gameplay Original Hardware): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTxNk1NqTFc

Circus (Cabinet Pictures and Flyers): https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/circus

TCW 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-2/

The Exidy Sorcerer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWseXQDrhJY

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 211 - Ramtek

Ramtek was an unlikely entrant into the video game space. Starting off as employees of Data Disc Corporation, Charles McEwan and John Metzler aimed to use technology to positively impact society. With a focus on high-end displays, money was slow to come in. A local bar, Andy Capp's Tavern, frequented by company's engineers, served as a test site for the new Atari Pong arcade game. Fascinated by Pong, Ramtek's engineers decided to create their own version, marking the beginning of their foray into video games and later electro-mechanical games. One of their top engineers, Pete Kauffman, left to found Exidy to focus solely on video games. For many years, Ramtek's coin-op division sustained the company, ensuring cash flow and becoming the core of their business. Despite setbacks, including a poorly designed baseball game, a failed pinball transition, and a devastating fire at their uninsured Sunnyvale facility, Ramtek recovered and went public in 1978. By then, their high-end display busines had succeeded, reducing the coin-op division's importance. The coin-op business was eventually sold to Charles's brother, Mel McEwan, and continued as Meltec until its sale in 2003.

How do Hard Drives Work?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wteUW2sL7bc

Systtem 370 & 3330 Hard Drive: https://youtu.be/oLnvvOoWnzU?t=430

Fujitsu 14" Winchester HDD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCtlcmzGCTk

IBM 350 RAMAC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTkL4FQL2FI

VHS Tapes - Were they as bad as we remember?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P00QS3lXJeI

How X-Rays see through your skin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsV7SJDDCY4

Gama Camera Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q8MPBrGRqs

Gamma (or Scintillation) Cameras Presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEtYQaEwNwk

Pong Prototype: https://www.historyofinformation.com/detail.php?id=891

More Pong Prototype: https://www.flickr.com/photos/naotoj/15391150690

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

Ramtek Volly: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/volly

Ramtek Soccer: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/soccer

Ramtek Hockey: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/hockey

Ramtek Wipeout Cabinet: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/wipe-out

Ramtek Wipeout Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_TmOD0IHFM

Ramtek Clean Sweep Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRzbgzKSdeo

Ramtek Clean Sweep Cabinet: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/clean-sweep

TCW 201 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-1/

TCW 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/advanced-balls-and-paddles-part-2/

Ramtek's Baseball: https://x.com/GameResearch_E/status/1276734082240729088

Ramtek Trivia: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/trivia

Ramtek Horoscope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibBFg4GQvSQ

Ramtek Dark Invader: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Arcade/dark-invader

Star Cruiser Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-NycOXE7pA

Star Cruiser Flyer: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/star-cruiser

Ramtek Sea Battle Flyer: https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/sea-battle

M79 Ambush Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFqubJx7wig

M79 Ambush Flyer and Promotion: https://imgur.com/gallery/m-79-m79-ambush-videogames-advert-late-70s-ramtek-pLhiWGL

Classic Boom Ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UJ10Vuifdw

Boom Ball Clowns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsCwIYv6o5g

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 210 - Accolade Part 2

In our second look at Accolade, we cover the company’s gradual decline in the 90's leading to its acquisition by Infogrames. The desire to expand into console games grew too strong, and Accolade decided to save money on production costs by clean-room engineering the lockout mechanism on the SEGA Genesis. Meanwhile, SEGA was working on an internal revision that would tie their trademarked logo into the startup handshake. This would give them the leverage they needed to sue anyone who reverse-engineered the system. Accolade managed to get the injunction on their games dissolved, but SEGA still retained the option to sue them. Ultimately, Accolade was forced to settle with SEGA to release their games, which left them with ongoing debt that would continue to haunt them. Accolade continued to struggle to grow their franchises. They had the disastrous release of Bubsy 3D, coinciding with the launch of classics like Mario 64, Tomb Raider, and Crash Bandicoot. In the end, Infogrames acquired Accolade, largely due to its distribution network. However, this acquisition was soon overshadowed by Infogrames’ later purchase of GT Interactive. What little was left of Accolade was merged into Infogrames Inc.

Jack Nicklaus Golf (Konami - NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOitBakgLKo

Star Control (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFHzXAuB1tE

Hardball! (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkeCqRXihJE

Mega Turrican (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6H-qskYLiAE

Onslaught (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-C_CcoE6d4

Mike Ditka Power Football (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xJwyug0_xI

Secrets of the Nintendo Gameboy Logo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1cUIGHZLGA

Les Manley in - Lost in LA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpTnB_nIgcU

Altered Destiney: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMqmjiGrkq0

Star Control II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnV8yQ-OQ0c

Outrun (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EJdB3Hw8xE

Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSkSqtgmBrM

Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVngvbQfkk4

Bubsy Pilot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HRZV5AXBy8

Bubsy II (Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyQ9yuGOylQ

Bubsy in Fractured Furry Tales (Atari Jaguar): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R1Irhk1haU

FAO Schwarz Private Family Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmdHfzkE3-8

TCW 128 - Nintendo in 1985: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-in-1985/

Big - Piano Scene (1988): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF7-rz9nIn4

Test Drive 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKqfnnSFDPg&list=PLPQkf2wwvE4Ln1CY2F2Vrw4ZY1OGXkZwV

Test Drive Off Road: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kJxqImIfOU

Deadlock - Planetary Conquest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BTFq25WWhs

Star Control III: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmPwJKcMGKY&list=PLi8KI0sgXnc43fDeUJh7injkgM69bZ7Rp

Jack Ncklaus 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Zjju2_hesw

Lee Carvallo's Putting Challenge: https://simpsons.fandom.com/wiki/Lee_Carvallo%27s_Putting_Challenge

Bubsy 3D: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ2A36p9D8o

Jumping Flash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAONnDAYJOE

Super Mario 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vT3AaQ77ges

Crash Bandicoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK-h4M4Aetg

Tomb Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byJ5to20C6I

TCW 064 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1/

TCW 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2/

Test Drive 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1PXuzZjRsI

Test Drive Off Road 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWwtC_fwAoQ

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 209 - Accolade Part 1

In part one of a two-part retrospective, we explore how the pressures of the North American video game crash combined with the desire to create more sophisticated products for home computer platforms led Alan Miller and Bob Whitehead to leave Activision and establish their own company, Accolade. Publishing a mix of internally developed and third-party product, Accolade finds success through several popular sports franchises, including Hardball, Jack Nicklaus Golf and, most significantly, Test Drive. By the beginning of the 1990s, the company remains small, but profitable, and is ready to parlay its success on computer platforms to still greater success in the rapidly growing 16-bit console market.

TCW 126 - Activision and Atari: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/activision-and-atari/

TCW 009 - History of Mediagenic Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-i/

TCW 010 - History of Mediagenic Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-ii/

TCW 172 - The Computer Price Wars Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-price-wars-part-1/

TCW 173 - The Computer Wars part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-2/

TCW 174 - The Computer Wars Part 3: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-computer-wars-part-3/

Law of the West (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrMk9RyCWKI

PSI-5 Trading Company (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56E21gQq1TE

Hardball (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=jejblUhw3hU

High Noon Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9CR_tib0CA

Gunsmoke 1966 opening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ui-mzTCmZPE

Hardball (ZX Spectrum): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwuKr6sa0S8

Hardball (Sega Genesis): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkeCqRXihJE

Fourth and Inches (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1672sYyMrg

TCW 156 - Madden for some Football: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/madden-for-some-football/

Sundog: Frozen Empire (Atari ST): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kg_hEY_hy9U

Ace of Aces (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=059zzI6sdxo

Hardball (PC/DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzPHxCO17aw

Empire Strike Back (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcWGvwYWHgY

Jedi Arena (Atari 2600): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKLLpjF0QkM

Mean 18 (PC DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4tX_ZVXwI0

Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf gameplay (PC DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DOeXCiMbG8

Test Drive (PC DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAj1jPvz8t8

Accolade Comics (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkjkycHvHsE

Test Drive (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBl2zpfR3Bo

TCW 122 - A Casual World Part 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-casual-world-part-1/

TCW 123 - A Casual World Part 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-casual-world-part-2/

ISHIDO - The Way of the Stones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZmLAC3pVFM

TCW 094 - Epyx not Epic: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/epyx-not-epic/

Star Control (PC DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSqJ0nPDDzs

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 208 - Two Dunes: The Battle for Arrakis

In this episode, we delve into the expansive universe of Dune, a rich tapestry woven with themes, warnings, and boundless inspiration. Its profound impact extends beyond literature, influencing science fiction and serving as a wellspring of creativity for writers, artists, and futurists alike. Our focus shifts to the realm of gaming as we explore the intricate landscape of adaptations, particularly the simultaneous development of two landmark Dune games by Virgin Games. Cryo Interactive's adventure strategy game "Dune" and Westwood Studio's real-time strategy game "Dune 2: Battle for Arrakis" emerge as distinct creations, each influenced by its respective studio's vision. We navigate the complexities of rights acquisition following Frank Herbert's passing and the lukewarm reception of the 1984 film adaptation, shedding light on the intricate plots and tangled webs that define these two seminal Dune gaming experiences.

DUNE Series Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJ658qV-xAg

What's The Point of Dune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJAyPjX8r2Y
The Original Sand Dunes That Inspired Dune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kU44RjBSXm0

Dune - The Heresy of Frank Herbert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrP7sjBa0hg

Dune's Writing is Incredible. Here's Why.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ms5hDWafhw

Metaethics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOoffXFpAlU

Judging History: Projecting Morals Backwards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2x7aIywXG4

What Makes a Hero: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hhk4N9A0oCA

Why Paul is Not the Hero of Dune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNcsWDc4w2o

Paul Atreides is a Warning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hh1hShH3oHM

Dune (1984) Dune Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzUlXEyvJeA

TCW 133 - Rolling Dice with the Parker Brother's: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rolling-dice-with-the-parker-brothers/

Atari 2600 Dune Prototype: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDwft29dOlM

TCW 017 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Hardware: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW 018 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Software: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

TCW 131 - Sir Clive of ZX: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sir-clive-of-zx/

TCW 194 - The 7th Guest: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-7th-guest/

Cool Spot (Dos): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4I4fHvtUxAs

McDonald Land (1992): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKUDPl9y9xk

Macadam Bumper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0e-jG506wY

TCW 064 - Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1/

TCW 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2/

Captain Blood (Atari ST): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CeNKepH2ut4

Gandahar (Lightyears) Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdrCK5TNG6c

Simpsons - Worker and Parasite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2_dhUv_CrI

(Westwood Studios) - The Legends of Kyrandia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQuBkU3SzxY

Herzog Zwei Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYfYrhT82RM

Military Madness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jv1ddpLkMOY

Populous Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4po_dJZuEQ

Populous Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjPeeJ9gfl0

TCW 050 - Civilizing Sid Meier: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/civilizing-sid-meier/

Civilization 1 Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnfkrhREDDM

(Cryo Interactive) Dune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_B4WPnf-AY

Westwood Studios) Dune 2 - Battle for Arrakis - Atreides Campaign: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOscXf0Fpmk

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 207 - SEGA Saturn Part 2

In the second part of our examination of the SEGA Saturn, we delve into its influences, challenges, and lasting impact. Beginning with a detailed analysis of its pricing strategy, we scrutinize the psychological effect of pricing items at $99, creating an illusion of affordability. We then explore the cultural context in Japan, highlighting the tradition of Otoshidama and its influence on the perception of video games compared to the United States. Additionally, we investigate the collaborative efforts between SEGA of Japan and SEGA of America, particularly in the development of the 32X add-on for the SEGA Genesis. Despite potential advancements, concerns arose about the perceived high cost for a market still viewing video games as disposable toys. The emergence of SEGA's arcade division further complicated matters with the release of Virtua Fighter, signaling the advent of 3D gaming. This shift was notably exemplified by Virtua Fighter's port to the Saturn and the success of SEGA Rally Championship in Japan. Conversely, in the United States, the allure of sprite-based consoles persisted, while the rapidly expanding library of the PlayStation overshadowed the Saturn's appeal.

Reboot 99.99.99: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zt2xW8nh864

KFC Christmas Japan: A Delicious Alternate Reality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFw-TZzqX8M
The Bizarre Japanese Tradition of Having KFC for Christmas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drgKABHouk4

The Original Meaning of Otoshidama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5VH9Vp_Yuc

All SEGA CD/32X Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzG-OAdbpC8

TCW 190 - SEGA and CSK Pt 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-and-csk-part-1/

TCW 191- SEGA and CSK Pt 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-and-csk-part-2/

SEGA Saturn - Nights into Dreams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFxH6-g8FGQ

Virtua Fighter Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7HQ2vspMHA

Japan Sega Saturn Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc3AK8k90xw

Sega Saturn Virtua Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl895zXjfyQ

SEGA Rally Championship (Saturn): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_x_E1wUvzb4

E3 SEGA Saturn Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UrXV53QKmk

PlayStation E3 299: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClvEzZoYb1Y

Tomb Raider (Saturn): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfTnITt-vkU

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 206 - SEGA Saturn Part 1

In this in-depth exploration of the SEGA Saturn, our focus delves into the intricate technology that underpins the console. We delve into the challenges associated with 3D modeling, collision detection, and object occlusion, scrutinizing how the Saturn, primarily a sprite-based system, manages to incorporate 3D elements. The pivotal moment arrives with the announcement of the Sony PlayStation, prompting SEGA's aspirations for enhanced 3D capabilities. SEGA sought Hitachi's involvement to augment the machine's speed for handling 3D demands. Fortuitously, the utilization of the SH2 chip presented an opportunity for two processors to collaborate seamlessly. Our discussion delves into the profound technical intricacies, laying the groundwork for the subsequent episode where we will unravel the repercussions of these technological endeavors for SEGA and the Saturn.

TCW 127 - Dreams of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/dreams-of-sega/

TCW 129 - The Crash That Almost Was: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-crash-that-almost-was/

Workstation VS Desktop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpBWaiWcXAk

Workstation VS Gaming PCs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMSx2MUHSWM

The Abyss - CGI Making of 1989: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAFIUuFRkBA

Terminator 2 Advanced Photorealistic Morphing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37YrnLbQda0

How Did They Get the CGI in Jurassic Park to Look so Good?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4UuQxjFpfU

TCW 087 - Virtual History: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/virtual-history/

Z-Buffer - Friday Minis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9GyYKcLDaw

How Games Have Worked for 30 Years to Do Less Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHYxjpYep_M

Doom Engine - Limited but still 3D: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYGJQqhMN1U

Collision Detection in Quake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLHXn8IlAiA

MDShock: https://mdshock.com/

RISC vs CISK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Rxade2nEjk

Universal Logic Gates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPLg_P9dHNY

Rodrigo Copetti Technical Breakdown Website https://www.copetti.org/

SEGA Saturn Architecture: https://www.copetti.org/writings/consoles/sega-saturn/

SEGA Saturn Polygon Distorted Sprite Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TleepxIORU

Why Was the SEGA Saturn so Hard to Develop On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oa5pIfDvd68

Why Triangulate Game Assets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oY_Ogj9Gh0

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 205 - Shepherd's Mass Effect 2 & 3

In our examination of the second and third installments of the Mass Effect trilogy, we delve into the development of each game and the transformative impact of BioWare's acquisition by EA. Mass Effect 2 marked a notable departure, shifting away from RPG elements towards a more structured shooter, with a renewed emphasis on narrative, albeit sidelining the original game's crew and downplaying choices made in its predecessor. Regrettably, Mass Effect 3 faced challenges, including the departure of its head writer and a departure from the hard sci-fi roots. The third game disappointed fans as high aspirations fell short, particularly in the lack of meaningful impact from player choices on the ending, which itself was criticized for adopting a Deus Ex Machina style conclusion. Despite these setbacks, the series retains a devoted fan base, attesting to its enduring appeal.

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Mass Effect Storyline in 3 Minutes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WfTN57dOVg

KOTOR Conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8F-qqxGPNQ

MASS Effect Conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vSGwx0zvek

Mass Effect Lore - The Asari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb20dR_X1E0

The Dirty Dozen Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ff1V6ywnWcY

ME2 - Mordin Performing Scientist Salarian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj0iJtgHOCI

Mass Effect - Cerberus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_et4nN7LtAA

ME3 Endings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQ1O_w0ksgw

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 204 - Exploring the Mass Effect

In part one of a two-part exploration of the original Mass Effect trilogy, the game emerges as a synthesis of diverse influences from literary books, video games, art styles, TV shows, and movies. Drawing heavily from Bablyon 5 and the TV series 24, the main framework of Mass Effect reflects a blend of narrative inspirations. The art style, inspired by luminaries such as architect Santiago Calatrava, futurist Syd Mead, and John Harris, contributes to the game's visually captivating universe. The initial year of development was dedicated to crafting a compelling hard sci-fi universe. A key goal was to imbue the game with cinematic qualities and broaden its audience appeal, challenging the conventions of RPGs at the time. The innovative use of a dialog wheel, featuring concise words to convey dialog choices, coupled with full voice acting for both player characters and the main protagonist, marked significant strides in the gaming landscape.

KOTR in 3 Minutes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTCSPo7ZuSE

SCTV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFb0L4MQziTjEsJKTbFgm8Q

The Wild Life - Rick Moranis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mM9qvLYeI8

Rick Moranis - SNL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzeyvaj1FiM

"The Final Hours of Mass Effect 3": https://me3finalhours.com/#:~:text=Q%3A%20What%20is%20the%20Final,creative%20process%20behind%20the%20games.

The Complete Deus Ex Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yD54ndTFVU

StarFlight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foX2Mn1TIzk

Hard VS Soft Sci-Fi - What do they mean?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vsbm2YDhItM

The Physics of Space Battles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFOuxAx-dkc

The Truth About Space War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Xs3mGhQGxM

Syd Mead - Visual Futurism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuMIrHlAf2Q

Mr Spock Attempts Mind Meld with V'ger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qpO47Iskac

Santiago Calatrava: https://calatrava.com/

Santiago Calatrava: A selection of projects from all around the world: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEjJXEwicuA

Babylon 5 - Everything You Didn't Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50xmPWmLUko

John Harris - Beyond the Horizon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTuZlYJOw-Q

Book Notes Mass - The Art of John Harris: https://adamrowe.substack.com/p/book-notes-mass-the-art-of-john-harris

24's Jack Bauer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKKTkTMAJBw

Mass Effect 2006 E3 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCvCvqbn4qY

Mass Effect 1 - Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT5HhrIQfrY

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 203 - Alone In The Dark

Despite appearing outdated by today's standards, Alone in the Dark remains a highly influential game in the survival horror genre. Numerous franchises, including Silent Hill, Resident Evil, and Eternal Darkness, either cite or incorporate tropes popularized by Alone in the Dark. Spearheaded by Frédérick Raynal, the game drew inspiration from Giallo films and Alfred Hitchcock's suspenseful works. It pioneered the use of 3D models in a pre-rendered environment with fixed camera angles, a technique later adopted as a staple on the first Sony PlayStation. Despite its significant success, Raynal departed Infogrames due to a lack of recognition, inadequate compensation, and the directive to create a new game with the same engine within a year. Subsequently, he founded his own company, Adeline Software.

Content Warning: The movies and genres referenced may not be suitable for some audiences.

Can You Hack Your Eyes to See Upside Down: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Euwp4C6Wt8A

Dawn of the Dead (1978) Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_EviQj5tvA

The Amityville Horror: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iwa120o7m7k

No Film School - Giallo Firm: https://nofilmschool.com/giallo-film-genre-explained

Horror Press - Horror 101 - Giallo: https://horrorpress.com/misc/5539/horror-101-what-is-giallo-and-why-does-it-matter/

Dario Argento: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dario_Argento

Mario Bava: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_Bava

The Bird with the Crystal Plumage Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UztVF1nJTBo

Suspiria: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPs2ExUL_bc

Alfred Hitchcock: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfred_Hitchcock

Top 10 Alfred Hitchcock Movies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVoVdKOLP04

10 Things You Don't Know About Alfred Hitchcock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9BS9SJxbxc

12 Common Camera Angles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlNviMsi0K0

Popcorn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ea5-eFU3oA

Drakken: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5RlWuY3gXU

TCW 064 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1/

TCW 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2/

Star Glider 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sg3uQM83dl8

Alpha Waves (DOS): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9qAtVwSIV8

PBS Monstrum - The Origins of the Zombie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIGmsxBMnjA

Shadow of the Comet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dwukeu8alE

The Case of Charles Dexter Ward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va7WZT1lVsc

44 Lovecraftian Monsters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDPqZUja9wU

Alone in the Dark - Artwork - Goomba Stomp: https://goombastomp.com/in-retrospect-the-original-alone-in-the-dark/

Alone in the Dark - Retrospective, Analysis and Critique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51YNZV5QAFc

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 202 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 2

Following the release of Breakout by Atari, its influence spread to Japan, sparking a surge in demand that prompted numerous Japanese companies to enter the video game industry by creating clones of the popular game. Seeking innovation, Exidy developed Circus, introducing new elements to the Breakout formula. The widespread appeal of Breakout extended to the home gaming market with Atari and Nintendo releasing ball and paddle games. A standout in this genre was the uniquely designed Warlords, which evolved in parallel as an arcade and console game. Concluding our exploration, we delve into the history of Arkanoid, unveiling its captivating story, including previously unknown details about the creators that have yet to be found in English sources.

Monaco GP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGTGoKR7hUI

TCW 179 - Space Invaders and Nishikado: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/space-invaders-and-nishikado/

TCW 180 - Space Invaders Part II: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/space-invaders-part-ii/

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

TCW 165 - Allied Leisure: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/allied-leisure/

Breakout Cocktail Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCE6zjRujps

Mr Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_BBQWed8Vk

TCW 052 - The Many Faces of Konami: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-many-faces-of-konami/

TCW 077 - Invading Taito Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-1/

TCW 078 - Invading Taito Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2/

Taito TT Block: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTpha-l6ve4

Exidy Circus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFm3b7e2tV8

Breakout and Super Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5xo-IzERu0

TCW 051- Sons of Pong: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

Video Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSdH1I80ESQ

Nintendo Kuzushi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-XAvkZIBQ0

Video Olympics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rie4hsUeDuA

Warlords VCS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDzQ8QhGJdY

Warlords Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y2xYX6h380

Arkanoid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th-Z6QQ5AOQ

TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 201 - Advanced Balls and Paddles Part 1

In this two-part exploration of advancements in ball and paddle games beyond Pong, we delve into the human fascination with balls and trace the evolution of coin-operated games leading to Pong's creation. Ramtek's contributions, especially with Wipe Out and Clean Sweep, spurred Atari to experiment with new ideas, resulting in Pin Pong. Other companies like Midway and Exidy also entered the scene with TV Flipper and TV Pinball, respectively. The narrative culminates with a detailed examination of the Breakout story, shedding light on subtle nuances often overlooked. The exploration concludes with the monumental success of Breakout upon its launch.

TCW 107 - Storytime with a Book: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/storytime-with-a-book/

Screenshots of Whirlwind Bouncing Ball & Extras: https://retrocomputingforum.com/t/footage-of-bouncing-ball-on-whirlwind/2124

Whirlwind Bouncing Ball Simulator: https://www.retrogamedeconstructionzone.com/2021/07/the-whirlwind-bouncing-ball-simulator.html

Amiga Bouncing Ball Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ga41edXw3A

Tennis for Two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PG2mdU_i8k

International Mutoscope Play Hockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=EVdxkIz3pGg

Chicago Coin Goalee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMZE-4C7o8M

Chicago Coin Slap Shot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_GiV7OgFi0

TCW 165 - Allied Leisure: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/allied-leisure/

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

German Elimination/Quadrapong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOV9c8WkWsw

Barrel Pong Replica: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPhSuF70Xhk

Wipe Out Cabinet Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=10453

Wipe Out Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_TmOD0IHFM

Leader Cabinet Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=8401

Clean Sweep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxt_RzAPixg

Pin Pong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ol8g-tKd-nw

TV Flipper Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=10000

TV Flipper Flyer: https://flyers.arcade-museum.com/flyers_video/midway/29173701.jpg

TV Pinball Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_1kAlO8G6c

TV Pinball Cabinet Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=10002

TV Pinball in Early Exidy by Data Driven Gamer: https://datadrivengamer.blogspot.com/2019/10/games-92-95-early-exidy.html

The History of How We Play - A Breakout Story: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2018/12/29/a-breakout-story/

Ones for Wellness - Screaming Therapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5FEqPMFIlQ

Breakout Cocktail Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOGO49j5gCE

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 200 - The History of Handheld Games Part 3

In our concluding episode exploring the evolution of handheld games, we kick off with the Amiga and the allure of bouncing balls before delving into the Atari Lynx, an early and captivating handheld console. Despite its appeal, the Lynx struggled against challenges like its high price, the limited library of engaging games, and subpar battery life, ultimately being overshadowed by the Nintendo Game Boy—a device well-suited for puzzle games. Sega's Game Gear, whose origin may have stolen its design from Nintendo or Epyx- It's complicated. The Game Gear was notable but never had a lasting impact. Gunpei Yokoi took a daring leap with the Virtual Boy, which unfortunately flopped, returning to familiar ground with the Game Boy Pocket. Yokoi's departure coincided with the rise of Pokémon, injecting new vitality into handheld gaming. Yokoi later founded his own company, contributing to the development of Bandai's Wonderswan. This prompted Nintendo's response with the Game Boy Color. Despite various attempts, no other company has managed to dethrone Nintendo as the undisputed king of handheld consoles.

Brownest of the brown Liquors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n39897a9hNk

Amiga Bouncing Ball CES 4K: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlAhRJjOhDg
Atari Lynx Cooler Than You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXZUX8803Wg

Lynx - Chip's Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qw4EFHGemfQ

Lynx - Blue Lightning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKUJsqDux6A

Lynx - Gauntlet The Third Encounter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZplHuUekqF8

Lynx - Kalax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBPNolD7Fmc

Lynx - California Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAc8Su1huLE

Game Boy - Super Mario Land: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGLmpjWTTnI

Game Boy - Tetris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQwohHgrk2s

Game Boy - Doctor Mario: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU9rkqHSiTg

Game Boy - Allyway: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/nyoNner2NH0

Game Boy JP Launch Commercial 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkOk_E_3J0E

Game Boy JP Launch Commercial 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hXxgNT3ib0

Virtual Boy Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn8TFhK87ZM

Types of Batteries Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dId6loUiV_0&t=423s

Duracell Commercial (1982): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOe_Xohknjc

First Energizer Bunny Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiFQsxGUQOI

Game Boy Pocket Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwvZSWQAMak

Game Boy Pocket - Generation Gap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPje2eIf2v8

Pokémon Green: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1-rXw07VNA

Game Boy Pocket and Light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yz24JQpSHY

Game Boy Color Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcRUaEftYJ4&list=PLy22iKf8SNXgNl8NpIqZX5du72dnDdE9F

Bandai Wonderswan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5zLek3wPG8

Pokémon Silver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWVOYuRHaQ8

Space Odyssey: https://archive.org/details/2015MonnensGoldberg

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 199 - The History of Handheld Games Part 2

Continuing in front of a live streaming audience, part two of our exploration into the history of handheld games delves into the pivotal role of LCDs. We kick off with the Microvision and trace the progression through the iconic Game & Watch, credited with saving Nintendo during challenging times and inspiring emulation by companies like Tiger Electronics. Citing the advancements in LCD technology, we culminate with a detailed examination of the enigmatic origins of the Game Boy, dispelling common misconceptions and unraveling a more intricate narrative. The episode concludes just before the release of the Game Boy, leaving listeners on the edge of their seats with a journey through the previously opaque yet fascinating world of handheld gaming history.

How LCD Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbdhbyiHX-s

MicroVision Complete Library: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NmwIvrDR8w

TCW 153 - Nintendo Playing with Cards: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-cards/

TCW 154 - Nintendo Playing with Controversy: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-controversy/

TCW 155 - Nintendo Playing with Toys: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-toys/

Nintendo Chiritori: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KlWqH14EBs

Newton's Rings: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newton%27s_rings

Game & Watch Ball - Unbox and Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ci3BQjuy8hg

Game & Watch Vermin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8EvCmFN_98

Game & Watch Octopus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmkAhLVZFeQ

Game & Watch Gold Series All Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQ26q73FEco

Game & Watch Oil Panic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cLDDCO85nQ

Game & Watch Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdS9VLFtnJs

Tiger Electronics Copy Cat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLs4tAlUxzw

Tiger Electronics Handheld Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkU6-knrDpQ

Tiger Electronics Simon's Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3MI4IEjyUc

Tiger Electronics Golden Axe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJNdy0IgUQQ

Why it is hard to make homemade LCDs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8Sp0WPnVUA

How do color LCDs work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VamqtyatBss

Kids React to Gameboy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pCp8g-VjOs

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 198 - The History of Handheld Games Part 1

Recorded in front of a live-streaming audience, we delve into the captivating history of handheld games, commencing with an unexpected origin—the pocket-sized calculator. The innovative strides made in pocket calculator technology paved the way for toy companies to venture into the realm of handheld electronic games, resulting in classics such as Mattel Football and Auto Race. As advancements and reduced production costs followed, favorites like Simon and Merlin emerged. However, the early games faced a common challenge—the limitations of display capabilities at an affordable price point. To overcome this hurdle, inventive technologies like nixie tubes, VFD displays, and LEDs were harnessed to deliver engaging gameplay experiences. Notably, the VFD display mini arcades left a lasting mark, offering some of the most captivating recreations of popular arcade titles. This is part 1 of a 3-part series, exploring the evolution of handheld gaming and revealing the creative solutions and technological milestones that have defined this interactive landscape.

How it's Made Vacuum Tubes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8n4WVRKkmww

Integrated Circuits Crash Course Computer Science: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-tKOHICqrI

How Pocket Calculators Changed Electronics Forever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goB47Cgqxfs

Nixie Tube Clock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yS5w98xmwI

Nixie Tube Calculator: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k49_PG5CUAk

Eversharp Mechanical Pencil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPoL2Ny4NmA

TCW 025 - Mattel Electronics?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/mattel-electronics/

TCW 177 - The Intellivision Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-intellivision-part-1/

TCW 178 - The Intellivision Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-intellivision-part-2/

Mattel Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQ5TVoVD5Ss

Mattel Auto Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l72CDVzrtiQ

Touch Me Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eV8y2oDzIeg

Simon Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MOBW8f0CU0

Merlin Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZWlIm0jy30

Inside Tokyo's tiniest luxury apartment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZ7Bu_SDJgM

VFD Displays: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkPSDOjhxwM

In a Minute VFD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=tAss5GJRKrg

Slot Cars Racetrack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TlExU8j984

Slot Cars Racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNg2g3oODH8

TonyTronic PacMan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nX86fRdilGc

Epoch Invader From Space Handheld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed4atls32wU

Entex Galaxian 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ov9YiOw-lvA

Entex Pac Man 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqnQzU0erno

TCW 124 - The Visions of Coleco Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-1/

TCW 125 - The Visions of Coleco Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-2/

Coleco Mini Arcade Frogger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzOtMB-lU9c

8-Bit Guy - Mini Tabletop Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iuo0njOI-qE

Entex Adventure Vision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYnCwNKaVAM

Adventure Vision all 4 Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUwS1PipKXQ

Browser Gameplay of Adventure Vision: https://archive.org/details/adventurevision_library

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 197 - The ID of Game Development

ID Software; the makers of many games that are beloved by gamers. Due to the need for rapid development ID was forced to separate game design from the mechanics. Having a dedicated game engine that was focused on visual and support technologies as opposed to the specifics of game design. ID Software utilized tools to make levels, licensing the engine to other companies, and so much more. Many moders of Doom got their start in the video game industry by being level designers for other companies. ID was instrumental in popularizing the structure by which games are made to this day.

TCW 030 - DOOM!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/doom-1479057917/

TCW 192 - Microprose Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/microprose-part-1/

TCW 193 - Microprose Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/microprose-part-2/

Slordax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMj2WlSsg4o

Engine Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrqRuxAkkG8

Commander Keen 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQVk6wmaqAs

Miyamoto Explains SMB 1-1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRGRJRUWafY

Batman Forever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAERGZX_8Og

Commander Keen 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKHUOKVzo0Q

Commander Keen 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3aTzbUPktk

Hovertank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7juV9zo5Tk

Catacombs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EjI3TxSNmI

Castle Wolfenstein Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fgok9eHqO8

Doom II Level 13 City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJSQoUcAoGo

Doom II Level 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzGZZnbMhv8

Strife Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjxJbo9jHFo

American McGee levels Doom: https://doom.fandom.com/wiki/Category:American_McGee_levels

Quake 1 Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHT2TgMX7Rg

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 196 - The Sumerian Game

The Sumerian Game is one of the first uses of video games to help enhance education. Developed using some funds from the National Defense Education Act, the Sumerian game used education techniques where facts and data could be presented not by a teacher, but by a computer. The game itself is notable because it was designed by Mabel Addis, one of the first women to design a video game. Though the game has been lost to time its influence is felt to this day. The first part was the inspiration for Hamurabi, influencing Civilization, and other game designers that followed. We beg to report on this fascinating bit of video game history!

I'm Learnding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKg2ZzPKl2M

NDEA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ChXTy_C3xs

Formal Logic Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_MUDF1d1sU

Formal Logic: https://www.youtube.com/@FormalLogic

Oh No my Brain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZoQxH-il7E

Mabel Addis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mabel_Addis

Hamurabi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R606drkQ_i8

101 BASIC Computer Games: http://www.bitsavers.org/pdf/dec/_Books/101_BASIC_Computer_Games_Mar75.pdf

KAISER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sviiX23UMss

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major online retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 195 - Finding Video Game Copyright

We look at copyrights and video games. Where did they come from? Were video games even creative works that could be copyrighted? If a video game is copyrightable is it like a book or like a movie? We look at how the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Europe answered these questions in game maker's long legal battles to combat counterfeiters, parallel importers, and more. Hey at one point it started a Yakuza war!

TCW 179 - Space Invaders and Nishikado: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/space-invaders-and-nishikado/

TCW 180 - Space Invaders Part II: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/space-invaders-part-ii/

Sea Wolf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipssJjkN2bY

Depth Charge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTuJb4MLGzs

IPM Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBtV4cqqkVQ

Astro Blaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR2kStMWBCs

Star Castle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOFLaa3bmiU

Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_zO5pZJOjU

The Simpsons - The Mob vs. Yakuza: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cte8bG9Bl-Q

Street Fighter II Rainbow Edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNIfE7A9q7Y

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 194 - The 7th Guest

We cover the 7th guest in so much detail it's frightening! This game has everything from a genius bedroom programmer from the UK teaming up with an artist who made some raunchy comics, to bar fights, Twin Peaks, and a Shakespeare troupe. The 7th guest has it all to bring us a game that turned CD-ROM from an expensive luxury to a must-have item for any PC. Join us as we look at all the influences that led to the creation of a horror classic The 7th Guest! Just don't try and beat the virus!

TCW 082 - An Unlikely Paring of Siliwood: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/an-unlikely-pairing-of-siliwood/

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EePWe5JZins

Ballblazer ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOQiy2JB3x8

Ballblazer 11 Version comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tkwWD_BWWQ

Metropolis PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=415OUgctnX0

Defender of the Crown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvW6okgy4wA

Spot the Video Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8Ezmf6z3kM

Twin Peaks the Story Before Season 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_64-4c_E3o

Simpsons Burn's Suit Wiggum's Twin Peaks Dream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICGwfkAYwr0

The Shining Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZQvIJxG9Xs

House on Haunted Hill (1959): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jsnw-RNGKFY

The Fool's Errand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkSKESj9JQA

Jeremiah Nunan House: https://www.loc.gov/item/or0072/

3D Studio Visual History: https://beforesandafters.com/2020/06/04/a-visual-history-of-3ds-max/

7th Guest Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYlMZ-4Jvkw

The 7th Guest Making of VHS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd63F3d2FCI

George A Sanger: https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeASanger

7th Guest Can Puzzle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kakxPvGIAI0

7th Guest Microscope Puzzle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVbYO6BV6BI

The 7th Guest Playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVXyOTnc3Bg

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 193 - Microprose Part 2

In part two of our look at Microprose we focus on the growth of the company with popular games like Gunship, and Sid Meier's Pirates. Wild Bill continued his aggressive push to expand the company moving into the UK market and even the coin-op space. This unfortunately led Sid to step back from the company and become a contractor. Wild Bill took the company public to help cover the costs of missteps but eventually became embroiled in his own troubles with pressure from the board. It was during a time when he was forced to step back from the company, and the release of problematic adventure and role-playing games led the company to be acquired by Spectrum Holobyte.

Silent Service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qz4shxxdero

Gunship DOS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCZUc0d8ol8

Gunship C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8bBV7uzbSs

Airborne Ranger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wEH2c98-Nc

Rules of Wooden Ships and Iron Men: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlT6i1DOeUM

Sid Meier's Pirates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owSCqgpv9AA

How to be a Pirate Captain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YFeE1eDlD0

How to be a Pirate Quartermaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0fAznO1wA8

Captain Blood Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HmoyQcoBd0

Arcade F15 Strike Eagle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7TK56745MM

Command HQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXFwn29ZEpQ

Rex Nebular and the Cosmic Gender Bender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OztH7m4wQzQ

What Magic is This? Alchemy: https://whatmagicisthis.com/2020/01/31/alchemy/

Darklands: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aILjTCfnmI8

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 192 -Microprose Part 1

In the first part of our look at Microprose, we cover the central characters of Wild Bill Stealey and Sid Meier. The duo came from very different backgrounds that helped inform the creative and business powerhouse. Wild Bill had to grow up at a young age after his father's death. This led to him having to manage the home finances, negotiate out of debt, and learn many of the skills that would help him in his military, and business careers. We have covered some of Sid's history in episode 50, but we have a lot of new information with additional research and Sid's autobiography. We cover Microprose's founding with a bet between the two at a convention in Los Vegas, and Wild Bill pushing to have his dream of playing a video game able to realistically represent what it was like to fly a jet fighter.

TCW 050 - Civilizing Sid Meier: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/civilizing-sid-meier/

War Games Ending: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s93KC4AGKnY

Formula 1 Racing (Atari 800): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0H5NhhmnwBU

Hamilton Satisfied: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAu3_H5ECpw

Atari 800 Star Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8YdO6PYViw

Red Barron Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6tbmgml504

Hellcat Ace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwYaQS59UGQ

Chopper Rescue Atari 800: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUyebYD5UO0

Floyd of the Jungle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKuH6oXD8Pg

Wingman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5mMwgrqyYk

MIG Alley Ace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1YRAQGMi9uc

Solo Flight Atari 800: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AGR7DkOkyQ

F15 Strike Eagle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COXuDENwXlI

Example of the F15E Strike Eagle in Digital Combat Simulator: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFDGXcWHYwM

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 191 - SEGA and CSK Part 2

In part two of our look at SEGA and CSK we look closely at the circumstances that lead to Isao Okawa taking direct control as CEO of SEGA. We also take a new look at the circumstances that lead to the financial difficulties with SEGA in lending money inside the company. We have a lot of new insights here behind the problems with the Dreamcast, how Okawa wanted to take CSK and SEGA more network focused, and some of the safeties he put in place in case his ambitions failed. Ultimately with Okawa's passing CSK wanted to go in a more financial services direction, and ended up selling their stake in SEGA to Sammy. Sammy then used this to buy out the rest of SEGA a year later.

TCW 127 - Dreams of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/dreams-of-sega/

Dreamcast Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL5-sx2A0-M Dreamcast News Just Before Release: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqocFElidKI

Dreamcast Launch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT9gseRFzqA

Japan Hidekazu Yukawa Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_nK7j4G6fQ

New episodes are on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 190 - SEGA and CSK Part 1

In this first of a two-part episode about SEGA and CSK, we look at the origin of CSK, and the major players involved. Most notably Isao Okawa who had a history of making bold moves to pivot CSK during uncertain times. SEGA was in the hands of Hayao Nakayama who got Okawa to buy the company from Gulf and Western. Nakayama then worked for many years to transition the corporate structure from a US one to a more traditional Japanese structure. This allowed SEGA to become a public company in Japan. We have a lot more information looking from the CSK Corporation side of things, and in part two look at Okawa taking over SEGA and trying to pivot again as he battled a terminal illness.

How Products are Priced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYqvqScg_j8

Pricing Effect - Why a Higher Price Rag Makes Wine Taste Better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wb3PsQFB3fU

Complete Guide to Business Cards in Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kh0qYdDl4IE

They Create Worlds SEGA Episodes

TCW 005 - The Untold History of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-untold-history-of-sega/

TCW 033 - The Saga of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-saga-of-sega/

TCW 068 - SEGA VS Nintendo Round 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-1/

TCW 069 - SEGA VS Nintendo Round 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-2/

TCW 070 - SEGA VS Nintendo Round 3: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-3/

TCW 127 - Dreams of Sega: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/dreams-of-sega/

TCW 176 - The SEGA Technical Insitute: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-sega-technical-institute/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 189 - The Simulations of Will Wright

In part two we look at the Sim craze with the release of Sim Earth, Sim Ant, and others. It was Sim Ant in combination with the loss of Will Wright's home in the Oakland firestorm of 1991 that laid the groundwork for what would become The Sims. The game went through many iterations, and would not see fruition until the acquisition of Maxis by Electronic Arts. The game became a phenomenal success and was as big a hit, if not bigger, than Sim City. Will Wright continued with the creation of the game Spore which, while heavily hyped, was a very shallow amalgamation of five different games. Will Wright is still trying to make games based on systems, but as of yet none have reached the impact of Sim City or The Sims.

Gaia Hypothesis - James Lovelock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIFRg2skuDI

Sim Earth (SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_t_foiU3fHo

Sim Earth (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOtbazBWijw

SimAnt Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTgrr1PSBaE

E.O. Wilson The Ant "Super Organism": https://ninepbs.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/eow-clip-04/the-ant-super-organism-e-o-wilson-of-ants-and-men/

Oakland Firestorm 1991: https://localwiki.org/oakland/Oakland_Firestorm_1991

Raw Video Oakland Firestorm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NseOhUqZAh0

Oakland Hills Fire Decades Later: https://abc7news.com/oakland-hills-fire-east-bay-1991-department/11141174/

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Kahn Academy): https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/mcat/behavior/theories-personality/v/maslow-hierarchy-of-needs

Christopher Alexander - Life in Buildings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKO3vYjZbcs

The Basic principles of Feng Shui: https://www.thespruce.com/what-is-feng-shui-1275060

1998 Preview of the Sims: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC52jE60KjY

1999 The Sims Q&A with Will Wright: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIWSJH-0_CQ

The Sims 1 Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZB_limVqr8

Panspermia Theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REl20rlZGTw

The Drake Equation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDiD_JS2SEs

Powers of Ten (1977): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fKBhvDjuy0

Yakko's Universe Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_J5rBxeTIk

Spore Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDUIDO-Njho Spore E3 2008: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVH9Q8M8eaQ

Spore Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D680_KJ7SmQ

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 188 - Will Wright's Sim City

We look at the life of game designer Will Wright who developed the hit game Sim City. Wright was, and is a very talented individual with a deep passion for learning. As a child, he was not into video games, and only his interest in robotics led him to investigate computers more. From there he was enamored with the original Flight Simulator and the possibilities it promised. Though it was not until his exposure to Conway's Game of Life that he really took an interest in programming. This led to his development of Raid on Bungling Bay, and from the tools used to make that game, he found more fun in creating a city simulator he call microtopolis. This simulation game would eventually become what we know as Sim City!

Solaris by Stanisław Lem: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solaris_(novel)

What is Montessori in 18 Minutes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ljuw3grZ11Q

Victor Tugelbend: https://discworld.fandom.com/wiki/Victor_Tugelbend

The Cannonball Run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2hGFN8NlLQ

Apple II Flight Simulator: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHdW9RA6skQ

Raster Blaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4n5elO-LLs

Play Game of Life: https://playgameoflife.com/

Documentary on Game of Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kk2MH9O4pXY

Memorable Moments in the Wild Kingdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbJXzwURlRw

C64 Raid on Bungling Bay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CjNj1gfj0I

NES Raid of Bungling Bay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZudVNf7hN0

TCW 084 - Time Shared: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/time-shared/ Servo Basic Concepts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gzo9m0tMD0A

Servomechanism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Servomechanism

Forester's Urban Dynamics and Cities as Systems: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYPO4qFjJ_E

Little Computer People: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrltIjcCqLc

Amiga Sim City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2Ji4qgsWuA

Intellivision Utopia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3__gYnnulw

SNES Sim City Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSjqjR0XeKc

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major online retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 187 - Atari's Sinking Ship

In part two of our look at Atari and the reasons behind the crash of the mid-1980 we see how Atari's handling of the excess product led to its downfall. The idea that they could treat this like any other overstock of products and push through did not consider the consumer's lack of knowledge. Together with the massive price reduction in the hardware for not just the VCS, but also the 5200 further eroded consumer confidence and understanding. By the time Atari started taking the drastic measure they needed to right the company they were sold by Warner because Warner could not afford the depression in stock price. Though logistics may not be the most exciting topic. It really is the core of what lead to the crash, and how Atari got into and failed to manage it speaks volumes about what future companies would need to do in order to survive.

ET Commercial Christmas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7LwjROqsQw

TCW 133 - Rolling Dice with the Parker Brothers: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rolling-dice-with-the-parker-brothers/

2600 Pitfall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pslbO6Fddhw

Skeet Shoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UWJFOUBxTo

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 186 - Atari's Distribution Nightmare

In this first part deep dive at the fall of Atari and the video game industry, we look closely at the distribution nightmare and the factors forming it. There is a lot of new information here, and we drill down deep on the factors that led to the early 80's video game crash. Though many wish to blame ET, or bad games causing the crash, in reality, it really was an unsustainable distribution problem that some people saw coming, but a variety of factors was not dealt with. Join us in this part one of learning the truth, at least for what we know now, cause of the great video game crash!

Lefty Sells an 8: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfelvI_ikf4

Fleetwood Mac Rumors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLfcwDZ5GzQ&list=PL6ogdCG3tAWjN3nOVWjA6DCwYYKAMk5-f

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 185 - A Very Naughty Dog Pt 2

In our continuing look at Naughty Dog, we examine the continuing development of Crash Bandicoot and the Jax and Dexter series. After Sony's acquisition of Naughty Dog, and during the development of Jak 2, Andy and Jason decided to part ways with the company to focus more on their personal lives. They did help in training people to take their place. These new people at the helm led to the creation of Naughty Dog's most famous franchises. Uncharted and The Last of Us. Games that really pushed forward what is possible for storytelling in video games.

Polygon Man: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polygon_Man

Sony E3 1996: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHTNTuiOt7s

1984 Macintosh Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zfqw8nhUwA

Crash Bandicoot Nintendo Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTi5EaocGaY

All Crash Bandicoot Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLdQczq3NMM

Crash Bandicoot PSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK-h4M4Aetg

Crash Bandicoot Japanese Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RS3rpyTqoUs

Crash Bandicoot Japanese VS America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqL2XffOBA0

Crash Bandicoot 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmnq7yedAzI

Crash Bandicoot Warped: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HG-NRnGp3RA

Crash Team Racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQDWEIiKN6E

Jax and Daxter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lpq3zVXs9A

Michael Jordan Chaos in the Windy City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJcIjxfFKdA

Legacy of Kain Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ysxs_oErmWo

Jak 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLIWS4QDc6Q

Uncharted Drake's Fortune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0XhMMjFjBU

Gears of War PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yecvln9dTOI&t=72s

Kill Switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1zW5X0CwTs

ICO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZC_FzeRz4Y

Uncharted 2 Among Thieves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EhpxpPeTKE

Uncharted 2 Train Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXaOguzFHTE

DAVID BENIOFF on City of Thieves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9P_QI0FoTnE

John Hartigan - Sin City: https://sincity.fandom.com/wiki/John_Hartigan

Intro to The Last of Us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BC_HB7wDYg8

Quark about Humans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-D2SHNqkjbY

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 184 - A Very Naughty Dog Pt 1

Before "The Last of Us" what eventually became Naughty Dog was founded by two teens Andy Gavin, and Jason Rubin. They were drawn into the uncharted waters of computers by making their first published game Ski Crazed. From there they put on the rings of power to become the youngest game developers for EA releasing a game to outdo Ultima on the Sega Genesis. But EA pulled a thieving move and denied them a reprint of the ambitious game. The dream of them being game developers would have died there had it not been for a new warrior in the console market to challenge them to make a game for the 3DO. With that glorious victory, they went to Hollywood and found that they could get universal recognition by getting Sony to use a Bandicoot to crash onto the world stage.

Internet Archive Byte Magazine: https://archive.org/details/byte-magazine?tab=collection

How to use a Drawing Tablet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb8FtNJOGS4

Ski Crazed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVuE_NegOdg

Ski Crazed Box Art and Manual: https://mirrors.apple2.org.za/ftp.apple.asimov.net/documentation/applications/misc/Ski%20Crazed%20manual.pdf

Dream Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCX5pMzyX8A

Keef the Thief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pinzMVl4Tx0

Rings of Power Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fjTHAd2wYs

(Explicit) 1994 Wolf - Werewolf Transformation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzH9gsafQpo

Way of the Warrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q_xRzWTI4E

7th Guest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45Z-Q5KVTyI&pp=ygUJN3RoIGd1ZXN0

Crash Bandicoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK-h4M4Aetg

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 183 - A Working Model of Vending

The arcade industry had many influences. From traveling fairs, clockmakers, and more. Eventually, with the invention of putting a coin-activated door on tobacco boxes in bars, the idea inspired others to make coin-operated vending machines and cast iron banks that were marked as toys but were used for gambling in bars. This is a deep dive into where the coin-op industry came from and we can see some of these influences that carried on to the modern day.

Penny-in-the-Slot Automata and the Working Model: https://www.amazon.com/Penny-Slot-Automata-Working-Model/dp/0709074085

Glockenspiel in Munich: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsfxTyhCzr8

Cuckoo Clocks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6lCQvEUf-U

Lost art of Automatons alive again: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7oSFNKIlaM

HUGO Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG9rvNhdOX8

Revolutions S3: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/484J9T0QdvFdlaq5M5tUcs

Exposition des Produits de I'industrie Française: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exposition_des_produits_de_l%27industrie_fran%C3%A7aise

Virtual Tour of the Great Exhibition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSlP6jQLPwI

The Surprising History of Vending Machines: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6lxjx4ZzBM

10 Church Bell Cover Songs: https://www.readersdigest.co.uk/culture/music/10-incredible-church-bell-cover-songs

The Penny Arcade - The Working Model: https://penny-arcade.info/working-models

Penny Cast Iron Bear and Indian Bank: https://www.pbs.org/video/antiques-roadshow-appraisal-cast-iron-penny-bank-ca-1900/

Horse Race Mechanical Bank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLSN3MTEDP0

TCW 007 - History of the Arcade: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-the-arcade/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 182 - The KOEI Dynasty

We continue our look at KOE and their move onto the console space. This transition is rocky due to the increased costs of cartridge manufacturing. They were able to secure funding by holding a luncheon at the Imperial Hotel for distributors. They were able to start production on Nobunaga's Ambition for the NES. From there they continue to improve setting up development groups to explore new opportunities. The company was still niche until Dynasty Warriors 2 where they could finally move to mainstream gaming. When KOEI acquired Taito, doors opened to other companies' intellectual properties. This led to games like Dynasty Warriors Gundam, Hyrule Warriors, Dragon Quest Heroes, and Fire Emblem Warriors. The company continues to expand and thrive today by helping Nintendo produce the popular Fire Emblem Three Houses, and the RPG NIOH. Still led by the founders in their 70s Yoichi and Keiko Erikawa are truly the power couple of the video game industry!

Ishin no Arashi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DPZoxThbiA

Pictures of Nobunaga's Ambition Famicom Cart: https://japanretrodirect.ocnk.com/product/1834Imperial Hotel Advertisement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKbnsY3uxO4

Imperial Hotel Tokyo Dinning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kG0tOFciWRw

Uncharted Waters NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbwY4TGd5M4

Winning Post: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMoXa_hgmns

Angelique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXdUcDBM0s4

WinBack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwELCSF0YBg

Dynasty Warriors 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-p0keIVNNHA

Dynasty Warriors 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4GpDnf4wqk

Nobunaga's Ambition Online Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kqx101PC3w

Dynasty Warriors Gundam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqtJwFIv3OQ

Hyrule Warriors Definitive Edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L79pjJAZ14Q

Dragon Quest Heroes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAABK1M0PII&list=PLGKJJhcJXlNzN9nddSJPe0HtjMuhtymL7

Fire Emblem Warriors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGzTii3RBDA&list=PLtJifsYDxDHGZtOx2H7IkHEksUj9kN3sc

Fire Emblem Three Houses: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhLqZh8DkZc

NIOH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aa1GrqelJC8

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 181 - The Fabric of Koei

We look at the company KOEI and the power couple Yoichi and Keiko Erikawa. Keiko came from the city and had a love of design and investing. Yoichi came from the Japanese countryside and loved games and local history. Yoichi made board and card games based on historical events and people. They met in college when Yoichi rented a room from Keiko's grandmother, and after some time fell in love. Yoichi was pressured by his father to go into the family's failing textile business. Eventually, he and Keiko struck it out on their own. Yoichi and Keiko founded Koei working as a textile business, but they ended up developing software and games for the NEC PC in Japan. This episode is a fascinating case of the parallel evolution of video games and many firsts for the Japanese market.

We discuss erotic games at a PG 13 level from 0:53:50 to 1:00:55. The material may not be appropriate for younger listeners.

What Magic is This? - The I Ching: https://whatmagicisthis.com/2022/07/30/the-i-ching-with-dan-lowe/

The I Ching for Beginners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AM0tfQ1fUXs

Kawanakajima no Kassen [川中島の合戦] (PC-88, 1982): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMBtDC4vQLM

Stratego: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3R7d0A9ymwQ

Toushi Game: https://koei.fandom.com/wiki/Toushi_GameToushi Gêmu: https://fm-7.com/museum/products/57makg0v/

The Dragon & Princess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1nQueo2fkw

Dungeon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StPVDnH7q8s

Dungeon NEC 8001: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TChUIWoeI

Explicit Night Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7Wk-LRCDgU

Explicit Danchi-zuma no Yuuwaku: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgknYAH_nn8

Explicit Orandazuma wa Denkiunagi no Yume wo Miruka?: https://koei.fandom.com/wiki/Orandazuma_wa_Denkiunagi_no_Yume_wo_Miruka%3F

Nobunaga's Ambition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mfjo1OqsjRo

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 180 - Space Invaders Part II

In part two of our look at Space Invaders we explore the impact of the game on Japan and the world. Space Invaders started off rocky, but operators soon realized that players were crazy for the game. Popularity exploded, and Taito was unable to fulfill the orders coming in. This led to the licensing of popular products to other companies in Japan. A move that would see itself repeated as the golden age of arcades continued. We also clarify the 100 Yen Myth/Truth of Japan. Where the legend came from, and what we think the reality is. Finally, we look at the expansion into the United States and Europe, and how the end of the boom in Japan helped to bring Space Invaders into Europe and other nationalities.Blue Shark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5P692hzleQ

I'm in danger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8ZbpxV382U

Space Invaders Attract Mode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvomS1YMV90

Disco Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byQnpyLod6Y

Best of Yellow Magic Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrBAVAaREd8&t=3s

Jatre Specter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aj8PwZaWLo

IPM Invader: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ircX-nH5J9I

Space Invaders and the 100 Yen Myth: https://www.academia.edu/3672374/Insert_Coin_to_Play_Space_Invaders_and_the_100_Yen_Myth

Space Invaders Targets Coins: https://www.academia.edu/2568838/Space_Invaders_targets_coins

Spaces Invaders Part II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ul7epE6Fryw

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 179 - Space Invaders and Nishikado

We look at the life and career of Tomohiro Nishikado, and the life influences that led to his creation of one of the most influential games ever made. Space Invaders! Starting life at the tail end of World War II, Nishikado always had a rebellious streak wanting to get into electronics then follow his mother into education. After some difficulty with school he eventually graduated from Denki University with an electronics degree, during this time, this time he fell in love with coin-op arcade games. Eventually through the help of a friend he landed a job at Taito's subsidiary, Pacific Amusements. Despite not liking his placement at the company, Nishikado continued to work there out of loyalty for his friend. He eventually worked on Sky Fighter, Basketball, and Super Road 7. Eventually as the industry shifted to microprocessors, and TTL hardware he eventually made Space Invaders!

TCW 077 - Invading Taito Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-1/

TCW 078 - Invading Taito Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2

Sky Fighter II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxpCrYBWdtk

Taito Basketball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiTrWumX00s

Super Road 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vO6BZIEZ8xw

Super Road 7 Internals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ja8x_ZCklg0

Speed Race US and Japan Ver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jc9_xrD2_M

Western Gun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbnYBB42J6c

Interceptor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50zEbS2cgEc

Midway Sea Wolf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipssJjkN2bY

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJMr36hLY38

Space Invaders Cocktail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3hyLWCuMew

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 178 - The Intellivision Part 2

In part two we look at how Mattel starts aggressively marketing the Intellivision by directly attacking Atari in its advertisements. New leadership by Josh Denham helped to foster this and to rework the production of the Intellivision to make it for cheaper. This lower cost model was released as the Intellivision II. Still some in the company were still wanting to do a computer, but it proved to be too complicated and expensive to bring to market. They settled on releasing a lesser computer attachment that allowed for some peripherals. Ultimately through a combination of their own problems, and the looming home console crash Mattel nearly went out of business, and spun off Intellivision where it continued to limp along in the shadows all the way to the early 90's.

1983 Pepsi Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghMYzo0rgrw

1981 Pepsi Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FhxujFUJlQ

Grey Poupon Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvDazrJuSdA

Most Interesting Man in the World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guMrgRKKENI

Intellivision VS Atari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCgG7Y-XqEwGeorge Plimpton For Intellivision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYLly625cXE

PBA Bowling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-X8MFOGuRo

TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuit: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/

Triple Action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li_LM6t6smo

Blockcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5v-0CwiabZA

Snafu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCmEcc4c1tk

Space Armada: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEL0Ufhnb4w

Astrosmash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osSe8nzu1m0

Atari VS Other Companies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqTxWZerumo

Space Games Commercial Intellivision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1O17bGSd9SU

Intellivision Master Component and Keyboard Component: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdveJuwHuGMECS and Music Keyboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5NMV-nEh6Q

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 177 - The Intellivision Part 1

In part one of our look at the Intellivision we look at the rocky road that made the system almost not come to market. The system had issues with both settling on chipsets to use as well as production problems. Not only was the system delayed multiple times, but the price kept going up. The Intellivision was marketed as an a gateway into computing in the home. It had a keyboard that was delayed for price reasons that was supposed to ship with the console itself. Software for the console was initially four titles. Though other games came out after launch more towards the late 1980's. The console was met with a luke-warm reception, and it looked like it would be doomed to failure. In part 2 we will see how the Intellivision eventually became a beloved classic console only to be taken out by the great video game crash.

Star Fire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwELyhziVmc

Math Fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6abEkPjF5S0

Backgammon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Yep6Hw_ASk

Black Jack and Poker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hohwmmlwtLQ

Armor Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Co3Wuc4JGDA

Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkFnN49ayo8

Basketball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9VpZ-1fmMo

Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU9EQqQIDD0

Hockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aErbUNzmsU

Soccer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7TCqhw9_ycTennis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9o9ZIRhAjLA

Skiing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G746FCsE_ko

Roulette: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-wg3gutags

Horse Racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXKFQEq675o

Word Fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q4kJdGK-v8

Sea Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpurLrUYuqo

Space Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQ8T5bojWgE

TCW 025 - Mattel Electronics?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/mattel-electronics/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 176 - The SEGA Technical Institute

SEGA has had a long history of mixing the west and Japanese ideas. To that end, we look at the SEGA Technical Institute or STI. A project to blend the best of Japanese and American developers to create unique games with worldwide appeal. Many talented people worked for STI, and this blending was realized with the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. However, success was short-lived as interpersonal issues with the staff lead to a fracturing of the team. Each side put out interesting product, but nothing quite like the success of Sonic.

Marble Madness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzlA1JTPMto

Captain EO (1986): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qy8w2xRpIIg

SEGA Scope 3D: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYUBSV6u0Z8

SEGA Scope 3D Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMoMbXZCbT4

Shinobi Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFlTWKccFLg

Dick Tracey Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4rzqSsqaqA

Dick Tracey Mega Drive/Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6e5qK7sGPQ

Phantasy Star: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3P-3GsiRIw

Ghouls 'n Ghosts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsMiyr9M6lM

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Bonus Stages: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg6cIOsVojg

STUN Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6CPtjyr19M

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cr1rqVcIhA

Castle of Illusion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eueZcpay-lQ

Sonic Spinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzPpRPDRQvA

Casino Night Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmdseeZBiz4

SEGA SVP Chip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZHFbLfvb8w

Pinball Drams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UNGMiPETXo

Comix Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS-F0UFezFA

A-ha - Take On Me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djV11Xbc914

The Ooze: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoIXkIgiyuc

Nights Into Dreams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkXKYJ0SBl4

Die Hard Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkVdJXolW_0

Other episodes on SEGA!=====================

TCW 005 - The Untold History of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-untold-history-of-sega/

TCW 033 - The Saga of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-saga-of-sega/TCW 068 - SEGA VS Nintendo Round 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-1/

TCW 069 - SEGA VS Nintendo Round 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-2/

TCW 070 - SEGA VS Nintendo Round 3: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-3/TCW 088 - Gotta Go Fast!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/gotta-go-fast-1555215841/

TCW 127 - Dreams of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/dreams-of-sega/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 175 - Shady Cocktail Cabinets

We look at the formation of cocktail cabinets in lounges and cocktail bars. There was an untapped market in these upscale establishments. The problem came from being able to break into the established coin-op industry. This led to some shady practices by various marketers targeting investors who did not know the industry. The cocktail cabinet design promoted quiet play while sitting down enjoying drinks and food unlike most upright cabinets. Cocktail cabinets were somewhat popular for a few years, but ultimately was a fad that was short lived. The companies involved in the industry mostly went under when their popularity dwindled.

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

Barrel Pong: https://i.redd.it/w7iyqqalrvk41.jpg

Flim Flam: https://www.aussiearcade.com/topic/81095-flim-flam-1975-pong-clone-pcb-by-meadows-games-inc/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major online retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 174 - The Computer Wars Part 3

In our conclusion of the live stream, and our look at the computer price wars we see the implosion of the home computer market in the 1980s. The main players were trapped in a race to the bottom. Eventually, Commodore was able to beat out Texas Instruments. This also took out the smaller players like Coleco and Mattel. In the end Commodore was able to dominate the market for a few years. Eventually, they were overcome by the PC clones. But that is another story.

Commodore 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpXFB8ZEH30

TCW 124 - The Visions of Coleco Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-1/

TCW 125 - The Visions of Coleco Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-2/

TCW 016 Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and the Disciples: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/early-computer-game-platforms-the-trinity-and-the-disciples/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 173 - The Computer Price Wars Part 2

In part two of our look at the computer price wars, we dive deep into the major players. Commodore with the VIC-20 and Texas Instruments with the TI99/4A were the major players. Other players included Apple, the TRS-80 Color, and even the US version of the ZX Spectrum. As fears mounted that Japanese PC makers would eventually price out the US computer makers, efforts were made to drive the prices of home computers lower and lower. The opening shots of the price war included using celebrity endorsements for the major players. Discover the history of how Commodore and Texas Instruments took down a whole industry!

SRAM and DRAM More in Depth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rNEtAz3wJQ

What is DRAM?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waU7U_7-mpk

TCW 131 - Clive of ZX: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sir-clive-of-zx/

8-Bit Guy - The VIC 20: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg04GyhS3ss

TRS-80 Color: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUa1s9uFKHs

Commodore VIC-20 William Shatner Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JAU9Ntpoms

TI 99/4a: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0puBoKpvEjY

Bill Cosby Texas Instruments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eV0t4QIINLI

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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SRAM and DRAM More in Depth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rNEtAz3wJQ

What is DRAM?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waU7U_7-mpk

TCW 131 - Clive of ZX: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sir-clive-of-zx/

8-Bit Guy - The VIC 20: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg04GyhS3ss

TRS-80 Color: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUa1s9uFKHs

Commodore VIC-20 William Shatner Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JAU9Ntpoms

TI 99/4a: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0puBoKpvEjY

Bill Cosby Texas Instruments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eV0t4QIINLI

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and major online retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 172 - The Computer Price Wars part 1

Part one of our live recording as we cover the Computer Price Wars. We focus on the development of the PC market. The state of computers in the home. The hobbyist computer market, and the major players involved. We see the rapid development of computers and the shift to pre-assembled PCs. We wrap up by looking at the major players of the late 70s and early 80s. The build-up to a price war that would eventually devastate the entire industry.

TCW 025 - Mattel Electronics?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/mattel-electronics/

The Story of the Mattel Aquarius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReUNJLwqSbo

APF Imagination Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvgpcZ1m4XY

Atari 800 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA-euwYrAzw

TRS 80 Model 1 Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-6_D3cRXws

Star Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxbYwekgRz4

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW 025 - Mattel Electronics?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/mattel-electronics/

The Story of the Mattel Aquarius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReUNJLwqSbo

APF Imagination Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvgpcZ1m4XY

Atari 800 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA-euwYrAzw

TRS 80 Model 1 Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-6_D3cRXws

Star Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxbYwekgRz4

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 171 - A Rogue's Survival Part 2

In part two we look more closely at the evolution of rogue and its descendants. The game Hack which lead to the development of NetHack, and Moria. These games continued down branching paths to have influences on MMOs, Diablo, and others. We then jump ahead to the modern indie scene, and how the random generation aspects were adapted to create Spelunky. Spelunky in turn inspired other creators to create games using random generation elements. The most notable of these being The Binding of Isaac, FTL, and Crypt of the Necrodancer. It is through these four games that we can see that the concept of randomly generated maps and scenarios are not limited to dungeon crawls, or ASCII art. The concepts can be brought into other genres including platforming, real time strategy, and rhythm games.

NetHack: https://www.nethack.org/

uMoria: https://umoria.org/

Castle of the Winds: https://archive.org/details/win3_CasWin1

Spelunky: https://spelunkyworld.com/original.html

Spelunky Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=em8cU6qcUkw

Kagirinaki Tatakai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFHdvrn6_MM

Dwarf Fortress: http://www.bay12games.com/dwarves/

The Binding of Isaac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU8EEHy9vR0

FTL Faster Than Light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNc06T_ywcs

Red November: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ox9vubjkZ8s

Battlestar Galatica: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0elLcYrPq0

Crypt of the Necrodancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcCW2gx4YvA

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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NetHack: https://www.nethack.org/

uMoria: https://umoria.org/

Castle of the Winds: https://archive.org/details/win3_CasWin1

Spelunky: https://spelunkyworld.com/original.html

Spelunky Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=em8cU6qcUkw

Kagirinaki Tatakai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFHdvrn6_MM

Dwarf Fortress: http://www.bay12games.com/dwarves/

The Binding of Isaac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU8EEHy9vR0

FTL Faster Than Light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNc06T_ywcs

Red November: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ox9vubjkZ8s

Battlestar Galatica: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0elLcYrPq0

Crypt of the Necrodancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcCW2gx4YvA

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 170 - A Rogue's Survival Part 1

We start looking into Rogue by looking at the computer systems that helped to spawn its creation. We cover the history of UNIX. The development of UNIX is tied heavily to the development and distribution of Rogue. Rogue was programmed in partnership between Michael Toy and Glenn Wichman. The game featured extensive replayability. The game started to spread through early UseNet and inspired others to create similar games.

TCW 084 - Time Shared: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/time-shared/

AT&T Archives The UNIX OS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc4ROCJYbm0

C Programing Language with Brian Kernighan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de2Hsvxaf8M

AT&T Archive The Bell System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBPTM_irIco

ADM-3A: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzmB-Eow5P8

Bill Joy Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEUXI3I_IZg

What is ASCII?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zB85kTs-sEw

Characters Symbols, and the Unicode Miracle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MijmeoH9LT4

The Hidden Early History of Unix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuzeagzQwRs

UUCP: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UUCP

FreeBSD: https://www.freebsd.org/

Rogue on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1443430/Rogue/

NetHack: https://www.nethack.org/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major online retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 169 - Activision and Kotick Part 3

In our final part on Activision and Kotick we see how Activision continued to develop and acquire new IPs. With Spycraft they were in on the Siliwood era of games a trend that continued with Zork Grand Inquisitor. Attempts were made to gain further ground with games like Interstate '76, Big Game Hunter, and Apocalypse. However it was not until Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, Call of Duty, and the eventual acquisition of Activision by Vivendi that Bobby Kotick was able to realize his goal of becoming the largest 3rd party developer!

Spycraft The Great Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHWFO6SL-wY

Zork Grand Inquisitor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sEvzdefXk8

Interstate '76: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLB-dUOUg6Y

Pixel Blurring: https://www.reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/comments/rwtc13/not_just_imagination_due_to_pixel_blurring_older/

FF1 CRT VS LCD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Z_6Uoea_DI

Big Game Hunter 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHBUVdxQUEU

Heretic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7niU6A3yYeU

Hexen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwqGlFjgAOw

Hexen 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgHq_muqeH0&list=PL30CJwxIgVycgZ1Cw_5WeejC0CbDBfg79

Apocalypse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM191mkD3U0

Top Skater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx9vMnLAglQ

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEGVwVz_ZRw

Real Life James Bond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roAKodJ3TuM

Medal of Honor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6ivwknQN54

Medal of Honor Allied Assault: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTH8A7Q9V54

Call of Duty Finest Hour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pn0qx_PL7M

Call of Duty (pc): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7KJ7yDJDGk

Shoot to Kill British Training Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXqwh2o_zzs

American VS German Automatic Weapons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkUom-XkgC0

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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Spycraft The Great Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHWFO6SL-wY

Zork Grand Inquisitor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sEvzdefXk8

Interstate '76: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLB-dUOUg6Y

Pixel Blurring: https://www.reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/comments/rwtc13/not_just_imagination_due_to_pixel_blurring_older/

FF1 CRT VS LCD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Z_6Uoea_DI

Big Game Hunter 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHBUVdxQUEU

Heretic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7niU6A3yYeU

Hexen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwqGlFjgAOw

Hexen 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgHq_muqeH0&list=PL30CJwxIgVycgZ1Cw_5WeejC0CbDBfg79

Apocalypse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM191mkD3U0

Top Skater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx9vMnLAglQ

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEGVwVz_ZRw

Real Life James Bond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roAKodJ3TuM

Medal of Honor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6ivwknQN54

Medal of Honor Allied Assault: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTH8A7Q9V54

Call of Duty Finest Hour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pn0qx_PL7M

Call of Duty (pc): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7KJ7yDJDGk

Shoot to Kill British Training Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXqwh2o_zzs

American VS German Automatic Weapons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkUom-XkgC0

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major online retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 168 - Activision and Kotick Part 2

In part two of our look at Activision under Bobby Kotick's leadership. We see how Activision's franchises and licensed properties were leveraged for revenue. We look at how Activision had to revive the entire development apparatus from scratch. They used the animation skills of a Disney-trained trained animator for Pitfall the Mayan, Adventure. Finally, Activision was able to firmly gain footing, and regain profitability with the release of MechWarrior 2!

The Manhole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JC2AgMnTFd4

Leather Goddesses of Phobos 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eA0rPwUcQmQ

Return to Zork: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSoT0Ty8MVQ

The Fox and the Hound Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbuIeTHh4To

The Black Cauldron Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isAtOHLiMH8

Tron Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtyHX7z8fi8

Technological Threat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiTgoRR3tbk

Ferngully - The Last Rainforest Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dzqyc95zcxo

Pitfall The Mayan Adventure(SNES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G34rcaK11W0

Pitfall The Mayan Adventure (Sega CD): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P86I5GgsLZM

BattleTech The Crescent Hawk's Inception: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rtXTFtyQms

Mechwarrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuxySqjb5X8

Dos Protected Mode Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAyQLV5bbb0

Why you need DOSBox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZmlfmK619g

Mechwarrior 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0mSdnxM7fc

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 167 - Activision and Kotick Part 1

In part one of our look at Activision and Bobby Kotick we look at the early life, and history of the man. We see from an early age how business was always a driving factor in his life. Furthermore, we see some of his early companies and challenges as he transitioned into the technology field. With the help of influential businessman Steve Wynn, Bobby Kotick was able to start a software company. Wynn further helped in financing the eventual buy-in of Mediagenic when the company was floated as a cheap way to get into the game market by Nintendo. We finish by looking at how Kotick and others took control of Mediagenic and renamed it Activision. With the need to file for bankruptcy Kotick has the long task of building up the company from scratch. Promising investors to at least break even over the next four to five years.

TCW 009 - History of Mediagenic Part I: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-i/

TCW 010 - History of Mediagenic Part II: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-ii/

TCW 126 - Activision and Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/activision-and-atari/

Bobby Kotick in Moneyball: https://www.engadget.com/2011-08-07-why-bobby-kotick-has-a-cameo-in-moneyball-the-charitable-conclu.html TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/

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Alex's book, published Dec 2019, is available at CRC Press and at major on-line retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 166 - Centuri

We look at the rebirth of Allied Leisure under new management and funding. The company found a niche importing Japanese games from lesser known companies. They also continued to leverage licensing to do cocktail cabinet styles of popular games. Most notably the big four games that made the company rocket to the top were: Eagle, Phoenix, Pleiads, and Vanguard. Later on the company would join into a partnership with Konami to import their games. With Japanese companies opening their own manufacturing in the states the deal with Konami ended. That combined with other issues lead to Centuri going out of business a few years later.

Eagle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zuq0ptnKRw

Moon Cresta: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl5stQgPGYQ

Phoenix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eUUTZhkb1Y

Pleiads: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5YEx4-3TBo

Vanguard Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plZd5MzIELI

Vanguard Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MwVWsHBm5g

The Pit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTIjYc-ZH-A

Tunnel Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6HqxB8eQ_w

Track and Field: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozcE8qzTdHo

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 165 - Allied Leisure

We look at the origins of the coin-op company Allied Leisure! The company came from a coin-op veteran who wanted to help his son establish a company he could call his own. Despite some notable successes Allied Leisure was plagued with quality issues in production. They made some unique games in coin-op with F-114, their pong clone, and pinball with cocktail cabinets. Unfortunately many setbacks including a fire, the death of Robert Braun, the stigma of the company being known as Allied Looser, and the near liquidation of the company when the bankruptcy was declared. Allied Leisure had a fascinating history and would be reborn as Centuri when David Braun sold the company.

Slot Cars in the 60's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFQWsUABpPk

Monkey Bizz Flyer: https://flyers.arcade-museum.com/?page=flyer&db=arcadedb&id=1088ℑ=1 Picture of Unscramble: http://www.pinrepair.com/arcade/unscram.htm Wild Cycle Cabinet Unboxing and Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhInZ6cUSL0

Wild Cycle Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fij6jpYb1T0

Sonic Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ8AAxGOvHQ

Spoolsville: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esLVT3A9Bfg Sea Hunt Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSzLZ6BQJBs&t=1s Sea Hunt Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5fkypjoKts

Paddle Battle Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=8963

Pictures of Tennis Tourney: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=10072

Ethan Johnson's Article History of How We Play: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2017/12/31/the-mysteries-of-2017/ Zap Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=10666

Super Shifter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9sP-cq8eCA

F114: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgJ1PgGLlqQ

Street Burners (Cabinet pictures and short video): https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=9801

Pinball Dyn-O'-Mite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXmGJqQrIsM

Good Times Dyn-O'-Mite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5rKZs6HnB4

Name of the Game Article: http://allincolorforaquarter.blogspot.com/2012/09/allied-leisures-name-of-game-home-video.html

Name of the Game Console Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbHIQA2yjcc Name of the Game Console cleanup and Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cPc-ZHJibs

The Entertainer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKW2stl6Cfg

Take Five: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGBKjuXpKXA

Star Shooter Cocktail Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Mm3DE07Jm8

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 164 - Fallout

History. History is always changing. Greek historians recorded tales in scrolls, and simple books. Historians of the modern era use interviews, micro-film, and court documents to decipher history. In this episode Alex and Jeffrey look at the Fallout of all that historical work. How they can shape and mold it into the continuing narrative of the video game industry. Fallout almost was not a thing and possibly could not be made today. The game faced many challenges in its creation, but ended up being a very influential work affecting not just video games but role playing games as a whole.

Wasteland 1 DOS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v17LQ7Ukrsk

GURPS Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZMLhphjB-g

GURPS Lite: http://www.sjgames.com/gurps/lite/ Wiz-War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XP5vZQJG1Vo

Isometric VS Oblique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tAXW_xn6rU Oblique VS Isometric Drawings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w503xvjt7mA

Short Video of Knight Demo: https://youtu.be/T2OxO-4YLRk?t=904

Rex and Bobby Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yzms-rfYdKk

Crusader No Remorse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUnvNTvHMnQ

Mad Max Trailer 1979: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caHnaRq8Qlg

Mad Max 2 The Road Warrior 1981: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlwtiOyaoo0

Mad Max 3 Beyond the Thunderdome 1985: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JKZKjFjHDM

The Omega Man 1979: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWB6Ufh4O98

A Boy and his Dog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTck2RnpPy4

The Day After Reaction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aG-e52yAxfs

The Day After Movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iyy9n8r16hs

Intro Fallout 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geLiEiAiQJA

Fallout Endings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwXA_fIB2Ro

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 163 - California Pacific

We look at the company California Pacific. Founded by Al Remmers the company played a large role in launching the careers of Bill Budge and Richard Garriott. Al Remmers was in a unique position as a publisher. He had contacts with retailers spanning the entire country. In a way California Pacific was both one of the first distributors and used the EA model of programmers as rock stars. Promoting the games made by talented people, and promoting the individuals themselves. Unfortunately California Pacific had a too high royalty to those same programmers, and once dedicated distribution companies started to take over business declined. Al Remmers struggled with delegation, and unfortunately he developed a drug addiction. Though not well known today California Pacific did play a vital role during a crucial stage of the computer video game industry.

A little Energon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy_6yo04Hjc

Overview of the S100 BUS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVblKM9bJxA

Super Invader/Apple Invader: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNSFD7mC-Oo

Bill Budge's Trilogy of Games: https://archive.org/details/wozaday_Bill_Budge_Trilogy

Picture of the packaging: https://web.archive.org/web/20220530014930/https://www.ebay.com/itm/203822308767 Bill Budge's Space Album: https://archive.org/details/wozaday_Bill_Budge_Space_Album

Akalabeth: https://archive.org/details/Akalabeth_1980_California_Pacific_Computer World Od Doom Akalabeth Packaging: https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/apple-ii-akalabeth-world-doom-1889507320

Who is Lord British: http://www.softalkapple.com/more_to_the_story/remember-when-softalk-asked-who-lord-british Ultima 1: https://archive.org/details/Ultima_I_1981_California_Pacific_Computer

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 162 - Spinnaker Software

Often we laugh at educational games and software. We tend to view the products as jokes and something that cannot fully succeed. In our look at Spinnaker Software, we learn that there is more to it. The company was short-lived but was founded by people with a deep passion for technology and gaming. They released games, and software that helped to show that there is more one can do with a computer than just drills. If one of them went on to become a major World Of Warcraft raid leader it can't all be bad right?

Facemaker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seh6DyUPV8w

Story Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpbrcpfVwPY

Snooper Troops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJOFAPPfZ2I

Alphabet Zoo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1m4Lt-7cY8

Adventure Creator: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb_7-rlocKo

Rendezvous with Rama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VMbPzf_pq8

Fahrenheit 451: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnET12whCYs

Dragonworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ens1xbetX88

Amazon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTojZBzyFrI

Shadowkeep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igXOcweWz_M

Below the Roots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pI87UAC3JzQ

WindowWorks: https://winworldpc.com/product/pfs-windowworks/2x

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 161 - The 100,000 Part 2

Part two of our look at the SPA's list of top programs of the 1990s! We cover more games, and focus on the ones that made it gold with 100,000 sold! We wrap up the episode with a few honorable mentions from the silver list of 50,000. We see some old favorites re-appear on the list. We also see some names we have not seen yet! Thank you again to all the fans for helping us to reach the milestone of 100,000 downloads!

Alphabet Zoo (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNVNn5e3I3k

TCW 079 - The Six Children of EA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-six-children-of-ea/

Awardware: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aVdGKKYS6A

Pray for Mojo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlDEzmSff3M

Choplifter (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvDnUHW_pjg

FaceMaker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aM6m9YqJlQ

Kids on Keys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yat8qhR41us

C64 KidWriter(Explicit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzk6glFJ5Lg

KinderComp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5or1AybNlo

Monocle Joke: https://singleusemonocles.com/

TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/on-line-systems/

TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sierra-on-line/ 2019 Marble Olympics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR3aImy7dWw

What Happened to Clippy?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnZ7AFiebys

Rocky's Boots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2E67FWYvfq4

The Ancient Art of War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QGlfCBaet0

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 160 - The 100,000 Part 1

We want to thank everyone for helping us to reach 100,000 downloads of the podcast! We started in September 2015 and are amazed at the love & support we have received. To celebrate, we are looking at the list of the SPA's highest sellers of computer software in the 1980s. We start off in part one looking at the three 500k sellers and then move on to the 250k sellers. We get a view of the computer software market during this time, and have a little fun too!

Kent Brockman Welcoming out Insect Overlords: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4jWAwUb63c

TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

TCW 041 - Beating Them All Up: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/beating-them-all-up/

The Print Shop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxL7-XLGfDg

TCW 071 -A Story of Brøderbund!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-story-of%c2%a0br%c3%b8derbund/

TCW 061 - Where in the Game is Carmen Sandiego?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/where-in-the-game-is-carmen-sandiego/

TCW 094 - Epyx not Epic: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/epyx-not-epic/

TCW 058 - EA Sports: It's in the Game!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ea-sports-its-in-the-game/

C64 Jingle Disk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9q8spzHvY1Q

CGA Jingle Disk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBOBhZXAXNU

TCW 006 - The Early History of Electronic Arts: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-early-history-of-electronic-arts%c2%a0/

TCW 101 - Infocom: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/infocom/

Why Where in North Dakota is Carmen Sandiego: https://gamehistory.org/where-in-north-dakota-is-carmen-sandiego/

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 159 - International Adventure

In this episode, we look at the computer game company 'Adventure International' which is one of the first companies to put out adventure games on early home computers. Founded by Scott Adams, no not THAT Scott Adams, and his ex-wife Alexis. The company had a short lifespan of less than a decade. We look at the life of Adams, and how his love of puzzles and games turned into a small business that unfortunately ended in the mid-1980s

Mike Mayfield Star Trek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLKw4AU4KHU

TCW 016 - Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and The Disciples: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/early-computer-game-platforms-the-trinity-and-the-disciples/

Sphere 1 Computer: https://history-computer.com/sphere-1-computer/

Colossal Cave Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhFrWH0na0A Adventureland (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXalpUaECVw

3D-TicTac-Toe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1qPNY03ZuY

Byte Magazine Adventure Articles: https://archive.org/details/byte-magazine-1980-12/page/n193/mode/2up?q=scott+

Pirate Adventure (C64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6Ajx_oX0fs

Mission Impossible (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVQCFrg7SrE

The Count (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfLakQQaC6U

The Incredible Hulk (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbaJHyq4kuo

Spiderman (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AYkI_8-R2c

The Human Torch and The Thing (Apple II): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9tRs84sXpI

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 158 - Computer Space

Computer space is a game steeped in mystery and myth. The game is a reimagining of Space War. Developed through a partnership between Nutting Associates and Syzygy, Computer Space went on to have modest success. The game is viewed as having little to no impact. In this episode, we explore how Computer Space had much more influence. The game had a lot of tangible impact with the expansion of Aladdin's Castle. Computer Space also had a great run in Ithaca, NY. Furthermore, it had the first radio advertisement for an arcade video game!

TCW 022 - The Galaxy Game: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-galaxy-game/

WORLDLY WEDNESDAYS: A TIMELINE OF COMPUTER SPACE: https://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com/2021/05/12/worldly-wednesdays-a-timeline-of-computer-space/

TCW 044 - Founding, Syzygy to Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/founding-syzygy-to-atari/

The History of How We Play: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2021/11/29/why-computer-space-was-a-success/

TCW 084 - Time Shared: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/time-shared/

TCW 034 - The Nutting Associates: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-nutting-associates/

Computer Space Cabinet: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_Space#/media/File:Nutting_ComputerSpace-Blue.JPG

Video of Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D9_icmvQvc

Computer Space Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3BQsCCwo8w

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 157- Final Fantasy's Tale

We look at a game franchise that spans fifteen titles and is still growing strong! Final Fantasy has a deep history with many influences and creative talent coming together to create a game of somber mystery and wonder. Final Fantasy had themes drawn from Conan the Barbarian, Elric of Melniboné, rock music, and the art of Toshitaka Amano. With the help of the programming talents of Nasir Gebelli, the game was able to do things that even Dragon Quest, released a year earlier, was unable to accomplish. The game was released with four hundred thousand copies in Japan and met with modest success leading to the development of further titles. Listen and discover the history and wonder of Final Fantasy!

Ultraman EP1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLf_yMPu6gw

Astro Boy EP1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpwbNYFvZy4

Guin Saga Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guin_Saga

Elric of Melniboné Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elric_of_Melnibon%C3%A9

Robert E. Howard Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_E._Howard

Why you Should Read Conan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2_y7zHNEZw Thundar the Barbarian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_4HBH6Z-Iw

The Broken Sword Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Broken_Sword

Gorgon Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJa5JdvwFBI

Space Eggs Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-DRyEptDjg

The 3-D Battles of World Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTbH25YNxE4

Rad Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfBXm8rux4Y

Dragon Quest Famicom and Dragon Warrior NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VWD1IKRXBo

Final Fantasy 1 Magic: http://www.fforigins.com/ff1/magic/index.html YOSHITAKA AMANO & FINAL FANTASY: A LASTING LEGACY: https://sabukaru.online/articles/yoshitaka-amano-final-fantasy-a-lasting-legacy

Final Fantasy 1 Concept Art: https://www.ffcompendium.com/h/ff1monsterimages.shtml

Dragon Quest IV Balloon Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDQK9A2xIpY

Final Fantasy 1 Airship Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjDIZVOJLho

Final Fantasy 1 Battle Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1dhk-H11Uc

Dragon Quest 1 Overworld Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9vJbdIUsdc

Dragon Quest 1 Castle Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWIXb677sYk

Final Fantasy 1 Intro, Garland, and Bridge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wwp-8m0ig8

TCW 011 - The Genesis of JRPGs: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-genesis-of-jrpgs/

TCW 053 - The History and Merger of Enix and Square: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-history-and-merger-of-enix-and-square/

TCW 071 - A Story of Brøderbund!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-story-of%c2%a0br%c3%b8derbund/

TCW 072 - The MYSTeries of Brøderbund!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-mysteries-of-br%c3%b8derbund/

TCW 074 - The Japanese PC Industry: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-japanese-pc-industry/

TCW 143 - The Prophet of the Avatar: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-prophet-of-the-avatar/

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 156 - Madden for Some Football

We cover the man, the myth, the legend of football John Madden! He is famous for taking the Oakland Raiders to a Super Bowl win and a long career as a sports analyst and commentator. Madden is perhaps best known for the yearly football video game property. In this episode, we look deep at the inception of the game series, how John Madden became involved, and see how the series was almost a one-release failure. There is a quiz about three takeaways from this episode!

TCW 035 - EA The Teenage Years: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ea-the-teenage-years/

TCW 058 - EA Sports: It's In the Game!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ea-sports-its-in-the-game/

Atari Football Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_ZOtqMWHoU

George Carlin on Football (Explicit Language): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIkqNiBASfI

George Carlin Sports (Explicit Language): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSJRIKuNJBA

Super Bowl XI (Entire Game): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nq-kEM4yV1I

John Madden - A Football Life (Documentary): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zc75Vrahc3M

NES 10 Yard Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LUyTv9j1TM

4th and Inches C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lr01_s9arAc

Gridiron Amiga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0q7sc_T3FU

John Madden Football Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EbPghLpK6c

TV Sports Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKYCgHhHquM

ABC Monday Night Football SNES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYG23P7cggE

John Madden Football Sega Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QtQvJD-clc

John Madden Football II PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-c3FvZ4-k0

John Madden Football '92: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA2b40VwjQA

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What common story about John Madden Football is not true or entirely true?
When did John Madden Football for the Apple II come out?
How did John Madden for the Sega Genesis come to be?

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

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Quiz Answers

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EA changed the football game to 11 on 11 after bringing it to John Madden and he said he would not put his name on a game that was not 11 on 11 real football. The original contract for the game called for 11 on 11 from the start!
1989!
It was a completely separate project that was forced to take on the John Madden name!

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TCW Podcast Episode 155 Nintendo Playing With Toys

In our final look at Nintendo in the early years, we see the transition into toys and electronic games. Nintendo brought over some popular western games such as Twister in partnership with Milton Bradly. The legendary engineer Gunpei Yokoi invented some of Nintendo's first toys. These toys included; the Ultra Hand, the Ultra Machine, and the Ultra Scope. Nintendo progressed further into electronic entertainment by focusing on light gun technology with photovoltaic cells. The home light gun games were a hit. Nintendo decided to develop a larger version to be used in bowling alleys. However, the oil embargo of the 1970s caused such economic turmoil that most orders were canceled. It is at this point that Nintendo refactored the technology for use in the traditional coin-op space.

TCW 037 - Nintendo and Gunpei Yokoi: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-and-gunpei-yokoi/

Nintendo Rabbit Coaster Game: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/02/nintendo-rabbit-coaster-game-mid-60s.html

Time Bomb Commercial 1964: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfHdq-pTDuQ

Twister 50 Years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pysdD9JSs2w

How Johnny Carson Saved Twister: https://www.history.com/news/how-johnny-carson-saved-twister

Before Mario Nintendo Ultra Hand: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/03/nintendo-ultra-hand-1966.html

Before Mario Nintendo Ultra Machine: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/03/nintendo-ultra-machine-1967-1974.html

Nintendo Ultra Machine TV Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL7QAVCgF64

Before Mario Nintendo Blocks: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/10/nintendo-n-block-introduction-1968-71.html

Nintendo N&B Block Ringer Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9cLRoiJAFw

Before Mario Nintendo Cotton Candy Machine: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/09/nintendo-candy-machine-1970.html Before Mario Nintendo Photocopier: http://blog.beforemario.com/2012/12/nintendo-copilas-part-2-1971.html Before Mario Ultra Scope: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/06/nintendo-automatic-ultra-scope-ultra.html Nintendo Automatic Ultra Scope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tY9QFOnlatc

Ultra Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApGnXOIZB0o

Nintendo Love Tester: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3vUwM3CO3Y

Distilled Water VS Tap Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hQh8eg30IY

How Solar/Photovoltaic Cells Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_q6LRgKpTw

Before Mario Kôsenjû SP: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/02/light-gun-games-kousenjuu-sp-and.html

Before Mario Electro Safari and Bird Targets: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/02/nintendo-electro-safari-and-electro.html

Nintendo Roulette Commercial: https://twitter.com/nintendomemo/status/913881627704676352

Before Mario Nintendo Jumping Bottle: http://blog.beforemario.com/2012/05/nintendo-jumping-bottle-1970.html

Before Mario Duck Hunt: http://blog.beforemario.com/2012/09/nintendo-kousenjuu-duck-hunt-1976.html

Before Mario Types of Guns and Riffles: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/04/nintendo-kousenjuu-guns-and-rifles-sp.html

Kôsenjû Custom Lever Action Rifle: http://blog.beforemario.com/2011/03/nintendo-custom-lever-action-rifle-and.html

Pictures of the Laser Clay Shooting System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFddF9nKUq8

TCW 067 - The Birth of the Japanese Consoles: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-birth-of-the-japanese-consoles/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

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TCW Podcast Episode 154 - Nintendo Playing with Controversy

In part two of our look at the history of Nintendo, we cover the aftermath of Hiroshi Yamauchi's father abandoning the family. He ended up growing up under the care of his grandparents. Unfortunately, after a stroke suffered by his Grandfather, Hiroshi Yamauchi had to take over control of Nintendo in his early twenties. Because of this early ascension to power, Hiroshi Yamauchi was subject to a controversy that was the greatest challenge to his authority. The strike of employees at Nintendo.

A Brief History of US Troops Playing Cards: https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-history/a-brief-history-of-us-troops-playing-cards-and-a-magicians-trick-honoring-veterans/

Vintage Playing Cards from Postwar Japan: https://globalvoices.org/2020/11/30/newly-found-vintage-playing-cards-shine-a-light-on-post-war-occupied-japan/

Abroad in Japan Love Hotels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fso4yjbgceY

Disney Playing Cards: https://nintendo.fandom.com/wiki/Disney_playing_cards

Nintendo Playing Cards Advertisement: https://twitter.com/nintendomemo/status/797612245266157568?lang=he

Nintendo Popeye Trump Cards: http://blog.beforemario.com/2013/07/nintendo-popeye-trump-cards-sano-popeye.html

Walt Disney Character Dominoes: http://blog.beforemario.com/2016/05/nintendo-mickey-mouse-card-ca-1961.html

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

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TCW Podcast Episode 153 - Nintendo Playing With Cards

We start off our look at the complete history of Nintendo. The company started as a side project of a cement company trying to get cement into Kyoto. From the humble start of being in a small house with six employees, Nintendo started to grow into an unrivaled producer of cards not just in Japan, but in the Japanese empire. We end with Hiroshi Yamauchi being the first male ere to the Yamauchi line.

Hanafuda Cards and KoiKoi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WxYDIsXHOQ

Hyakunin Isshu: https://www.jlit.net/premodern/hyakunin-isshu/index.html

Hyakunin Isshu Karuta: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sx2UqSxAPfk

Nintemdo Playing Card Pictures: http://www.kyotoursjapan.com/blog/2018/5/2/nintendo-kyoto-origins

Napoleon Back Cards: https://nintendo.fandom.com/wiki/Hanafuda

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

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TCW Podcast Episode 152 - Grand Theft Auto 2 by 3

With the groundwork of the series laid down, we continue our look into the franchise of Grand Theft Auto. GTA 2 went to market during a transition phase with Rockstar, Take-Two Interactive, and DMA (Soon to be Rockstar North), sorting out who would deal with what. GTA 2 was a modest success, but it is GTA 3 that made Rockstar and Take-Two take off. The gritty storytelling, realism, and relatable real-world themes made GTA 3 a blockbuster hit. Further refinements to the system lead to the sequels GTA: Vice City and GTA San Andreas. Each expansion faced controversy, especially San Andreas with the infamous HOT COFFEE!

Level Zero - The History of Sega Part 1: https://levelzeropod.com/2021/09/16/the-history-of-sega-part-1/

Level Zero - The History of Sega Part 2: https://levelzeropod.com/2021/10/29/the-history-of-sega-part-2/

Level Zero - The History of Sega Part 3: https://levelzeropod.com/2021/11/11/the-history-of-sega-part-3/

Modo Historia Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk5gSLIKxZs Video Game History Hour EP 60 - Computer Space: https://gamehistory.org/ep-60-computer-space/

GTA 2 Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9ZZX1uO7Hg

Driver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRNt0rpD0V0

Chatterbox FM - GTA 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lPytfSy-04

Shenmue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8RpDgxAyKI

Goodfellas Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ilzidi_J8Q

Casino Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJXDMwGWhoA

Mean Streets Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9xHpS10CZ0

Reservoir Dogs Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vayksn4Y93A

Pulp Fiction Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7EdQ4FqbhY

The Sopranos Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X4UhSPA5d4

Heat Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GfZl4kuVNI

Grant Theft Auto 3 - Full In Game Movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGWTTCmk_M8

Jordan Harbinger Show - Sammy "The Bull" Gravano | Mafia Underboss Part 1: https://www.jordanharbinger.com/sammy-the-bull-gravano-mafia-underboss-part-one/

Jordan Harbinger Show - Sammy "The Bull" Gravano | Mafia Underboss Part 2 https://www.jordanharbinger.com/sammy-the-bull-gravano-mafia-underboss-part-two/

The Jordan Harbinger Show -Anthony S. Luciano Raimondi | The Mob Enforcer Part One https://www.jordanharbinger.com/anthony-s-luciano-raimondi-the-mob-enforcer-part-one/

The Jordan Harbinger Show -Anthony S. Luciano Raimondi | The Mob Enforcer Part Two https://www.jordanharbinger.com/anthony-s-luciano-raimondi-the-mob-enforcer-part-two/

Grant Theft Auto 3 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIOR2A6-Gio

Vice City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9doAqVgi9zs

Scarface Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pQQHnqBa2E

Scarface 1932 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRmWftEjit0

Love Fist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNaTxaJyl9M

Elvis Presley - Ed Sullivan Show 1st Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNYWl13IWhY

Elvis Presley - Ed Sullivan Show 3rd Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxcIsXVl1D0

TCW 064 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1/

TCW 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

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TCW Podcast Episode 151 - Grand Theft Auto 1

We start our look at the legendary game series Grand Theft Auto. A game series that had many influences that came out of the British PC market. The game may not have seen the light of day if it was not for developers and executives championing the game to BMG Interactive. With the help of a PR campaign to stir up false controversy that lead to a speech denouncing the game to the House of Lords, the game launched to modest success! Though the best is yet to come as Rockstar gears up to release Grand Theft Auto 2 and 3!

Menace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qM8r8Nn-fxU

Lemmings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuiyFXMjGxA

Uniracers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ5sR5Gui6U

Red's Dream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96xGUa1a_zs

Body Harvest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkw4Jpr0lDw

Space Station Silicon Valley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX-GdHNoRRQ

Syndicate Wars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7saA60qM4H4

Clockwork Knight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6c3reFAM0QI

Race N' Chase Design Document: https://www.gamedevs.org/uploads/grand-theft-auto.pdf

Grand Theft Auto 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0TLzxpmHE0

Lord Campbell of Croy: https://api.parliament.uk/historic-hansard/lords/1997/may/20/grand-theft-auto-computer-game

Get Carter Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kV4XrUDBlfM

The Warriors Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--gdB-nnQkU

You Don't Know Jack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CDMOTyCpp4

Hell A Cyberpunk Thriller: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qM6Qu2kIXVU

Grand Theft Auto PSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02kMHWKaMg8

TCW 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/an-unlikely-pairing-of-siliwood/

TCW 083 - The Silliwood Era now in FMV!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-silliwood-era-not-in-fmv/

TCW 049 - Old and Elite: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/old-and-elite/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 150 - Gottlieb Part 2

In part two we look at the further development of Gottlieb as a coin-op company, and how they established themselves during the 50s through the 70's. Eventually acquired by Columbia Pictures. Gottlieb would start making small steps into the video game space. Though many inside the company still viewed themselves as a pinball company, the shrinking pinball market necessitated a change. When Columbia was purchased by Coca-Cola the shift into video games was made more of a priority. One of the notable hits of this time was the game Q*bert. A character that would even get a short run cartoon. Unfortunately with other failures in the video game space, and the collapse of the industry as a whole Gottlieb ceased to be in the mid 80's.

How bowling Pinsetters work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iod6uwUGM2E

Shuffleboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpNTY-0fhps

Shuffle Alley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfHe6HKFrY8

Gittlieb Duette: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmBYrGOYx3M

Flipper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mn-AMpfQ-xE

Spirit of 76: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkTJweVDOR8

Royal Flush: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU4XEwO0-jI

Close Encounters of the Third Kind: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW-mC01af_8

Charlie's Angels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jtamJzTPPU

Amazing Spiderman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VM02icGtUBI

No Man's Land: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roDcKaYrid4

New York New York: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xbiQ3Zc4b0

Black Hole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Mif-oaCwN0

Caveman Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPm0pmmBp0Y

Caveman Cabinet & Electronics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A_F00nqi5w

Reactor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QKuINAQyQI

Q*bert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKIbhaQfs-A

M.C. Escher Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4VAxilTRGs

Saturday Supercade 1984: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuEtIvOAqkk

Q*bert (Saturday Supercade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5n2cmGQJ7s

Mad Planets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIRU1lVek0A

Firefox Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5W4MiBuEnY

M.A.C.H. 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qm5u4ErDPF4

US VS. Them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6O4KlsbIiM

Krull Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndpV6qfQJVw

Krull Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rleN__MKNts

Q*bert Qubes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CBnbeziBD8

TCW 081 - Bally The Road to Fitness: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/bally-the-road-to-fitness/

TCW 059 - Williams' Crazy Story Pt 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TCW 060 - Williams' Crazy Story Pt 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-2/

TCW 042 - Laser Craze: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/laser-craze/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 149 - Gottlieb Part 1

We look at the company Gottlieb which was a major coin-op company founding during the roaring twenties, and rising to prominence in the great depression, and post war era. The company is most well known for pinball, and the many contributions to making it more than a gabling device. We follow the rise of the company up until the 1950s. Though not quite at the video game era yet, the background of the company does help dictate and shape how Gottlieb made its mark in video game history.

Punch Board Price is Right: https://youtu.be/pyiMiLGfAQ0?t=210

Gottlieb Grip Tester: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0ZjhdXMx8U

Majestic Moving Target: http://www.pinrepair.com/arcade/majest.htm

Bingo Pamphlets: https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=294

Google Gottlieb Bingo Images: https://images.app.goo.gl/Ki2DG8oKJCqPHYU1A

Baffle Ball Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1jETFi-f_c

Five Star Final: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMHzjaoXe7A

Humpty Dumpty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNs78X_7tlU

Just 21: https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=1344 Knockout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI42ODA6eHE

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 148 - The Mysteries of Imagic

We look at the company Imagic. This company only lasted a few short years during the lead up to, and through the crash. The company is notable for innovative packaging, and creating games that pushed the graphical fidelity of the Atari VCS to new levels! They were also one of the first companies to use graphics on a computer to then be translated to code on a console. A feat famously used by Rare in the creation of Donkey Kong Country. Unfortunately through a lot of bad luck Imagic was unable to go public due to the Time Warner earnings report two days prior. This lead to the company's downfall.

Sprint 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuPEoLkVwtI

Touch Me Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGY-wXvjWa0

Atlantis High-Res Scan: https://archive.org/details/AtlantisAtari2600HiResScans

Cosmic Ark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKYRsvy4pHg

Demon Attack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deEgbiAHaGs

Atlantis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1bZGlW6708

Atlantis Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVcxOA9iMOw

Cosmic Ark Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-gXCpJfx5M

Demon Attack Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TlLS54t6JY

Star Voyager Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YQiCdHfc2I

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 147 - Others in the Field Too

We look at the contributions of other in the field chronicling video game history, and trying to write perspectives on what we know at the time. To start we look at Gaming Alexandria which has become one of the major communities dedicated to preserving video game history, and has many contributors who work on a myriad of projects. We look at the work Ethan has put in between court cases, blogging, and as a consultant on "Arcade Dreams". We look at the work done by Kate Willært of "A Critical Hit!" Her work consists of blogs, videos, and twitter threads! She did fantastic research into the first Easter Egg in video games, women characters in games, and if working on more interesting projects. Finally we look at academia, and what they are doing in relation to Video Game History!

Gaming Alexandria: https://www.gamingalexandria.com/wp/

Gaming Alexandria Discord: https://discord.gg/cF7c7Jd

Video Game Legal Documents: https://archive.org/details/videogamelawsuits Norm The Gaming Historian: https://www.youtube.com/c/gaminghistorian History of Donkey Kong - Gaming Historian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iraLfEz0tJo

The History of How We Play: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/ A Breakout Story: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2018/12/29/a-breakout-story/ Who Created Periscope?: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2017/06/16/who-created-periscope/ Arcade Dreams: https://arcadedocumentary.com/ Atari Archive: https://www.youtube.com/c/AtariArchive A Critical Hit!: https://www.acriticalhit.com/ A Critical Hit! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPqeWdb-LGtPXeVXNoh-iqA A Critical Hit! Twitter: https://twitter.com/katewillaert

Stanford: https://web.stanford.edu/group/htgg/cgi-bin/drupal/ The Strong National Museum of Play: https://www.museumofplay.org/ Video Game Pioneers Oral History Collection: https://sova.si.edu/record/NMAH.AC.1498

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 146 - Storytime with a Book 2

Alex reads and annotates a chapter of the book dealing with the founding of Activision! We cover not just the chapter but the thought process, and behind the scenes that went into the chapter. The story is helped with extra information that Alex was able to gleam from interviews, and trial transcripts. A larger perspective telling of the early formation of Activision, where the popular historical record needs to be corrected and more!

Atari Archive: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo_f7y6sBDmFnGbZoq1Ce_w

TCW 094 - Epyx not Epic: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/epyx-not-epic/

TCW 046 - Atari, Ray Kassar and Warner: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ray-kassar-and-warner/

TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/

Boxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5reJLuRgz-A

Dragster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTy9zS899wk

Fishing Derby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWaX-NcK5PQ

Checkers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbE1QxqZrNE

TCW 126 Activision and Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/activision-and-atari/

Bridge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sckeVsRrsc

Skiing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVBcKKCEkB0

Laser Blast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvnq96SVQh0

Tennis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TueiMj2l3k

TCW 009 - The History of Mediagenic Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-i/

TCW 010 - The History of Mediagenic Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-ii/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 145 - Revisions and Updates 3

Our sixth year anniversary! In this episode we look back at the podcast and correct some of the errors that were made in the past. First we explore the company Fun Games which was sued by Atari for making clones of Atari products using stolen equipment. The source and story of this is better told with new information that has come to light. Other new information includes the discovery that the 100 yen coin shortage in Japan was real! The circumstances around the shortage is a lot more complicated. The final major item was discovering the first game sold on a micro computer. This particular game was published as a book, and not on tape or magnetic media making it unique for the first game of this type.

Trailer with Video Games: https://twitter.com/QuarterPast83/status/1261412414618128385

TCW 008 - Birth of the Japanese Game Center Go to 1hr 25 minutes: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/birth-of-the-japanese-game-center/

Scelbi's Galaxy Game: http://www.scelbi.com/files/docs/books/Galaxy%20Game.pdf

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 144 - Ascension into the Black Gate

In our final part looking at the history of the Ultima series we start off looking at Ultima VII. This game is considered by many to be the pinnacle of the series. The game combines story elements with a massive world to create a truly unique experience. The game is followed by two major commercial failures. Those failures being Ultima VIII and Ultima IX. The reasons behind those failures are many. However a lot of the blame for Ultima VIII's shortcomings, especially the jumping, can be laid at the feet of the development team and not EA. Because of the disaster of VIII, Ultima IX was plagues with issues. Especially since they had a rotating staff, technology issues, and other challenges the game was an ignoble end to a series that touched many. However like many of the Ultima games, it is not the destination, but the journey that is the true heart of Ultima.

Intro to Ultima VII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ttf9YrkBdQ

The Story of The Fellowship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mlZVHuK4wM

Museum of the Avatar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIaOiMH8SKg

Retro Tea Break | Richard Garriott tells his Ultima Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU90N4Cbj10

Secret of Money Island 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXRMEz6n5SM

Prince of Persia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv20j8ChtRY

Ultima VII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkrCUXc-frY

Ultima VIII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzfnuxXfQ2M

Ultima IX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6kXFf7iyC4&list=PLSlejFTVB3ksWWOh2mePsahP5Kew5rHwc

TCW 038 - Origin Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/origin-story-1489274251/

Crusader No Remorse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUnvNTvHMnQ

Meridian 59: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUsJ6de9mRU

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 143 -The Prophet of the Avatar

In part two of our look at the Ultima series we start with how Richard came to the morality system that became a central feature of the franchise. Using a combination of features he likes from various worlds religions, his own experiences, and so on Richard crafted the eight virtues that the play, who would become the avatar, would have to emulate. In the following two games. The story focused on how not all choices are black and white like in Ultima V, and how without all the facts you may be fighting against a group that may just be trying to survive. This is a fascinating look at morality in videogames that is unprecedented at the time, and is rarely, if at all, emulated today.

Download Ultima IV: https://www.gog.com/game/ultima_4

Museum of the Avatar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIaOiMH8SKg

Softline Interview: http://www.applevault.com/magazines/softline/v3n1/origin.pdf

The Eight Virtues Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wFzZx-L4LI

Ultima IV Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYGFh3I3IG4

Ultima V Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GvWMmlfmgs

Ultima VI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nBWuV_E6Eg

TCW 038 - Origin Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/origin-story-1489274251/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 142 - Ultima: Exodus to Akalabeth

In this episode we look at the legendary series of Ultima! We look at the lead up inspiration, and influences that led to the creation of Ultima. This episode ties in heavily with our look at Origin Systems. In this we use the creation of Ultima as a microcosm of the development of the PC industry. The plight of the bedroom coder. Wanting to make cool games, finding themselves thrust into a wider PC game world, and the eventual whirlwind of having publishers involved. We mainly focus on how the creation of the games mirrors Richard's growth as a game designer and eventually perfecting the base formula with Ultima III.

TCW 038 - Origin Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/origin-story-1489274251/

TCW 117 - Wing Commander: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/wing-commander-1593278423/

Introduction to the Society of Creative Anachronism : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=046bs9DY7QY

Escape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iM2tb0-9uyg

Download Akalabeth: https://www.gog.com/game/akalabeth_world_of_doom

Apple II - Akalabeth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKAlDUu7zko

Apple II - Ultima I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrQFzWO4pYo

Apple II - Lemonade Stand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dUbDDmXp2I

Trailer for Time Bandits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vioocIR0gHQ

Apple II - Ultima II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ts-zYdjDyAI

TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/on-line-systems/

TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sierra-on-line/

TCW 114 - The Wizards of Sir-Tech: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-wizards-of-sir-tech/

TCW 115 - The Return of the Sdraziw of Sir-Tech: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-return-of-the-sdraziw-of-sir-tech/

Apple II - Ultima III: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FvHQI2qSKQ

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 141 - The Console Market of the 70's and 80's Part 2

In our second part we look at the emergence of the programable consoles. We see how many companies kept falling into the same trap of FCC regulations, heat issues, and chip shortages. By the time most of these issues were sorted out, with the notable exception of the Apple II being classified as an "industrial computer", the industry was in the midst of a console transition led by the ColecoVision. However the video game crash caused it all to be reset, and many promising paths of development were never really explored. Stay tuned to the end for info on Alex's guest appearances, the topic of our live stream recording this year, and getting stickers!

TCW 076 - A Fairchild Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-fairchild-story/

Media Regulation Crash Course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6LKl4RKIew

History of Radio and the FCC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob_db-kxEQw

Vintage 1963 FCC Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzPIOfpKkRM

How Radio Works 1937: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEDzmbsvBPw

The Vacuum Tube Radio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UKCUMghTrc&t=32s

Applying the inverse square law to EM waves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1yy-zhVM0Y

How to understand the inverse square law in lighting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xO-J42VM448

Cats and Dogs living together: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA1SxZoFmOU

Sport Utility Robot: https://futurama.fandom.com/wiki/Sport-Utility_Robot

Atari Archive - RCA, FRED, and the Studio II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o35y6W9hI-o

Bally Home Computer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QCkUk8ZA6w

TCW 90 - Lion and Bally Manufacturing: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/lion-and-bally-manufacturing/

TCW 091 - Bally: The Road to Fitness: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/bally-the-road-to-fitness/

George Plimpton Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPUMfUvRAOE

Atari VCS Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opru6qPsPa4

The Visions of Coleco Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-1/

The Visions of Coleco Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-2/

Video Game History Hour: https://gamehistory.org/ep-31-spacewar-dual-to-the-death/

Super Mega Crash Bros. Turbo: https://pencilandpaperproductions.podbean.com/e/super-mega-crash-bros-turbo-171-creating-worlds-with-alex-smith/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 140 - The Console Market of the 70's and 80's Part 1

We look at the early dedicated hardware systems in the United States. We have talked about many of these companies in the past. However we have not brought the story together at a large scale looking at the influences these companies had on each other, the consumer market in general, and what the market could handle. We see the reasons behind the transition to programable systems as being the logical course for an industry where dedicated hardware had reached a limit. We will continue in part two seeing how the programable systems brought a new shift to the market.

TCW 106 - The Small Voice of Magnavox: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-small-voice-of-magnavox/

The Slide Rule "Bringing 1916 to 2016": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CblhxhnSymg

The Odyssey 100: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8y03hn64dHY

Pong Console C-100: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCmYgAw6qmI

Sears Tele-Games Pong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxoBDK-CYww

Craftsman 1976 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSqER0JLicE

Exploring the Cincinnati Mills Mall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sPQcSBMVFc

Exploring the Abandoned Northridge Mall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n67s2r6fVKg

Sear's Catalog Home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kb24gwnZ18

Sear Houses TV Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NirU-JSJQPA

TCW 124 - The Visions of Coleco Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-1/

TCW 125 - The Visions of Coleco Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-2/

Rybylith Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_zInegHR40

Integrated Circuits History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-tKOHICqrI

Homemade Chips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxz_ENnmgtI

TCW 076 - A Fairchild Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-fairchild-story/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 139 - Tec Toy and Brazil

We look at the video game industry in Brazil. A big thanks to Marcus Garrett and his book "1983+1984 " which details a lot of the video game industry in Brazil. We delve into the interesting history of outside companies operating in Brazil and the gray market that has developed as a result. Once we have laid the groundwork we look at the company Tectoy which is one of the most successful toy/video game companies in Brazil. They ended up partnering with SEGA to bring in the Master System, Mega Drive, and even the Saturn to Brazil. However today they mostly refile, iterate, and provide various option of the master system and to a lesser extent Mega Drive to Brazil today. They are the most prominent location to get SEGA hardware today!

TeleJogo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGd2txxJIBY

Telejogo II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaWtddd7liQ

The Splice Vision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_kUt-vGZr0

Zillion Box and Packaging Brazil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSTXk_FJ4PU

Zillion played at night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vkjmmgzL50

Sega Master System Super Compact: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrOdnNTp4JM

Woody Woodpecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_k1Q4d82Tc

Street Fighter II Master System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5H7bR7wzBo4

Duke Nukem 3D Mega Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPdrJtrCi3U

Monica: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiEc33t5br4

History of the Tectoy Zeebo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfXoAqYZlys

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 138 - Dave Nutting Associates

This is our second half looking at Dave Nutting and specifically Dave Nutting Associates. We see how they are able change the industry by showing the viability of solid state Pinball. Despite the setback of not being able to license the technology to Bally/Midway they pressed on with developing video games. Specifically Gun Fight which had realistic, for the time, human analogs that could fire guns at each other. As they continued to show how well they were to Bally/Midway they ended up being bought out. Unfortunately by the time of the crash Dave Nutting Associates ended up being a small player in a crowded industry and was shut down in 1984.

TCW 59 - Williams' Crazy Story Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TCW 60 - Williams' Crazy Story Part 2 : http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-2/

Bally Pinball Flicker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-xCz-CCegg

How a Pinball Machine Works In Slow Motion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tmg5WOvPKpU

How an older Pinball Machine Works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0Q63AVnjEM

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

Mirco Spirit of 76: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy-Y1gPlLJM

Mirco Spirit of 76 Images: https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=2294

Gun Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYa0G6KGayk

The Amazing Maze: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjBtgqnuuw8

Tornado Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BXYMr26Me0

Tornado Baseball Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26LLVZre_9k

280 ZZZAP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmyVEJzgvZ0

Sea Wolf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJBu5fGKKpE

Undersea Raiders https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcq4_eaxiUw

Boot Hill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVsaiSeo0Ls

Sea Wolf II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH0CrQOyrSA

Gorf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uML-l2xuqew

Gorf Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agxHqo6Qqyg

Star Trek The Motion Picture Cloud: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFnoM37IQec

Wizard of Wor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D780JHlQxxs

Adventures of Robby Roto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yE4_GbsmkmY

Baby Pac Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP1mOfBl1UU

Professor Pac Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ctq-4U4YUA

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 137 - Dave Nutting & Nutting Industries

In part one of our two part look at the contributions of Dave Nutting to the video game industry, we see where he came from. Some of his contentious relationship with his brother, and some of the design contributions he did that led to developments in the future with coin-op games. With the founding of MCI he was able to further form a team that would follow him into the future. Once ousted from MCI he started work on Solid State, and creating Dave Nutting Associates.

TCW 034 - The Nutting Associates: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-nutting-associates/

1965 Jeep Wagoneer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad4nvJpoRok

1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwwaKf8zGcc

Computer Quiz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zr98ASLdbZQ

IQ Computer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh2j3W6me-U

MCI Red Barron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dSvZVUUV4c

Blue Max: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mhE9J0rvwU

IBM Keypunch Card Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnnGbcM-H8c

MCI Airball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wg35j9XgXQ

MCI The Safe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9dli-vrPC4

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 136 - Ocean Software

We look at the company Ocean Software. The company was founded by David Ward and Jon Woods as Spectrum Games, and was later renamed to Ocean Software. The company specialized in a mail order business harnessing the best of the bedroom coder scene in Brittan to produce ports of popular arcade titles. In fact the initial offering of the company were clones of Donkey Kong, Pac Man, Frogger, and Missile Command. The company continued to grow as Ocean Software expanding into licensed games including popular properties such as Platoon, Robocop, and Jurassic Park. However the company was unable to compete with larger companies on the global stage. This lead to their purchase by Infrogrames during that company's rapid expansion. However after a few years of semi-autonomy Ocean Software ceased to be in the late 90's.

TCW 017 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Hardware: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW 018 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Software: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

TCW 064 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-1/

TCW 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-rise-and-fall-of-infogrames-part-2/

ZX Spectrum Road Frog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhJhyfaxlZk

ZX Spectrum Monster Muncher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dflb09D-Y80

TCW 103 - Elite Systems: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/elite-systems/

Arcade Hunchback: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9o5nh-URiJA

ZXS pectrum Hunchback: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANDJ_wOArCU

Krusty Burger Olympic Sweepstakes Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5siZ3Z2j77Q

Krust Burger Olympic Sweepstakes Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZJ-_mS-_XQ

Arcade Konomi Track and Field: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozcE8qzTdHo

Daley Thompson's Decathlon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKbLbkvwACA

Commercial Breaks (Imagine and Ocean Software): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yt9BsZCifgU

ZX Spectrum - Renegade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ka-j7q2aTIk

ZX Spectrum Target Renegade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79oCOlTITg0

ZX Spectrum Platoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsZzTsvQU28

C64 Platoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBz8GsKIu-E

Amiga Platoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvkd2NGEWbk

ZX Spectrum Robocop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZD8SyQ_rQKQ

Amiga - Batman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iM2SCzt73s0

TCW 073 - Adventuring in the Arcade: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/adventuring-in-the-arcade/

SNES Adam's Family: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SxxqeSYhjU

Amiga Jurassic Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Axn02dmaMo

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 135 - The Famicom Disc System

In our second part look at the Family Computer we start off with the launch in Japan. We see all the early games, and the slow start the system had. However it rapidly gained steam and gained widespread adoption. Nintendo faced one of their first challenges which was the overheating of the graphic chip. Nintendo did a recall and revised the system in the process. Switching to removeable controllers, and round buttons to address other issues early adopters have reported. The system really took off with the release of the Famicom Disc System, and the Legend of Zelda. Despite wide adoption the lower margins for retailers and developers lead to the downfall of the peripheral. Cartridge developments soon allowed games to exceed 30KB, and growing in size with 1MB and larger. Though the system was popular in the west, and the larger cartridges helped speed its adoption there, the disc system was the height of the system in Japan.

Famicom Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r8diwD_g0I

Famicom Donkey Kong Jr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc2L4vxPJF0

Famicom Popeye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyJ-DfoBZ8U

Famicom Mario Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKZrHr4yDZc

TCW 037 - Nintendo and Gumpei Yokoi: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-and-gunpei-yokoi/

Early Famicom Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKXr_DbqHsU

Famicom Donkey Kong Jr. Math: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6cE50TdP48

Famicom Mahjong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skY_GZAEc2U

Famicom Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agd0SBjLBjs

Famicom Tennis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOEeaKEyW98

Famicom Golf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPxxfH_NOEA

Famicom Devil World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvxiXETDTyg

TCW 074 - The Japanese PC Industry: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-japanese-pc-industry/

Famicom BASIC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMA-2ctR-Ks

Famicom Galaxian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKI7gzf496Q

Famicom Round VS Square edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9biMwpII7rU

Famicom Lode Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqJkSa9SExk

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

Famicom Xevious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_bS_SAzknk

Cloud and Bushes in Super Mario Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai7d1K4Yf6A

NES Kung Fu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQjzFt8Sqpk

Ninja Kid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAx25uUl1Gc

Ninja Hattori-kin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICZrv3Z8C8U

Family Stadium '87: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCAPOfBulrk

Gaming Historian Famicom Disc System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9PuSrn_H1c&t=16s

Famicom Disc System The Legend of Zelda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-aYJyHgCy0

Famicom Ghost and Goblins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKiv41hjJWg

Famicom Ganbare Goemon!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_JSzRTAas8

Castlevania III NES VS Famicom Sound Comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WOxjL9eoU4

TCW 011 - The Genesis of JRPGs: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-genesis-of-jrpgs/

Famicom Takahashi Meijin no Bōken Jima IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bw1SSbQXis

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 134 - Famicom

We look at the Family Computer, or the Famicom's development. The state Nintendo was in before they entered into home dedicated consoled, and then explored programable consoles. We look at how the console was developed with the main focus being on cost and quality. The reason behind the use of the MOS 6502 chipset, sourcing ROM chips, and bringing it together into the red package that many love to this day. This is part one of a two part look at the Famicom in Japan!

TCW 037 - Nintendo and Gunpei Yokoi: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-and-gunpei-yokoi/

TCW 067 - The Birth of the Japanese Consoles: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-birth-of-the-japanese-consoles/

OPEC Oil Embargo 1973 NBC Nightly News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCLRlVxOH-Q

Wild Gunman Back to the Future 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMy1zO8m8sM

Wild Gunman Arcade 1974: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GToJgyymvFs

A Critical Hit! Wild Gunman: https://www.acriticalhit.com/wild-gunman-74-the-forgotten-first-fmv-game/

Before Mario Blog: http://blog.beforemario.com/

TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/

Nintendo Color 15: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGCUhmrz7MQ

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 133 - Rolling Dice with the Parker Brother's

We look at the history of the company Parker Brothers. Originally a board game company founded in the 1880's we follow the company's growth though the century. This family owned business was eventually bought by General Mills in 1963, and was brought into the ever expanding non-food properties of the conglomerate. Starting off with electronic games in the 70's, Parker Brothers would eventually enter the video game Industry near the beginning of the Great Video Game Crash. They were somewhat successful despite difficulties. However even they were not able to survive the crash, and were eventually divested by General Mills. They ultimately ended up in the hands of Hasbro where they are today.

Codename Sector Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEcKucKnc5Y

Codename Sector Explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_oQMvnVXHs

Merlin Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX94QT_yxyI

Parker Brother's Merlin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXJddQzMZpg

The Virtual Wizard (Play Merlin On-Line): https://www.theelectronicwizard.com/

Plastic Galaxy The Story of the Star Wars Toys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAeGakhoAEk

Parker Brother Frogger and The Empire Strikes Back Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0UqjVykGxY&feature=emb_logo

Empire Strikes Back Atari Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SkWIPKFrxk&feature=emb_logo

Frogger Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSxdDv3PiTI

Q'bert Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXG5OwKBkuY

Q'bert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdnYB9o3IWU

Popeye commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxtHjC-0qxY

Popeye Atari 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2e1idOr3_c

Parker Brothers Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePlPd-WBaZs

Tutenkham Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjxLvvPCPIY

Spider-Man Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSxszeqiGyg

G.I. Joe Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyonxGSO8aY

G.I. Joe Cobra Strike Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eQIoazUrdw

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TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 132 - Eugene Jarvis

We look at the life and story of Eugene Jarvis. Unique in the industry of being one of, if not the only designers to have lived through and continues to work in the lifespan of the video game arcade industry. Starting off with Pinball and working at Atari for only two weeks. Eugene came to be influential in many popular pinball, and arcade games. Always looking for that next thrill he continues his quest to this day with his company Raw Thrills developing some of the few arcade titles still being put out there.

TCW 081 - The Meeting of Spacewar: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-meeting-of-spacewar/

TCW 059 - Williams’ Crazy Story Pt 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TCW 060 - Williams’ Crazy Story Pt 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-2/

Gorgar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vylGtiR0HVA

Firepower: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXuQ-54pT_c

Defender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq_Zvg9KlII

TCW 110 - Books of History: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/books-of-history/ Stargate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i20vwYTf6mI

Robotron 2084: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHBXNWfiJow

Berzerk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFSQ0Pl4KDk

Blaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agEQ7YIYk0A

NARCS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTgyjEgnxo0

SMASH TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRHSi4hBHSM

I'd buy that for a dollar!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYdpy9ShoVU

The Running Man Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkAN5rGGP1M

Total Carnage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbtlOTTz_Xc

TCW 087 - Virtual History: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=Virtual+History Cruis'n USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Srk9mrMBD8

Target Terror: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Odp0vkk7Hbk

Big Buck Hunter Pro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQE5WQh2iGY

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 131 - Sir Clive of ZX

In our second part looking at Sir Clive Sinclair we pick up the story where we left off! We follow Sir Clive Sinclair as he reluctantly develops computers for the British market to fund his other project's. The wild popularity of the ZX line including the ZX 80, ZX 81, and ZX Spectrum led to a booming home computer market in Brittan. Sinclair even tried to go into the business market with the Sinclair QL, but was outshone by competitors. In the end Sir Clive Sinclair lost a fortune in developing an electric car known as the Sinclair C5. The massive loss of funds led him to sell off the computer business to Lord Sugar to remain solvent.

The Video Game History Hour: https://gamehistory.org/video-game-history-hour/

The Video Game History Hour Ep 14 Alex Smith Discusses They Create Worlds: https://gamehistory.org/ep-14-alex-smith-discusses-they-create-worlds/

Micro Men - 10th Anniversary - With Chris Curry, Steve Furber and Hermann Hauser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaonVYOTSsk

8-Bit Guy: ZX80, ZX81, And Timex Sinclair 10000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Jr7Q1yJOUM

TCW017 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market Hardware: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW018 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market Software: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

Sinclair ZX 81 Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM_d37vMtEA

Sinclair Timex 1000 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zSFGtzBsng

Sinclair ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqnIa4rXK_c Sinclair ZX Spectrum Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh0g73JvFbo

Timex Sinclair 2028: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTKckoSj-OE

Sinclair QL System Review and Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU_VUN9VVcM

Sinclair QL Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCKercQxHrk

The Pawn by magnetic scroll on Spectrum Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1tG0dNmZrs

Sinclair Spectrum 128: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_gnu8hkbdE

Sinclair Spectrum 128 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EEvrTeWSTk

Sinclair C5 Infomercial 1985: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5N937V8ZOw

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 130 - Uncle Clive's Radionics

We look at Sir Clive Sinclair in his early years dealing with creation of electronics for hobbyists. Sir Clive held a passion for miniaturization and doing so at a low cost. This started with audio equipment, amplifiers, high fidelity stereo, and FM radios. This continued into calculators, and digital watches. Sir Clive wanted to look into miniature TVs, and procured funding through the NEB. In an act of prescience he founded a second company that eventually became Sinclair Research to serve as a life boat if things went bad with the NEB. Sinclair Research, then known as the Science of Cambridge, produced the first domestic computer in the United Kingdom the MK 14! Sir Clive eventually left Sinclair Radionics after the disasterous launch of the Black Watch. A watch that when shocked had the potential to overload, and explode.

What is High Fidelity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0LWnpzdrW4

Sinclair Black Watch Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXSNDPeSC1c

Cambridge MK14 Computer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_vhWxu-spA

Sinclair Mini TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqqFY8MUWLo

Goldeneye on a Sinclair TV80: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auWKrlmZ3t0

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 129 - The Crash That Almost Was

We look at the crash that almost was. Most people do not realize that in the mid nineties we came very close to another video game market crash. A difficult transition was at hand as companies tried to figure out how and if they embrace the third dimension in video games. Coupled with a declining arcade market. New hardware costing twice as much, if not more than current systems many companies were on the edge. The market forces between Japan and the US with currency exchanges ate into profit margins. It lead to the deaths or decline of a few prominent companies. Most notably SEGA, and Acclaim. However because not just one major company was baring this the industry survived and continues to move forward to the present day!

Castlevania: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOTUVXrAOE8

Super Castlevania IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jd7P7niYimk

Super C: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-z8xXA_v8k

Contra III The Alien Wars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxJ5XbYWMpA

Super Mario Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6JjK04Pas0

Super Mario Brothers 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2LTcQwmOV4

Street Fighter II Turbo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otPC3_bL-4Y

Super Street Fighter II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ezoa6sVVP7U

Final Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKDNUKa68NI

Final Fight 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHk5JJ56v2Q

Castlevania X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGQcMr2JGE0

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Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 128 - Nintendo in 1985

We look at that special time during 1985 when Nintendo did a holiday test market in New York City! By being in the right place at the right time they were able to, along with market forces, revive the dead home console industry. They had quite a challenge with retailers, and a public that were hostile towards games. Knowing this Nintendo worked to distance itself from the precious era with marketing that did not use the terms video game, or cartridges. Instead this was an entertainment system. You used Game Paks. Not to mention the introduction of R.O.B. everyone's favorite Robotic Operating Buddy! By the time of Christmas 1985 with a lot of hard work Nintendo was able to set the stage for a nationwide launch the following year.

TCW 104 - A Holistic View of ET: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-holistic-view-of-et/

TCW 014 - Nintendo Playing with Power: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-playing-with-power/

TCW 110 - Books of History: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/books-of-history/ TCW 124 - The Visions of Coleco Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-1/

TCW 125 - The Visions of Coleco Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-visions-of-coleco-part-2/

TCW 019 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-1/

TCW 020 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-2/

TCW 021 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 3: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-3/

TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

Nintendo Advanced Video System : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEA2ePG8m-4

The Story of R.O.B. the Robot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2FuHErzhVE

First Nintendo Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IU1-ncmPiJk

Early Nintendo Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZo56YK9gE

Nintendo Deluxe Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzdyp9L7se8

Gyromite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocrTkuPMmvI

Duck Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQRtvktq_Hg

Stack Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Da0_OgCCLJA

Hogan's Alley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RZdbIvW3LI

Wild Gunman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDuFDlAZpZY

Excite Bike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRgMCtaWoSU

Wrecking Crew: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7F-7MtkHD0

Tennis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtO34yEbNvo

Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_hETp0pAuU

Golf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmWjZbHjUgg

Soccer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8fwKWKFmbw

10 Yard Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LUyTv9j1TM

Ice Climber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awYlHBXHits

Clu Clu Land: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M2iQloynbg

Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=786yrUhXVrk

Kung Fu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-gyVEqS1Ts

Super Mario Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qirrV8w5SQ

Piano Scene BIG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF7-rz9nIn4

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Carol of the Bells: https://www.dl-sounds.com/royalty-free/carol-of-the-bells/

The Holy and the Ivy: https://www.singing-bell.com/the-holly-and-the-ivy-mp3/

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TCW Podcast Episode 127 - Dreams of Sega

We look at the rapid decline of SEGA. A company mired in infighting between executives. This led to the disasterous launch of the Sega Saturn. Which was launched early as a panic move when faced with the competition from the SONY PlayStation. SEGA tried again with the Dreamcast, but was hindered by NEC only able to produce a quarter of the promised chips. Continued infighting and an exodus of middle management led to more problems. Resulting in the eventual merger, after a second attempt, with Sammy where SEGA currently resides as SEGA Sammy Holdings!

TCW 005 - The Untold History of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-untold-history-of-sega/

TCW033 - The Saga of SEGA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-saga-of-sega/

TCW068 - Sega VS Nintendo Round 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-1/

TCW069 - Sega VS Nintendo Round 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-2/

TCW070 - Sega VS Nintendo Round 3: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sega-vs-nintendo-round-3/

TCW041 - Beating Them All Up: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/beating-them-all-up/

Tower of Power: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsSbcmRQfHc The Launch of the Sega Saturn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkdygHiqB40

The Launch of the Sega Dreamcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jlsTlmj_eI

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 126 - Activision and Atari

We look at the video games that Activision made for the Atari VCS/2600 when the founders of Activision split from Atari. Activision focused on graphics and presentation as a key factor in the game creation process. They were able to push the limits of the Atari VCS to do things that were thought impossible by the base system. The sunset employed in the game with Stampede is used again in later games and became a kind of hallmark of some Activision games. With the release of Pitfall 2, the inclusion of a special chip providing enhanced graphics, and music hints at where the VCS could have gone had the crash not occurred!

TCW 009 - The History of Mediagenic Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-i/

TCW 010 - The History of Mediagenic Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-ii/

How CRT Televisions Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4UgZBs7ZGo

Dragster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nz79pdqiyk0

Checkers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhtePX2BApk

Fishing Derby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_25-gc-sno0

Boxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JAf0RDD_qg

Bridge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sckeVsRrsc

Skiing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVBcKKCEkB0

Laser Blast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvnq96SVQh0

Tennis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TueiMj2l3k

Ice Hockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aev4tsHuPc

Stampede: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-e2ZE5YDeU

Stampede Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DB6fbtr9pb4

Freeway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5pdJz3DcNk

Freeway Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqHxuTPcSAs

Kaboom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-SBEh2p9KA

Kaboom Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkNztWEVxD4

Avalanche Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VDvRlNuaX4

Barnstorming: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzekJZZ9QW0

Barnstorming Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOIxiVjjZgU

River Raid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnFjVybfxj4

River Raid Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Baep8YZO-l4

Starmaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmJcXXvK2Bo

Starmaster Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClO_Gvr7G2U

Sky Jinks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJ3ppEtCs0w

Chopper Command: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EecA8TdChxo

Pitfall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAJzamWAFOE

Pitfall Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DA4V-n8Ft3g

Grand Prix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWkPqNl0nw8

Seaquest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErknoYi8Ja0

Decathlon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfaOTKClseM

Robot Tank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8U9_AzXddBU

Robot Tank Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdJF5jhajb4

Pitfall 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZIMaJnzPzw

Pitfall 2 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3AWTX3V2yY

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 125 - The Visions of Coleco Part 2

In our second part look at Coleco we dive into the electronics and transition into programable consoles. We see how they influenced the post crash consoles of Nintendo and Sega. With the release of Colecovision we saw one of the most advanced consoles of the pre crash era. The system was able to do faithful recreations of many popular arcade games. This is most exemplified with the release Donkey Kong. Coleco tried to transition into computers with the release of ADAM. However this turned into a disaster for the company and marked the turning point into a rapid decline. They were able to stay afloat for a little while with the release of Cabbage Patch Kids, however Coleco was unable to recover from the downward spiral.

TCW 025 - Mattel Electronics?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/mattel-electronics/

Coleco Quarterback Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93u6POODKQY Coleco Head to Head Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmLX1ylQhMs

Mini Tabletop Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iuo0njOI-qE

Colecovision Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhOyuI4MwS8

Colecovision Turbo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbxX3DK3pSU

Colecovision Zaxxon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGIAKKsNylU

Colecovision Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nI9WwdVb-_A

ADAM Computer Comercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-dmEFOT3FY

Coleco Adam Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAYCqMchb88

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 124 - The Visions of Coleco Part 1

We look at the Connecticut Leather Company otherwise known as Coleco! We see how a simple company starting with leather goods transformed into a toy company that spanned multiple generations. Coleco started exploring electronic toys with games like electric football. They found themselves uniquely suited to take advantage of the coming Pong on a chip craze. With their early entry allowing them to outpace the competition when the chip shortage struck. However due to complications Coleco decided to pull out of video games after the Pong fad started to fade.

Howdy Doody: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=674LDaMpDnU

Eagle Toys Hockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUlDXHXNCYs

Coleco Electric Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8y0_XVnCII

Electric Football Mini Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMyaWCroBg8

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/ Coleco Telstar Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQ9iGNSjwWo

RF Modulators: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOS2j2cUyo8 TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/ Jai-Alai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5iQcnIRMa8

Coleco Telstar Colormatic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Sunfn3zkKQ Coleco Telstar Ranger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaRcdOfWawk Coleco Telstar Galaxy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HS_zZZL9ynE

Coleco Telstar Combat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE0pBEipkjQ

Coleco Telstar Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0AqMUySRG0

Coleco Telstar Arcade Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGXc15cgzhw

Coleco Telstar Marksman Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfAAamT_vwY

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 123 - A Casual World Part 2

In our continued exploration of casual games we see the rise of match three in popularizing the genre. Exemplified by games such as Klax, Columns, Bejewed, and Candy Crush. The continued development and migration to the web further fueled the popularization of casual games. Reaching the apex today with the help of casual games on Facebook. That apex exemplified with the company PopCap Games. Enjoy the casual world of games!

The Tetris God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Alw5hs0chj0

Klax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amH4q0TV384

Lucy and the Chocolate Factory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkQ58I53mjk

Columns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCZ_2d_oF8Y

Acccustic coupler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bSMJQbUpL0

TCW 039 - On-Line Systems: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/on-line-systems/

TCW 040 - Sierra On-Line: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sierra-on-line/

Space Jam Website: https://www.spacejam.com/

Castle Crashers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9d0VXoJ5qyc

Bejeweled : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrDsaK2qMUE

Evolution of Farmville: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uyits1Q7Zk8

Candy Crush Saga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7ThVjWeiMc

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 122 - A Casual World Part 1

We look at the changes in the industry, mindset, and accessibility of games that lead to the formation of casual games. The early groundwork is set with casual games like Shanghai, Rubix, Reversi, Solitaire, and Tetris. The development happened organically, almost by accident. The tales of some of the pioneers that opened the door to what is arguably the biggest segment of the modern gaming industry is a tale not well told. We start that tale in this episode!

Shanghai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujw9y_m41WM

History of Mediagenic Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-i/

History of Mediagenic Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-mediagenic-part-ii/

Rubix the Amazin Cube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A6Ey_FHJkk

Reversi Windows 1.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcIDOdZu5GA-

The Complete Tetris Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-complete-tetris-story/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 121 - The Whole Video Game Industry Part 4

In this, our conclusion of the whole video game industry, we start with a look at Xerox Park, and the technologies that came from their endeavors. We see the true formation, merging, and maturation of videogames as an entertainment fixture! This of course is not without the challenges that stand before any new industry, including infighting, a congressional hearing, and espionage! Enjoy our conclusion and look at the whole video game industry!

Livestream Recording Part 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApvgGf4xpjM

TCW 083 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=An+Unlikely+Pairing+of+Siliwood

TCW 087 - Virtual History: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/virtual-history/

Space Rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vetUbjRB_0k

TCW 030 - DOOM!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=doom

Congress Violence in Videogames: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhwM3ZMTCR0

TCW 003 - What Makes an Industry?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/what-makes-an-industry/

TCW 036 - Raiding Eidos: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=Raiding+Eidos

TCW 066 - Half of a Life: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/half-of-a-life/

Darknet Diaries - XBOX Underground Pt1: https://darknetdiaries.com/episode/45/

Darknet Diaries - XBOX Underground Pt2: https://darknetdiaries.com/episode/46/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 120 - The Whole Video Game Industry Part 3

This is our third part looking at the entire video game industry. We start with looking at the European PC industry, and then transitioning into the Arcade industry. We look at the arcades from both the United States, and Japanese standpoints. We then see the creation of the Famicom, and its debut in the west as the Nintendo Entertainment System. Next episode we will conclude our epic look at the whole industry!

Live Recording Part 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdAC0_F4I6Y

TCW 017 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Hardware: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

TCW 057 - Foundation of the Japanese Video Arcade Game Industry : http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/foundation-of-the-japanese-video-arcade-game-industry/

TCW 042 - Laser Craze: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/laser-craze/

Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxaYafoAqFY

Super Cobra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6FK9jNBURY

Xevious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P24bjcvnxd8

TCW 073 - Adventuring in the Arcade: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=Adventuring+in+the+Arcade

TCW 035 - EA the Teenage Years: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ea-the-teenage-years/

TCW 063 - Lawsuits for Nintendo: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/lawsuits-for-nintendo/

TCW 111 - Jumping to It!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=Jumping+to+it

TCW 011 - The Genesis of JRPGs: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-genesis-of-jrpgs/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 119 -The Whole Video Game Industry Part 2

We continue our look at the entire video game industry! In the second part we start looking at the industry leading up to the crash! We continue the story where part 1 left off. We see the evolution of the industry along the three lines of arcade, home console, and PC. We see the pervasive influence of Dungeons and Dragons on the industry. Particularly the PC scene. A lot of crazy, and a lot of fun! Check out the companion video is you want to know how the original recording was!

Archive Live Stream Recording on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ5gDXPUV8g

TCW 078 - Invading Taito Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2/

TCW 057 -Foundation of the Japanese Video Arcade Game Industry : http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/foundation-of-the-japanese-video-arcade-game-industry/

TCW 008 - Birth of the Japanese Game Center: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/birth-of-the-japanese-game-center/

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

TCW 025 - Mattel Electronics?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/mattel-electronics/

TCW 085 - Computer Game BASICs: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=Computer+Game+BASICs

TCW 016 - Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and The Disciples: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/early-computer-game-platforms-the-trinity-and-the-disciples/

D&D Dark Dungeons Comic: http://www.therobotspajamas.com/dd-kills-with-the-help-of-satan/

D&D Dark Dungeons Comic Comparison: http://www.theescapist.com/darkdungeons.htm

Mazes and Monsters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HfU0UjcCeE

TCW 101 - Infocom: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=Infocom

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 118 - The Whole Video Game Industry Part 1

This is part one of our four part series looking at the entire video game industry at a very macro level. We look at the start of computers all the way through to the early video arcades and beyond! We see the evolution of games on PC, the arcade, and the initial forays into the home. We even see a hybrid of sorts with games like Seawolf combining electro-mechanical and video elements. We did a live recording of four episodes, including this one, on June 28th, 2020. Archival video of that is available on our YouTube channel!

YouTube Livestream Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwLh3ptIkhM

Ahoy "The First Video Game": https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=uHQ4WCU1WQc

Ethan's Response: https://thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2019/10/16/a-response-to-ahoys-the-first-video-game/

TCW 089 - The Dawn of Computers and Gaming: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-dawn-of-computers-and-gaming/

TCW 081 - The Meeting of Spacewar: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-meeting-of-spacewar/

TCW 007 - History of the Arcade: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/history-of-the-arcade/

TCW 034 - The Nutting Associates: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/?s=The+Nutting+Associates

Seawolf MAME: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ss0FEdCIJEM

Seawolf Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipssJjkN2bY

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 117 - Wing Commander

We look at one of the great space flight simulators of the 90's! Wing Commander is largely attributed to Chris Roberts. However we find out in this episode the many other people who were instrumental in not just the story, but gameplay of Wing Commander. We can see the true potential of the Siliwood era with the live action cut scenes used in both Wing Commander III and IV. We of course look at the inspirations for Wing Commander, and take a look at the history of the people involved! Grab your flight suit, and strap yourself in commander!

TCW 017 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Hardware: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-hardware/

TCW 018 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Software: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

Wizadore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Frec-Bh6XfE

Stryker's Run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78Q6qrzYw5I

TCW 038 - Origin Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/origin-story-1489274251/

Times of Lore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us8fDT3HYz8

Bad Blood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=to057eXgGNw

Space Rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyby7Znjmzc

Battlehawks 1942: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pt6Q0jPWnQw&t=731s

F-19 Stealth Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYPAKu2sP7w

Wing commander launch cutscene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rocwNg05FL4

Wing Commander 1 Campaign with Commentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9Z4q8y-FhY

Wing Commander 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3IXwoZSH9Y&list=PLcl9BuQAvqoAQWPRbs__HFdgNDpXx-uUA

TCW 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/an-unlikely-pairing-of-siliwood/

Wing Commander 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhPlK6yOT3g

Wing Commander 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcbHuJxqgk0

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 116 - The Atari Games You Are Looking For

In this episode we continue our tradition of looking at Atari! This time a deep look at Atari Games. We look at the company starting with it's acquisition by Namco. We look at its progression through the 80's and 90's with many notable games. Unfortunately during the Siliwood era Atari was reacquired by Time Warner. After limited success the remnants of the company were sold off to Williams' where the name of Atari was given up in a legal dispute with Hasbro.

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

TCW 032 - The History of the Atari Brand: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-history-of-the-atari-brand/

TCW 029 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

Marble Madness - Atari 1984: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jazxSQz0yL4

Star Wars Arcade Atari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHUToeQykp0

Star Wars Arcade Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHaST9kFApo

Firefox Atari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ivJ7c_naPQ

Atari Temple of Doom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnFM7qP4cZo

Atari Road Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dprbGfSttHU

Atari Empire Strikes Back: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz2B4Iy9-6M

Paperboy Arcade Atari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnFMiTjswtk

Gauntlet Atari Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrddJQSgPtk

Dandy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pT8grHJweO4

Maze War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF9XKRWnsTY

Atari Super Sprint: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwGAINxvTjQ

Poll Position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2HArfckAZk

Spy Hunter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNzgP3gw0B0

Road Blaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNgSd35t1W4

Hard Driven' : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6JC-HCNcio

720 degrees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBuVQfbprx8

Toobin': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VT-hn4WnX_0

Nintendo Pac-Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYMPeiW3pAU

Nintendo Gauntlet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hepP5EnDAac

TCW 062 - Lawsuits for Everyone!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/lawsuits-for-everyone/

Klax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5agwV8qfL9Q

Rampart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6q68SM1_ak

Pit Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbJRD1UKf_Y

Primal Rage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMEWlfA8TAs

Area 51 Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVGiK1stSRQ

TCW 075 - Gunning For Light: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/gunning-for-light/

TCW 059 - Williams’ Crazy Story Pt 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TVW 060 - Williams’ Crazy Story Pt 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-2/

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 115 - The Return of the Sdraziw of Sir-Tech

Our second part look at Sir-Tech Software! The company continues to struggle with the release of wizardry V, but makes the transition away from the Apple II with the release of Wizardry VI. The Wizardry franchise is a major hit in the Japanese PC space. This leads to Wizardry anime, manga, and Japanese only games. Sir-Tech still continued to struggle to maintain a presence as the US PC industry continued to consolidate. Despite some success bringing foreign software to the states, Sir-Tech closed operations in the 2000s.

TCW 071 - A Story of Brøderbund!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-story-of%c2%a0br%c3%b8derbund/

TCW 074 - The Japanese PC Industry: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-japanese-pc-industry/

Wizardry OAV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGYMeuiFyv8

Wizardry V: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJVrsR1kKT4

Wizardry VI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxdBGJsMD4g

The Bard's Tale C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8VubXKOdTo

Wizardry VII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDQ29xYfHFE

Freakin' Funky Fuzzballs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2EvvaDbqOs

Jagged Alliance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W52AJktdt2g

Realms of Arkania: Blade of Destiny:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KHoNrylJTg

TCW 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/an-unlikely-pairing-of-siliwood/

Wizardry VIII Speedrun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NyK6DEd9Ps

Jagged Alliance II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ixp1EdyjNbY&list=PLw0Vo7rx5xsWP3VJSWFCVppg6RXE1pdji

Jagged Aliance II Unfinished Business: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CujpJ6fA19w&list=PLBD6B9401FA082CEB

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 114 - The Wizards of Sir-Tech

We look at the company Sir-Tech. Known as "the Wizardry company", and founded by Norman Sirotek and Robert Woodhead. The company was originally founded to market Info Tree, a database program. The shift was made into video games starting with the release of Galactic Attack. With the heavy influences of the games on the PLATO system. Andrew Greenberg and Woodhead would meet, and would start collaboration on what would eventually be Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord. One of the best produced games at the time, it was a major hit on the Apple II platform. Sustainability for the franchise was hamstrung with lack of innovation, and the requirement of the first game to play Wizardry II and III. This culminated with the major disaster that was the release of Wizardry IV.

TCW 084 - Time Shared: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/time-shared/

CARDIAC - Computer Teaching Tool: https://www.cs.drexel.edu/~bls96/museum/cardiac.html

Free Pascal and Lazarus Wiki: https://wiki.freepascal.org/

The Digital Antiquarian - Pascal and the P-Machine: https://www.filfre.net/2012/03/pascal-and-the-p-machine/

Empire on Plato: http://www.daleske.com/plato/empire.php

Galactic Attack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPBac4JAOmg

DND - DOS version: https://www.classicdosgames.com/online/dnd_121.html

PLATO Online Emulation: https://www.cyber1.org/index.asp

Wizardry I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-iOZzwIlMA

Wizardry II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5eYUXmt_sk

Wizardry III (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cWa5HqhWdg

Wizardry IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQaRAYcUoIM

TCW038 - Origin Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/origin-story-1489274251/

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 113 - Primordial Computer Game Industry

A big episode looking at two major companies that bridged the gap between the mainframe time sharing age, and the trinity of home computers. We also look at the lead up to those companies with type in listings in books, and magazines. We look at the evolution of early PCs, and the eventual development of video display cards designed to hook up computers to television sets. An almost forgotten era of PC development, pioneering magazines, and games that would have influence on the home PC market yet to come.

Guest Appearances

The 42 Cast: http://42cast.com/index.php/2020/03/23/the-42cast-episode-70-they-create-worlds/

Pixelated Audio: https://pixelatedaudio.com/earlygames-tcw/

A Critical Hit! - Kate Willaert: https://www.acriticalhit.com/best-box-art-part-2-computer-games-on-printed-paper/

Popular Electronics Jan 1975 ALTAIR 8800: https://www.americanradiohistory.com/Archive-Poptronics/70s/1975/Poptronics-1975-01.pdf

TCW 016 - Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and The Disciples: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/early-computer-game-platforms-the-trinity-and-the-disciples/

TCW 084 - Time Shared: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/time-shared/

Popular Electronics Jul 1976 Sol 20: https://www.americanradiohistory.com/Archive-Poptronics/70s/1976/Poptronics-1976-07.pdf

Scelbi's First Book of Computer Games for the "8008"/"8080": http://www.scelbi.com/files/docs/books/First%20Book%20of%20Computer%20Games.pdf

Scelbi's Galaxy Game for the "8008"/:8080": http://www.scelbi.com/files/docs/books/Galaxy%20Game.pdf

Cromemco Video Dazzler: Kaleidoscope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tDbn1N8EWI

Byte Magazine Dazzler Write-up: https://archive.org/details/byte-magazine-1976-06/page/n7/mode/2up

Microchess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zuihp7Gq3Y

The KIM-1 Microcomputer History and Basic Features: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jj0Hn2ZcW-s

The KIM-1 Microcomputer Serial and Cassette I/O: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97PccuhGl9w

BYTE Magazine Archive: https://archive.org/details/byte-magazine

Creative Computing Archive: https://archive.org/details/creativecomputing

Saucer War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exSJ0gYw0pM

Digital Derby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5bO6AsPOrs

Advanced Dragon Maze: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHK1V-_Dz3w

How "Old School" Graphics Worked: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rsycfDliZU

Rocket Pilot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJEYr-nkgzA

Saucer Invasion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgmR4ULcgqo

Star Wars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JzmX8KKHmM

Space Maze: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAzEWT20WSc

Laser Turret: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1czDFB6qmZ0

Pirates!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yULTq7wnJ3M

3D Docking Mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66-CqOuBQpY

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 112 - And Landing on it!

We continue our dive into platforming games. We look at the three main "schools" of thought brought about in the 2-D era. We start with the fast platforming pioneered by Sonic with Crash Bandicoot. The cinematic platformer of Prince of Persia is continued with Tomb Raider. Nintendo, makes its shift into 3-D with Starfox, and the development of the N64. This culminates with the release of Super Mario 64. These early transitions continue to evolve into the modern action platformers of Uncharted, and Super Mario Sunshine.

How Crash Bandicoot Hacked The Original Playstation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izxXGuVL21o

Crash Bandicoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK-h4M4Aetg TCW 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/an-unlikely-pairing-of-siliwood/

Crash Bandicoot Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTi5EaocGaY

Sega Saturn Tomb Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfTnITt-vkU

TCW 036 - Raiding Eidos: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/raiding-eidos/

Starglider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqmTEjpLd8E

Starfox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EkVHxE0Y8I

Stunt Race FX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUT0ZLdYwok

Super Mario World 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8btNneN8ew

Croc Legend of the Gobbos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQ5xtiisV-U

Super Mario 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6tFoIUyOdU

Jax and Dexter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lpq3zVXs9A

Sonic Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bd9Duv-6pFg

Super Mario Sunshine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9e11_HgnBUg

Uncharted: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hv48CUSjC40

Uncharted 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EhpxpPeTKE

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 111 - Jumping to It!

We leap around to the myriad of games that were influential in the development of platformer genre. Starting with an evolution from Space Invaders into Heiankyo Alien; the concept was thrown onto its side with Space Panic. Further refinement brought in jumping with Donkey Kong. Platformers were not as suited for the arcade scene, and ended up truly finding a place in the home on consoles and computers.

Load Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWwyhymcDxI

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opru6qPsPa4

TCW 074 - The Japanese PC Industry : http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-japanese-pc-industry/

Heiankyo Alien Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSxYdeqJAkY

Heiankyo Alien Game Boy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY3qVBkIu74

Space Panic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLd1xABCsaQ

Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U24OcmpZ6fA

Gaming Historian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mcfrosticles

Raiders of the lost ark intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUWYmTpYdP4

Pitfall Atari 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkDllyETiBA

Miner 2049er: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wg12YPQ5nKk

TCW 018: British 8-Bit Computer Market: Software: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

Packland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CDVshu9a4U

Super Mario Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvfBUntkYcg

Russian Attack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STjMHqeF3R0

Mega Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkD3lEANa_4

Mega Man 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWZZUyD-nRs

Prince of Persia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv20j8ChtRY

Rotoscoping: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDaEKy7qB7U

Alex Kidd in Miracle World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yasiyS7dkcU

Aladdin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlxuPsQFX28

Sonic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTBGIo7HXis

Donkey Kong Country: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4EUEsEM328

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for order through CRC Press and other retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 110 - Books of History

We look at the many books dealing with video game history. Starting off with books that were primarily strategy guides, and had tidbits of historical interest woven in. As time progressed journalists, and industry insiders started to write books that included more history and even interviews with the people involved. As time moved on more comprehensive books, written by journalists, tried to capture the entire history in a complete narrative. However because of the near complete reliance on oral accounts, limited ability to fact check, and time of the authors these early works are plagued with inaccuracies. Though they still have value with a snapshot of the history as viewed at the time.

Before Mario: http://blog.beforemario.com/

Screen Play: https://archive.org/details/ScreenPlaytheStoryofVideoGames

Video Invaders: https://archive.org/details/book_video_invaders/mode/2up

The Winner's Book of Video Games: https://archive.org/details/Winners_Book_of_Video_Games/mode/2up

Game Over: https://archive.org/details/0966961706/

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for order through CRC Press and other retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 109 - Adventuring with LucasArts Part 2

This our second half looking at LucasArts adventure games. We look at a company that for a time could do no wrong! Innovative storytelling, and gameplay with Monkey Island 2, Day of the Tentacle, and Sam & Max hit the Road being prime examples. However due to retail outlets, competition, and the continuing technological advancement of the computer industry; LucasArts was unsuccessful in transitioning into the 3-D space. The commercial flop of Grim Fandango, and Escape from Monkey island was the last attempts at adventure games using 3-D.

Tim Schafer Resume: https://www.kotaku.com.au/2009/09/how-tim-schafer-got-his-job-at-lucasarts/

PC Monkey Island 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AerjOGn6jGo

PC Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZZXJ3zCRDQ

Dragonslayer Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHJ-gZUqD2o

Batteries Not Included Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJmvsb13dA8

The Dig: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvGm29ZBTfo

Day of the Tentacle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eW283uY3sLI

Sam & Max Hit the Road: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7qBJak98cs

Full Throttle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1akgtCgsaXQ

Curse of Monkey Island: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfAo3O2qZR0

Grim Fandango: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYiADIyLEtk

Escape From Monkey Island: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMhlFfmOhmY

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for order through CRC Press and other retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 108- Adventuring with LucasArts Part 1

We look at LucasFilm games, AKA LucasArts. Not the company as a whole, but their influence on adventure games. Not only were they instrumental in advancing adventure games, they were able to affect the industry as a whole. We look briefly at the formation of the company, and get into some of their early projects. A young contractor, Ron Gilbert, joined the team by helping to convert some early games to the Commodore 64. Gilbert was later the driving force in creating an adventure game that was not full of deaths, saves, and no-win states.

Commodore 64 Ballblazer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPk6sAHFGXg

Atari XL/XE Rescue on Fractalus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kNxy6UIX_k

Labyrinth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77Aje3ceClA

Grumpy Gamer: https://grumpygamer.com/teenage_lobot

Ways to die in King's Quest I Remake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-Oo9IJGXGA

King's Quest III Redux: http://www.agdinteractive.com/games/kq3/download/download.html

Maniac Mansion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7oUArcVis0

Ron Gilbert - Maniac Mansion Postmortem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNpjGvJwyL8

Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPEocH6Am6w

Indiana Joes and the Last Crusade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ivNLD75rAU

Classic Games Postmortem: LucasFilm Games' Loom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1aVDael-KM

Loom Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ps1N2GS378g

Why Adventure Games Suck: https://grumpygamer.com/why_adventure_games_suck

The Secret of Monkey Island: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpIUxjGfkXg

A special congratulations to our giveaway winners! Bob Perrin

Maks Beugelsdijk

@DRPGBook

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 107 - Storytime with a Book

We read from chapter 18 of "They Create Worlds: The People and Companies that Shaped the Video Game Industry Vol. 1," which discusses the impact of Breakout on Japan. There are some tangents, other story times, and we bring a lot of things discussed over the years into a more complete perspective. We also learn about the mysteries of magnets.

Steve Wozniak's Blue Box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHZnvN_JCas

Breakout & Super Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5xo-IzERu0

TCW 029 - 50 Years of Namco: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/50-years-of-namco/

TCW 005 - The Untold History of Sega: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-untold-history-of-sega/

TCW 033 - The Saga of Sega: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-saga-of-sega/

Sega The Fonz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osmPZZkCVKM

Degaussing a CRT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEEaZ1GGl9I

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Alex's book is available for order through CRC Press and other retailers: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 106 - The Small Voice of Magnavox

Magnavox continues to strive for survival as an axillary of Philips. While people close to the video game division continue to be optimistic about their offerings; management at Philips was not so. The company continued to be plagued with production shortfalls with new chips, FCC approval problems, and new competition. They were able to make a few games of note developing some interesting ideas on where to take home consoles. Ultimately Magnavox faded into just a brand name for Philips after the video game crash.

Magnavox Odyssey 2000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEEhwCIUDhE

Magnavox Odyssey 3000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW0vW3D91ew

TCW 016 - Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and The Disciples:http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/early-computer-game-platforms-the-trinity-and-the-disciples/

Magnavox Odyssey 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Z4amwfcO9k

Invaders from Hyperspace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hryPZIcaksY

Take the money and run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTB3VLhCRjE

Quest for the Ring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-m-_11Jjf8

KC Muchkin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07JtE4pIq8U

TCW 027 - The Magnavox Patent Lawsuits: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-patent-lawsuits-friday-september-16-2016-1003-am/

https://www.magnavox.com/en/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 105 - The Big Voice of Magnavox

We look at the company of Magnavox. Started around the turn of the century getting into electronics with voice amplification, and eventually radios. Magnavox continued with home electronics in televisions and stereo systems. Unfortunately their visionary leader died unexpectedly, and with the rise of non-American television manufacturers put a lot of pressure on the company. With all this pressure Magnavox is bought by Philips in 1974 to expand the Dutch company's holdings in the United States. The video game division continued to fight for survival and relevance as the decade wound to a close.

Retro Tech - The Wire Recorder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90ihiTwJPCc

TCW 026 -The Magnavox Odyssey: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-magnavox-odyssey/

Magnavox Console Demo (Ft. "Come Fly With Me"): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxtWWof3P7s

Magnavox Odyssey Ski: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NAqFUhXX48

Magnavox Odyssey Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MnRkPvIjKE

Magnavox Odyssey 100(4:43 timestamp): https://youtu.be/HQfDSygn794?t=283

Magnavox Odyssey 500: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Av3ct3yR6A

Magnavox Odyssey 400 Unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNSfOiTUoq8

Magnavox Odyssey 300: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xpO3CJnjiU

The book giveaway is LIVE from January 1st 2020 through February 1st 2020 GMT.

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 104- A Holistic View of ET

The game that has become so shrouded in myth and legend is brought to light in this holiday episode! We look at how E.T. was thrust upon Atari by Warner in a bid to bring Stephen Spielberg in to makes movies for Warner. With a massive royalty overhead, a short five week production time, and a massive brain drain at Atari Howard Scott Warshaw stepped up to the challenge. He took the ambitious task of programing E.T. for Atari, having done Raiders of the Lost Arc previously. Despite the time crunch he decided do an adventure like game which, in combination with a lack of mentorship, lead to some poor design choices. Though lauded as being 'the worst game ever' E.T. is just an unfortunate game that hit Atari at an inopportune time.

Original E.T. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7-2PB4jj2o

Adventure 2600 Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzCrb8y5NCU

Yar's Revenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrHUJrhZMJI

Raiders of the lost Ark Speed Run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OP-e0-0PpLc

ET Atari 2600: ET explained by Atari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-pzdPLfy9Y

Simpsons "Can't Sleep Clown Will Eat Me": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3yuFlvRyqM

TCW 044 - Founding, Syzygy to Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/founding-syzygy-to-atari/

TCW 045 - Atari, Ventures and Acquisitions: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ventures-and-acquisitions/

TCW 046 - Atari, Ray Kassar, and Warner: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ray-kassar-and-warner/

TCW 047 - Vestiges of Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/vestiges-of-atari/

TCW 019 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-1/

TCW 020 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-2/

TCW 021 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 3: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-great-video-game-crash-part-3/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 103 - Elite Systems

We look at one of the British software companies Elite Systems. The company was originally named Richard Wilcox software, and was founded as a collaboration between two brothers with the encouragement of their father. Owing to Richard still being a teenager, had schooling, and could not make programing a full-time career at the time the decision was made to rebrand the company. Steve renamed the company to Elite Systems in 1984, and hired bedroom coders to produce software for the company. The company continued to be one of the industry leaders when it came to where the market was going. They went to licenses, in studio development, consoles, independent developer, and now mobile gaming. We finish up looking briefly at the controversy around the company's Kick-Starter campaign for the ZX Spectrum Bluetooth keyboard for retro games.

Blue Thunder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9nESwphljA

Kokotoni wilf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cnq4SdcYzs

Airwolf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LOAciMPGrI

Frank Bruno's Boxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cUku-A0UOc

TCW 035 - EA: The Teenage Years: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/ea-the-teenage-years/

TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

Commando: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKom2O2H0pQ

Paperboy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aR9tQYb76UM

Dragon's Lair EU NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63JKJPtZ344

Striker SNES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVmLLmILrrg

Test Drive Off-Road PSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMNUsD_FfQw

Test Drive Off-Road PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA3M5K0ezsg

Telegraph video of ZX Spectrum Bluetooth Keyboard with Steve Wilcox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HQQsKBeIpI

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 102 - Stern Electronics

We look at the short history of Stern Electronics. A company that has influenced and been influenced by multiple other companies through its people. We cover the paths of many of these people including the founder Gary Stern. During the transition to video games in the late 70's and early 80's Stern was the American arm for Konami bringing over many of their games. With financial difficulties from having to buy out one of the major investors, once they became mired in legal trouble, and the collapse of the video game industry, Stern ceased to be. A quick flash for an interesting company.

TCW 059 - Williams’ Crazy Story Pt 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TCW 060 - Williams’ Crazy Story Pt 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-2/

TCW 090 - Lion and Bally Manufacturing: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/lion-and-bally-manufacturing/

TCW 091 - Bally: The Road to Fitness: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/bally-the-road-to-fitness/

Dr. Tran: (potentially NSFW): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO0kRE5OTZI

TCW 051 - Sons of Pong: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/sons-of-pong/

Smiley Face History: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2009/feb/21/smiley-face-design-history

URL Video Action Indy 500: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIa0J10raDc

Berzerk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdewB64l2-c

TCW 052 - The Many Faces of Konami: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-many-faces-of-konami/

Astro Invader: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UcmU0qV5U8

The End: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcOa6DSDgxQ

Tutankham: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z242gkTzmM

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 101 - Infocom

We look at the short life of Infocom. A company that fell into the videogame sphere. Best known for their text adventure games, including the renowned game Zork. They started off as a company to keep creative minds together from MIT, and brought forth unique developments including using virtualization for video games. Due to lack of innovation, combined with its acquisition by Activision, the failure of their database Cornerstone, and saturating the market with a niche product; the company was closed down in the late 1980's. With a dedicated fan base in text adventures, Infocom's influence has been felt in some circles to the present day!

TCW084 - Time Shared: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/time-shared/

Colosal cave advcenture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3etkSoHrR8

Zork on a PDP-11: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYng1yypNCA

Zork Example Play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNN4VPlRBJ8

Quick Explanation of Virtualization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XItj08D5KPk

What is Virtual Memory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2quKyPnUShQ

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 100 - The 100 Most Influential Games Part 3

And at long last, TCW Episode 100! To celebrate our 100th episode, we finish our countdown of the 100 most influential video games of all time. This time, we look at only 20 games, but these are the games we have deemed the absolutely most essential for shaping the video game industry as it exists today. We present these final twenty games in chronological order by original release date. Now that we have made all our picks, what do you think? Let us know on Twitter!

Games:

Spacewar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EWQYAfuMYw

Pong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut6Rh-rmGAo

Colossal Cave Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhFrWH0na0A

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uSzmzZP1s8

MUD (Core MUD): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-yhk0chxyk

Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pp2aMs38ERY

Super Mario Bros.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87ViRBWz4-E

Elite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJvdZWhNLiM

Dragon Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5dalWuTitE

Tetris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNbo1AGqKrI

SimCity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A54blk-ojA4

John Madden Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EbPghLpK6c

Civilization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE3t_WuoSwE

Ultima Underworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee4PUcpGSn8

Alone in the Dark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lWaQe8LPW0

Doom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFnOLFd_ByQ

Quake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbCHIYXBts0

Super Mario 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SVLIRthpNc

Ocarina of Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mF9CxAulk04

Grand Theft Auto 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zoLurwbCHM

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 099 - The 100 Most Influential Games Part 2

And now, forty more games drawn from our list of the 100 most influential games of all time! Presented in no particular order, this list of hits and obscurities provides an overview of video game history through some of the most important milestone titles. This batch of forty games tend to be of more recent vintage, with RPGs, MMOs, Real-Time strategy, and shooters dominating the list.

Games

Rescue Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8_XsRYTO-0

Herzog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MU2FDnKzt5I

Dune 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOscXf0Fpmk

StarCraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-j3X3EuCf98

Seven Cities of Gold: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57qE1arvo3U

Dynasty Warriors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2SARDWdZIM

Fire Emblem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp2NqY3M6fI

DikuMUD: https://dikumud.com/

Neverwinter Nights:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwFv_LerIAg

World of Warcraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vlVQYjkCDM

Maple Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_0hm9Xj5dQ

Tower of Druaga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCCGIP4SifE

Wizardry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYLn_ij5G10

Ultima: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrQFzWO4pYo

Ultima IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHfAE5tXHv4

Rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riN2FDtPCnw

Baldur's Gate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WYOH5PmoaE

Dungeon Master: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGLkPY22pkg

Parappa the Rapper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbYdRZ8FiuA

Dance Dance Revolution:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jywza4So-eU

Shariki: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8XKS7tLB8w

Pokemon Red & Blue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHHSQxn_IOY

Minecraft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oghqTROa7o

Half-Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoV9o6b91Sc

Battlefield 1942: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gc2AJQLvcQ

Halo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IX9ZyK5L3-A

Medal of Honor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6ivwknQN54

ARMA 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97wFTd2lW34

PUBG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sctOYN2pMs4

Resident Evil 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFuHLUuuzLI

Kill Switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1zW5X0CwTs

Gran Turismo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqlFs3s2JNM

Virtua Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl895zXjfyQ

Ridge Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D5VHJAE5io

Tomb Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BltNSs9Vzdg

Resident Evil:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moW4wLlZnHk

Shenmue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8RpDgxAyKI

ICO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPP41ZKtA0c

Myst: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D30r0iRH73Q System Shock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xap7JLlROSQ

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 098 - The 100 Most Influential Games Part 1

In a completely arbitrary order we look at what we feel are the 100 most influential games. Starting off with the first 40 games! These are 100 games that we consider influential or important to the development of the modern industry. Some are popular, some are obscure, some you will wonder why we were crazy enough to pick them, but here they are. This episode covers largely early video games on time-sharing systems, in the arcade, and on early consoles. They are presented in no particular order.

Games:

Pot Shot (Scorched Earth DOS video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDw_mpjKlpg

Star Trek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6f9_9kzuzk

Star Raiders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_VDM8nC9sM

Empire (Plato): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qodf2AjrEQo

The Dungeon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cm53IKtL9zw

Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3BQsCCwo8w

Gran Trak 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYEcDpBLDpc

Speed Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jc9_xrD2_M

Table Tennis (Odyssey): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfmL6l128JU

Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW7Sg5pXAok

Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Vc-RIkpk40

Heiankyo Alien (Game Boy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY3qVBkIu74

Xevious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpyFHvPizYM

Gradius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-OaZv3Jfkg

Mortal Kombat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F82XAvCuVc

Street Fighter 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI284D4y1q4

Dragon's Lair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-dg4J9_nes

One on One (c64): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URobcuTcBFU

Brezerk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFSQ0Pl4KDk

Robotron 2084: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l800GL6NQPY

Pac-Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScq4P5gn4A

Defender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gss3lxeqCok

Outrun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELUl-cAtUIE

Pole Position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFs1Xc82Q0U

Renegade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC0GZNjZVH8

Manic Miner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFA2d4G9q30

Metal Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehlAMTh42Ko

Prince of Persia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqCxHlEIrlM

Sonic the Hedgehog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqQYDLcvkBc

Wing Commander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfRvCSBD4q0

Super Mario Kart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlAmXXNz5ac

Adventure 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQZDRELOqoI

Legend of Zelda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ADhznw1zhc

Mystery House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiwHwPvIHBs

King's Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0TLhR51uGY

Portopia Serial Murder Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcQhnJxP7qU

Otogirisou: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SVP9TiqIhA&list=PL4BBFCC3CDD581BE2

Maniac Mansion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7oUArcVis0

Metroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ly1PUEmxyyQ

Symphony of the Night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HnhPNS0rqM

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 097 - Revisions and Updates 2

The podcast is four years old! We celebrate by looking back at past episodes, and revising subjects that Alex has found new information on! There is, of course, more and new information in regards to Atari. We also do some speculation into the origin of Scramble, some commentary on what has been going on at Blizzard Entertainment, and some new information in relation to the origins of Galaxian. We make a note of the earliest known commercial ester egg, some new information on the first Japanese original game creation for the arcade, and wrap up with some more book updates. We look forward to the countdown to episode 100!

TCW 43 - Personal Gaming Histories: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/personal-gaming-histories/

Dragon Warrior Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qL5_3EhqK8

Dragon Quest I Android: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmQqcf0ziSI

Final Fantasy XIV Shadowbringers Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tyuIh12_HU

TCW 44 Founding, Syzygy to Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/founding-syzygy-to-atari/

TCW 45 Atari, Ventures and Acquisitions: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ventures-and-acquisitions/

TCW 46 Atari, Ray Kassar and Warner: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ray-kassar-and-warner/

TCW 47 Vestiges of Atari: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/vestiges-of-atari/

TCW 52 The many Faces of Konami: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-many-faces-of-konami/

Astro Fighter Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMBrGXzB-p8

Astro Fighter Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-dICpXIj50

Scramble Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWIUj4R8-10

Defender Arcade Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq_Zvg9KlII

TCW 54 Blizzard Vikings and WarCraft: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft/

TCW 55 Blizzard: Hellfire and The World… Of WarCraft: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world%e2%80%a6-of-warcraft/

TCW 57 Foundation of the Japanese Video Arcade Game Industry: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/foundation-of-the-japanese-video-arcade-game-industry/

Galaxian : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhYVcwhSWjI

Space Invaders Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJMr36hLY38

Admiral Yamamoto and the Allied Fleets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR0WjZGCNYw

TCW 076 A Fairchild Story: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/a-fairchild-story/

Spitfire Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95guwJJGx8I

Spitfire Easter Egg Video (No Sound): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7fSSbtuYaA

Spitfire Easter Egg Video (Sound): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ws-ExrlbmtY

TCW 77 Invading Taito Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-1/

TCW 78 Invading Taito Part 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/invading-taito-part-2/

TCW 92 Citing Apologies: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/citing-apologies/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 096 - Hello Big Blue

We look at Big Blue and their continuing development of computers in both business, and the home. We see how IBM had to deal with the eye of the government still looking at them for monopolistic practices. Eventually IBM found out they needed to enter the micro-computer market. They spun off a group that had a mandate to get a computer together in a year. However because of this it led to the rise of the PC clones. Compaq, for instance, computers started off with a laptop computer clone of the IBM PC. Later on IBM would try to dominate the market with new standards, that ultimately led to IBM leaving the personal computer field.

IBM 360 Promotional Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4kyTg9Cw8g

IBM 360 Control Program Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=378S5Owi-BI

Compaq 110 Laptop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=em-oE8BCu-0

Compaq Computer Laptop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YO-BCqPqs4

PC JR Overview and Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Whp7XCpU4L0

A brief history of PC BUSes : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEiRZWBBwPI

LGR Tales - The history of OS/2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQdK9owqVd0

OS/2 WARP 4 Tour and Rating: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiLT5UxbnVw

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's book is available for preorder and should be released through CRC Press in December 2019: http://bit.ly/TCWBOOK1

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 095 - Hello Little Blue

A sorted history involving scams, monopolies, and acts of petty revenge predate the company the world would see dominate the computer industry in the 70's and 80's. What started as an umbrella company became, under Tom Watson St's leadership, a tabulating company that grew to prominence in the great depression. Later on his son Tom Watson Jr would lead the company forward in the transition from punch card tabulation machines into computers that IBM would become famous for!

Herman Hollerith Punch Card Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoUK2_vXqQk

Conductor Punching Tickets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euxu97ZM5XM

IBM Once Upon a Punch Card: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlUWg2nxCz0

History of Looms and Punch Cards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itd-4lMoXgI

Harvard Mark I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ObouwCHk8w

Harvard Mark I Original Video and Pictures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN7AdQmd8So

IBM 650 Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7nq-rxYHXk

Demo of the IBM 1401: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQueCt114Gk

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 094 - Epyx not Epic

This is an epic story about Epyx. But don't confuse it with Epic! We look at the computer game company, and the many bits of software that had influences at the dawn of home computing. Everything from the first RPGs to action games that are remembered fondly, especially in Europe. Not to mention the worldwide appeal of the Games series featuring Olympic events. Sadly the company lost sight of its goals with management changes, and was gone by the early 90's. However employees of Epyx continued to influence the video game industry for many years to come.

Starfleet Orion Manual: https://archive.org/details/Starfleet_Orion_1979_Automated_Simulations

Invasion Orion Manual: https://archive.org/details/Invasion_Orion_1979_Automated_Simulations

DunDraCon Website: https://www.dundracon.com/

Temple of Apshai TRS 80: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiMtY5BxdM0

The Datestones of Ryn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BxkFETqcEA

Crush Crumble and Chomp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiTFvwBllZo

TCW 079 - The Six Children of EA: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-six-children-of-ea/

Dragonriders of Pern: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqIj8YWsWOE

Pitstop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR-ELIpaxRw

Jumpman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrsZ1bDy4Dg

Atari 2600 Starpath Supercharger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zsl65fKYsvk

Impossible Mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivHFP3dJAkM

Krusty Burger Olympics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVQkOc73uJA

EPYX Sumer Games 1984: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zDwjctkF5w

EPYX California Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSp8XHpEKzw

Atari Lynx Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdp4yn1B8x8

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 093 - Books-B-Ware

We look at what was largely a footnote in video game history. However it is notable as an early attempt at the integration of traditional media and the computer revolution. There are parallels between bookware and the Siliwood era that came after. Many of the games were stifled by the limitations in hardware at the time. Still there are some notable collaborations between programmers and writers that provide an interesting take on what was to come.

The Digital Antiquarian - Bookware: https://www.filfre.net/2013/09/bookware/

The Hobbit Text Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WJW-xB4mwg

HGTTG Babel fish Puzzle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf_2faXuxEo

Ford puts Babel fish in Arthur's ear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuumnjJWFO4

HGTTG Text Adventure Game 30th Anniversary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1g84m0sXpnNCv84GpN2PLZG/the-game-30th-anniversary-edition

HGTTG Walkthroughs: https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/pc/564459-the-hitchhikers-guide-to-the-galaxy-1984/faqs

Star Raiders Atari 8-bit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_VDM8nC9sM

Mind wheel: on Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODKy8-c-If8

Rendezvous with Rama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VMbPzf_pq8

Fahrenheit 451: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnET12whCYs

EA Amnesia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dl5lJSwF890

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Alex's forthcoming book will be released through CRC Press!

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 092 - Citing Apologies

A filler episode, with some updates on upcoming podcast items, and Alex's first book. Due to Alex trying to meet a deadline for the book we were unable to record until a few days before release. Nothing really historical covered, however a few interesting tidbits in this short episode!

Simpsons "Brownest of the brown liquors": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n39897a9hNk

Nokia Snake Game from the 90's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Rk4JQwtL4

Overview of Chicago Style formatting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qvgtbrg-qRo

Overview of Chicago Citing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NdT4Y620nE

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

Clapping by GB01 Found at : https://freesound.org/people/GB01/sounds/177083/

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TCW Podcast Episode 091 - Bally: The Road to Fitness

In our continuing look at Bally we see the shifting landscape ad they evolve and develop gambling machines. This is not to mean that pinball was neglected. Bally, with an eye to innovation and technology, introduced some of the first sold state pinball machines! They were also, through some luck, brought in with licensing deals with The Who, and Elton John. This led to some of the most popular pinball machines in the post WWII era. We did have to see the departure of Bill O'Donnell from Bally because his ties to organized crime were deemed too great to allow Bally to get a gambling license in Atlantic City. With Bally under new management it then started diversifying, buy buying up various venues. These included, Six Flags, a fitness center, and others. However with a lot of properties not turning a profit, and being tricked into buying more as a defensive we move against a ploy employed by Donald Trump, Bally was stretched too thin to really survive.

German Wall Machine , Rotamint Luxus , 1957: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzNhWxDdyRM

WONDERS , HONEST JOE , Allwin Slot Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1p0Bw1hv5Q

SMB3 Picture House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfH9_zWxRwk

TCW 034 - The Nutting Associates: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-nutting-associates/

The Who & Elton John - Pinball Wizard (Tommy 1975): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DthtDjhqVOU

Abbot and Costello Who's On First: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTcRRaXV-fg&t

Bally Pinball Wizard Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXVg88WqMIo

Captain Fantastic Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1DsyF6XYvM

https://sternpinball.com/

Bally Freedom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sk0LroLsaLA

Bally Night Rider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYEY090OPG4

Bally EVEL KNIEVEL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BljsG0dGPJw

Simpsons "He's OK folks!": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iE7zBMjubqw

Bally 8-Ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0s1O4ScUx6c

Bally Playboy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWP70dq6XN0

TCW 059 - Williams' Crazy Story Pt 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TCW 060 - Williams' Crazy Story Pt 2: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

Rampage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rm6pkWRoJiw

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Alex's forthcoming book will be released through CRC Press!

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 090 - Lion and Bally Manufacturing

What will they do in '32? Ballyhoo! We examine the origins of the Bally Manufacturing Company, makers of pinball and slot machines and operators of fitness centers. While Bally rarely ever created video games under its own name, the company was a domineering force in the coin-operated amusement and gambling spaces and through its subsidiaries nurtured a diverse array of talent that introduced many video game innovations. In this first part, we chart the early years of the company from its start as a printing company subsidiary to the formation of a new Bally out of the ashes of the original in the 1960s by Bill O'Donnell.

TCW 59 - Williams' Crazy Story Part 1: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-1/

TCW 60 - Williams' Crazy Story Part 2 : http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/williams-crazy-story-pt-2/

Punch Board example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvaCjRM_oJE&t=117s

Gottlieb Baffle Ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1jETFi-f_c

Ballyhoo Pinball: https://youtu.be/eGAw4oF5bWA?t=84

Goofy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZY8OLp5OLA

Airway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1s1Gr-Nh8o

Rocket: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPmGtEcjV9M

Simpson's Keep Gaming: https://youtu.be/TvXUkE_Xoe4?t=94

1960's Bally Roller Derby Bingo Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cB7RZyfO1J0

More Bally Roller Derby Bingo and History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfuF4jb-Cqc

Bally Malibu Beach Bingo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwaS16HxGJw

Money Honey Slot Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvcTmmCdSi4

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

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Alex's forthcoming book will be released through CRC Press!

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 089 - The Dawn of Computers and Gaming

We look at the dawn of computers. Not just people; but analog, electronic, and digital computers! We look at how the early games on the computer were not so much games as demonstration programs or simple AI to play games like tic-tac-toe, NIM, checkers, and, of course, chess. We look at how the work done during WWII around RADAR played a role in how both computers and computer games developed. Next we look at some of the fear in the popular psyche of computers and AI as depicted in movies. We finish looking at what is considered the first video games.

Hidden Figures Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wfrDhgUMGI

Analog VS Digital Electronics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxJKXGugfh8

The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1I5ZMmrOfnA

How RADAR Works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3uIXt1V7YY

RADAR Introductory Video (Military?): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rIHdcwlvlk

History of RADAR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeGBXQLu8pQ

An Electromechanical Clock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1it3kjIgocc

Last working analog graphics machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wxc3mKqKTk

Colossus: The Forbin Project Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyOEwiQhzMI

Colossus: The Forbin Project Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colossus:_The_Forbin_Project

War Games "Shall we play a game?": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1F7vaNP9w0

The Turing Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wLqsRLvV-c

Demo of Turochamp Code: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvanV9B6EBs

Carnegie Mellon University Management Game: https://www.cmu.edu/tepper/programs/mba/curriculum/capstones/management-game.html

Tennis for Two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PG2mdU_i8k

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theycreateworlds

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Alex's forthcoming book will be released through CRC Press!

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 088 - Gotta Go Fast!

Since we covered Mario a few episodes ago, it is only fair that we cover his great rival, not Bowser, but Sonic! We go at not quite sonic speed over the creation of the character and franchise. Sonic's interesting inception was brought about through a character submission process. Sonic is the melding of a rabbit, a character called "Mr. Needlemouse," and Michael Jackson! Yes, this is true. Look there is a music video referenced below. Though Sonic suffered from rapid over exposure he is still beloved by many fans. After all these fans pay homage with a Sega Tower of Power to Sonic!

Alex Kidd in Miracle World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yasiyS7dkcU&t=495s

Ghouls and Ghosts Mega Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5CGfah2IEI

Michal Jackson 'Smooth Criminal': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_D3VFfhvs4

Sonic The Hedgehog Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1FEHo_RcNw

Classic Game Postmortem: Sonic the Hedgehog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYO1ZmRuZ_U

Sonic The Hedgehog 2 Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cr1rqVcIhA

Kitsune: Japanese Mythology Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0arkgpNDuJg

SonicCD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apPGHEZxu6s

Pinball Dreams Amiga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UNGMiPETXo

Sonic Spinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzPpRPDRQvA

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhExIWa0R-4

Sonic 3 and Knuckles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soXPc-fvd90

Sega Tower of Power: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y55ZBT_UcmU

Sonic Game Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-D00HFMfmro

Sonic Master System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQPvA0OvR24

Sonic 2 Master System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6RtXmMN9Og

Sonic Mania: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNJLX15aEn4

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 087 - Virtual History

And now we discuss at the technology that has been just a few months away from revolutionizing video games for the past thirty years, virtual reality. While a hot topic again due to the emergence of the Occulus Rift and the PS4 VR, virtual reality has been a Holy Grail of computer graphics research since the early 1960s. We examine the origins of VR at the University of Utah and its refinement at Atari and VPL Labs before looking at several attempts to bring VR into the mainstream in the early 1990s. We end with a quick look at the state of VR today.

Master Collector of View Master: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JxAv3-QOzc

Morton Heilig's Sensorama (Interview): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSINEBZNCks

Legend of the Sword of Damocles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNSh519GxvY

Sword of Damocles Headset Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OwlABr1o-g

Sword of Damocles Headset With Explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vuGXWnYZpA

Lecture from 1996 on Sword of Damocles Headset: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2AIDHjylMI

TCW 046 Atari, Ray Kassar, and Warner: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/atari-ray-kassar-and-warner/

Moon Dust Commodore 64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzVIEnTfclY

Scientific American Interview Jaron Lanier: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/interview-with-jaron-lani/

AVGN Zelda II Power Glove: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ab48nahZzo

The Wizard - Power Glove: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Esx7xgXl5g

The Untold Story Of VR On The Sega Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UN_pN9ZU8Y

Sega VR at CES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd98RGxad0U

Dactyl Nightmare Gameplay and Unit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbOGV8-lyno

Oculus Rift Polygon Nightmare: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqfpt2hoVrU

Discovery Channel Battletech Center: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdJA5C_Po4U&t=4s

Polygon Disney Quest VR Article:https://www.polygon.com/features/2018/10/18/17888722/disneyquest-disney-vr-closed

Zone Hunter Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8STASuTKDag

Buggy Ball VR on a game show: https://youtu.be/NkQCWiYB3Wc?t=475

John Carmack Interview on Oculus Rift: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyuMVazQPos

Tetris Effect Launch Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFVL6t8IHE8

Real Bomb Squad plays Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYunaBkn9Ng

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 086 - Itsa Me Marioooo!

Itsa the most iconic character in video game history: Mario. We explore the origins of Mario and examine how his entire design was born of necessity. We discuss how the character evolved through the Donkey Kong series and Mario Bros. before taking a deep dive into the design of Super Mario Bros. Then it’s a quick tour through the rest of Mario's NES and SNES adventures, setting the stage for his transition into 3D worlds.

Nintendo Radar Scope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kbliYx51ok

TCW Gumpai Yokoi episode: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/nintendo-and-gunpei-yokoi/

Donkey Kong Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJagEKVJ8x4

Mario Bros.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHlUEJXaxfY

Devil World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08q_WmEMh4g

Excite Bike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRgMCtaWoSU

Kung Fu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-gyVEqS1Ts

Pac Land: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=558zv3tHdu4

Baraduke: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYRfKffrMVM

Super Mario Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSssHzHam_o

Famicom Super Mario Bros. 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj-U1ggYRKw

How NES Controller Works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVnwfwXnNiQ&feature=youtu.be&t=318

Doki Doki Panic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px3KTewBGrA

Speed Racer Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suCm1w_KTiY

Japanese Super Mario Box Art: http://thedoteaters.com/?attachment_id=5723

Super Mario Bros. 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2LTcQwmOV4

Super Mario World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vxg5eOPmzHI

Yoshi's Island: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8btNneN8ew

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 085 - Computer Game BASICs

Now that we have explained how timesharing works, it's time to discuss games! In the 1960s, students and professional programmers alike created computer games that were played by dozens, if not hundreds of their peers on timeshared computers. In the early 1970s, some of these programs began to spread across the country thanks to the efforts of early pioneers in computer book and magazine publishing like Bob Albrecht and David Ahl. By the time the first microcomputers appeared in the late 1970s, these games were so widespread that they started being converted to platforms like the Apple II and TRS-80 as well. As a result, games like Lunar Lander, Star Trek, and The Oregon Trail continued to be played decades after they were first created and became recognized as some of the earliest classic computer games.

Kill us all on sight reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2Lc_1aNdZA

1969 Lander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TkFCo4F0_U

Making Games by Year (Remaking Lunar Lander in Python): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJxNUdsnsos

Atari Lunar Lander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McAhSoAEbhM

The Oregon Trail Franchise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fEWA3WGkZ0

The Oregon Trail Card Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg8lCvF1-Oc

Hamurabi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb9Z8FaaVZU

101 BASIC Computer Games: http://www.ccapitalia.net/descarga/docs/1975-101-basic-computer-games.pdf

Star Trek Text Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLKw4AU4KHU&t=86s

Star Trek C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4p6qQEDp0Ug

Hunt the Wumpus Text: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETjYJBJrfq4

Hunt the Wumpus Graphical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkWJMU16GrU

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 084 - Time Shared

We lay the groundwork of computer development that led to some of the earliest influential games that would shape the industry. We cover how computers were one-program-at-a-time systems, and it was only through experimentation that were computers developed that could handle multiple inputs at once. We see how Sputnik scared the USA into spending a lot more in the sciences in order to keep up with Russian space development, which benefited computer-based education initiatives. We finish up looking at the proliferation of computers with remote terminals in universities, high schools, and some grade schools. That combined with the high level programing language BASIC set the stage for development, and spread of games!

Castlevania 2 Runner Pays 400/month for Internet: https://youtu.be/C_3Tdjs0iVA?t=1991

The SAGE Systen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06drBN8nlWg

IRQ, DMA, and Address Ports: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPKXmGkRxQ8

How Computers Work Overview playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAx_6-wdslM&list=PLzdnOPI1iJNcsRwJhvksEo1tJqjIqWbN-

Crash Course Computer Science playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpIctyqH29Q&list=PL8dPuuaLjXtNlUrzyH5r6jN9ulIgZBpdo

The Story of Sputnik: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhJnt3xW2Fc

"The Fun They Had" by Isaac Asimov: https://archive.org/stream/Fantasy_Science_Fiction_v006n02_1954-02/Fantasy__Science_Fiction_v006n02_1954-02#page/n125/mode/2up

1963 MIT Timesharing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q07PhW5sCEk

Machine Code and High Level Languages: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OukpDfsuXE

Birth of BASIC: https://youtu.be/WYPNjSoDrqw

Hello Computer reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkqiDu1BQXY

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 083 - The Silliwood Era now in FMV!

Now that we have set the stage, it's time for glorious FMV! We examine the critical games released in 1993 that began the interactive movie craze and attracted serious attention from the media companies just beginning to establish "interactive divisions." We analyze how both media companies and existing video game companies approached using FMV in their products and conclude by discussing how the sudden entrance and exit of the media companies transformed the industry going forward.

Micky Mousecapade NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8AuYYIG-SU

Sewer Shark Sega CD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTdLjUn6y-0&t=1248s

Night Trap Sega CD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia29PSVOXL4

Congressional Hearing on violence in Video Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nD-Afpg4P2U

FM Towns Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th4c7fTMETI

FM Towns 100 Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcM7QaxkL60

Psygnosis Planetside Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jlFe-VBK1M

Rebel Assault: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FX3B8yC38U

CGA Graphics - Not as bad as you thought!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niKblgZupOc

The Fool's Errand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCY_OrFddEc

History of Greenscreen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8aoUXjSfsI

Hunt for Red October end scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCqR0_a6_so

The 7th Guest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45Z-Q5KVTyI

TCW 072 The MYSTeries of Brøderbund!: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-mysteries-of-br%C3%B8derbund/

MYST PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iM64lBQqWY

Lion King Activity Center: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZF8ReMcloc

Spyro the Dragon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrVKjNR0-SE

Crash Bandicoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK-h4M4Aetg

Independence Day PSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tD0movLhZo0

Goldeneye N64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6l6_WKxRck

Wing Commander 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhPlK6yOT3g

Wing Commander 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcbHuJxqgk0

Red Alert Soviet Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fx3fK5kve-M

Phantasmagloria: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAXC-MwfpHA

Star Wars Dark Forces II Cut Scenes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmD-HlPAVTw

Hell: A Cyberpunk Thriller: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qM6Qu2kIXVU

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 082 - An Unlikely Pairing of Siliwood

We take a look at the circumstances and leadup to what become known as the Siliwood Era. We discuss how changing technology and an increased focus by certain video game companies on emulating blockbuster movies attracted the attention of the major media companies and set the stage for an unlikely alliance of Hollywood and Silicon Valley. This pairing led to the interactive movie fad and also led to changes in retail that would alter the course of the video game industry forever.

TCW 042 Laser Craze: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/laser-craze/

Night Trap 25th Anniversary PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBaW40NUCTU

Sewer Shark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTdLjUn6y-0

Atmosfear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRMphkKF3M0

Defender of the Crown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvW6okgy4wA

Errol Flynn Robin Hood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpqR6Ca-LL8

Defender of the Crown Opening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwTJn-rVYuE

It came from the Desert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8LaMMSEs5Q

THEM Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4URRp39XOo

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 081 - The Meeting of Spacewar

We go over the history of Spacewar, and the event at the Smithsonian. We take a close look at the people involved in bringing Spacewar into existence. We also look at some of the systems that were the predecessors to the PDP-1 that was used for Spacewar. We also discuss why games were used to demonstrate the capabilities of computers. In short an interesting look at one of the first video games.

TX-0 Mouse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0QTTYJv0Yw

PDP-1 Explained and Space War Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EWQYAfuMYw

Install a FREE version of Spacewar Via Steam: Start -> Run -> steam://run/480

Video explaining Free Spacewar on Steam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ1KcmBUN-Q

Kotaku Article: https://kotaku.com/spacewar-creators-didnt-know-they-were-making-history-1830887504

Variety Article: https://variety.com/2018/gaming/features/spacewars-history-talk-smithsonian-1203067907/

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 080 - Vector Lights

We look at the arcade industry and the circumstances that led to the use of vector monitors in arcade games. While not as well remembered today, and with fewer systems still around, vector played an important role in the development of video games. Vector provided the detail and capabilities that were not yet available in traditional raster-based systems. However in due time Raster met, and then exceeded, the capabilities of vector systems, and with the lower cost of maintenance for raster vector has faded into history.

Slow Motion TV Drawing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BJU2drrtCM&t

CGA Graphics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niKblgZupOc

Larry Rosenthal from 2014 at California Extreme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apg3W7yXULY

Space Wars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOtqX8r2rcE&t

Warrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUp0lzFiscs

Omega Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80L9fnSvbTk

Atari Lunar Lander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPtoFQDc2MU

Atari Asteroids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUveu3Dm_Fo

Atari Red Barron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oa7_mdJLUw

Atari Battle Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdfKy4c7yuc

Cinematronics Tailgunner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbm5sw2eHQs&t

Gremlin Space Fury: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Igp8-oNKejI

Atari Tempest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMto2HJJSSA&t

Atari Star Wars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgDdexv--ZA

Jed Margolin The Secret Life of Vector Generators: https://www.jmargolin.com/vgens/vgens.htm

Major Havoc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3o_vG2m7X0

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 079 - The Six Children of EA

We take a closer look at the six launch titles from EA. We cover each in more detail going into the background of the creators, as well as the development of each game. We take a look at how the games were received both commercially, and historically. Today Archon, Pinball Construction Set, and M.U.L.E. are the games that are best remembered from the initial six titles. Worms, Axis Assassin, and Hard Hat Mack are not well remembered today.

TCW 006 - The Early History of Electronic Arts: https://goo.gl/kR9ppF

Archon C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdfIfC9BHwQ

Hard Hat Mack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmQJNy2FBm0

Raster Blaster Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiUIlGoJdW0

Pinball Construction Set Building a table: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ow0X7IrzzO8

Pinball Construction Set Complete Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R46Cj21c_Bc

Axis Assassin Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BwNMTRqG3I

Axis Assassin C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYfN8Ckf1So

Tempest Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOZomej48c0

Play WORMS?: https://archive.org/details/a8b_Worms_1983_Electronic_Arts_US_a_k_file

Worms? Gameplay Atari 800: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4JASQ7EsFY

M.U.L.E. C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs3G6dxx2FQ

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 078 - Invading Taito Part 2

We go into part two of Taito. We start off looking at Space Invaders which is arguably the highest point of success and fame for the company. The company continued on with many notable hits in the following years. They continued to survive despite not having a succession plan with the death of Michael Kogan. The company was hurt by their delay in transitioning to 3d, and a lack of direction in regards to the home market. Taito still lives today as a wholly owned subsidiary of Square-Enix.

Space Invaders arcade cabinet tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waY3svOHGGI

Seinfeld Arcade Frogger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj3kXXIw02s

Blue Shark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEzhHccmK0w

Space Invaders Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7waFiZV0vf4

Galaxian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2NFboPZVdc

Qix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNJSk6XilCk

Jungle King: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFKzPGRj9_g

Jungle Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJbt_CUXrA4&t=779s

Bubble Bobble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuXOSBb4hQw

Arkanoid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTLyYclUL4E

Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW7Sg5pXAok&t=

Taito Double Dragon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uy0LRZvyyW8

Lufia and the Fortress of Doom Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FK4cMp34RcI

Modern day Densha De Go: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuEeUlJe9JE

Densha De Go PlayStation + Controller: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuxf5QhdWIo

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 077 - Invading Taito Part 1

We look back at the history of the company Taito. Started by a Russian who through unique circumstances in World War II managed to grow up, and become educated in Japanese society. The name Taito means "Far East", and the company went through three iterations before it became the icon we know it today. We wrap up part one just before the release of the iconic Space Invaders in 1978.

Pachi-Slot in Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5LIgutUeig

Sky Fighter 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxpCrYBWdtk

Taito Basketball (Pickup and Machine Tour): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCo-9hYLBjQ

TV Basketball Midway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMV_meVa7m8

Speed Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJC59DxL4K0

Sega Gun Fight Machine Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8GorudW3Dk

Sega Gun Fight Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97lkaMb_I-0

Gun Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhMAAJ2SgoU&t=44s

TT Block: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTpha-l6ve4

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 076 - A Fairchild Story

We cover the history of the Fairchild company and their console the Fairchild Channel F. It is a fascinating journey of how a company was thrust into a role where they could get in on the ground floor of the new video game industry. Although through bad experiences in other industries, an epic struggle to ger FCC approval, and observations on the turmoil of the video game industry, Fairchild was defeated. Fairchild's exit from the scene was not so much the initial hurdles they faced, but their lack of will to produce, and market in quantities that would let them gain the market share they needed.

How Integrated Circuits are made: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35jWSQXku74

Fairchild on Integrated Circuits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z47Gv2cdFtA

Fairchild Channel F Hockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a45lmvaA3KI

Fairchild Channel F Blackjack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf5RoJVGh3k

Fairchild Channel F Spitfire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95guwJJGx8I

Fairchild Channel F Controller Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egfNz3XtL90 Overview of the Fairchild Channel F: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIRhnu7sfCY

How ROM Cartridges Worked: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLEMsw1SjDY&t

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 075 - Gunning for Light

We look at how shooting peripherals entered the gaming scene. We start with their introduction in arcades, and move all the way up to today. We see the technology change, and how different applications were applied to get interesting effects. With the height of light guns in the 80's and 90's, and their decline in the 2000's, light guns are only seen in the few remaining arcade and fun centers still in operation. In the home they really say their popularity in the 8-bit and to a lesser extent the 16-bit era.

ABT Target Skill Model F: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mm1qSL4g4eg

Shoot the Bear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41HA_L5sGGo

Coon Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmTDlmULZt0

Keeney Anti-Aircraft Machine Gun Restore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Odqi1iXnh84

Keeney Air Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=senG1HmruAo

Whoopi Goldberg on racial/ethnic stereotypes in old cartoons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCT1clqci3I

Dale model Gun Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-C1DN24sfCY

Magnavox Odyssey Light Gun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=At6H6SIfWTc

Sega Balloon gun Cabinet Picture: http://www.pinrepair.com/arcade/ballgun.htm

Qwak Pictures: https://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=9216

Very brief shot of Qwak in Dawn of the Dead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UVzepqkmts

How Light Pens and NES Zapper Worked: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nu-Hoj4EIjU

Crossbow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtsuSH9jylw

EXPLICIT WARNING! Chiller: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_19-YbEuSpU

Operation Wolf Arcade cabinet tour and gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQqaw_Vf9wk

Operation Wolf Generic Gun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5YZWjSBJts

Lethal Enforcers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BAkgAMVcUo

Virtua Cop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcTiaBrJWTs

Terminator 2 Judgement Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qja3t17C4vw

Silent Scope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3TGQSV54ww&t=58s

Area 51: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biJ9kUid84A

House of the Dead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIVa53_NLLI

Time Crisis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vT0GjW3oiQM

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 074 - The Japanese PC Industry

We cover the Japanese PC industry from the initial pioneers up to the mid 1980's. The early innovators on the PC, while never having many international successes, laid the groundwork for games that would later be seen on the Famicom, and other platforms. It is further interesting to note the people who got their start in the video game industry through computer clubs in college, and by programing at department stores. With the computer industry coming from two sides, hobbyist and professional, they merged together to create an interesting take that in some ways mirrored aspects of the British, and American computer scenes.

Heiankyo Alien Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSxYdeqJAkY

Heiankyo Alien Game Boy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY3qVBkIu74

Evolution of various snake games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSVBIuPZ1Bc

Space Panic Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLd1xABCsaQ&t=106s

Lupin the III Arcade (1980): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYjMxlKOS3Q

Exoa PC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzlS6Aamt1U

Xevious Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P24bjcvnxd8

Grobda Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4B0iUN1GpA

THEXDER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVfRGsfnI_c

ALPHOS Nec PC-88: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbZokPuZ1oU

Xanadu PC-88: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcQpec98nCA

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 073 - Adventuring in the Arcade

We look at the British PC Software market, specifically the Arcade Adventure genre. With the popularity of the ZX Spectrum as a home computer, and its hardware limitations lent itself to the development of the Arcade Adventure. With multiple influences the Arcade Adventure enjoyed side scrolling, top down, and isometric gameplay. We also see the start of the career of Tim and Chris Stamper with Sabre Wulf, Knight Lore, and Alien 8. We end looking at the panicle games of the genre with Dizzy, and Head over Heels. Unfortunately as technology advanced the slower paced Arcade Adventure gave way to more action packed gamed allowed by newer systems.

TCW 018: The British 8-bit Computer Market: Software: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/the-british-8-bit-computer-market-software/

Miner 2049er C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JF9gTknSK8

Manic Miner ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgUzteADsRI

Jet Set Willy ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94Ywx6uVn9E

Knight Lore with Commentary ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd8RchGHxyo

Atic Atac with Commentary ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJrS9WYn3X8

Sabre Wulf ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt4FqqLW8LI

Alien 8 ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDhSH-GJDqE

Automania ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBvI1uzRwwo

Pajamarama ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pe9yFqledKE

Dizzy ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlMZsTlOYuE

Treasure Island Dizzy ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwNgWFbPuWo

Batman (1986) ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b53lGkwINPE

Head over Heels ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJYhckbQmg4

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 072 - The MYSTeries of Brøderbund!

We cover the later years of Brøderbund looking at their "evergreen" products. Print Shop being the first one to really put them on the map. We then look at the series of successes, and challenges that the company faced throughout the 80's and 90's. We then see how the meteoric success of MYST ultimately dead to the downfall of Brøderbund in 1998. Still Brøderbund was a fascinating company which was willing to take risks on some of the influential games, and software that built the PC industry we know today.

Bank Street Writer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHQVD25Y3Gg

Apple ][ E Print Shop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJV1nAeHkQ8

TCW Where in the game is Carmen Sandiego?: http://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/where-in-the-game-is-carmen-sandiego/

Quick and Dirty Desktop Publishing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEqQlEgQ3_4

Dawn of Desktop Publishing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rCNnMZrFUQ

Sim City Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O42kxeilMaQ

Living Books "Just Grandma and Me": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1qVm133XJg&list=PLCAF301BEC1CA0D5D

PC DOS Prince of Persia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv20j8ChtRY

HyperCard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMFscTOazS0

The Manhole 30th aniversary with Robyn Miller: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kX5E7yOHJg

Cosmic Osmo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K30UmVsqTn8

A Brief History of Myst: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4wWITMUop0&t=1352s

Myst VS RealMYST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZOxPlWGiL8&t=151s

Gone Home Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRjJ5LY6tX8

Stanley Parable Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBtX0S2J32Y

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 071 -A Story of Brøderbund!

We cover the founding of Brøderbund by the Carlston brothers. We delve into their initial forays into the PC game market. The used a unique business model that supported developers, and creators, but did not bring them on as employees. However they did retain staff to assist in polishing up games that showed potential. Brøderbund even started exploring consoles with a few of their games until they decided to transition to evergreen products.

Galactic Trader: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waxrpG-19jM

Alien Rain Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q5z3wbF9vo

Choplifter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ao9VAgyAgY4

David's Midnight Magic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1a9Y55NJy0

Space Panic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLd1xABCsaQ

Lode Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7JY5nEOUGA

Lode Runner Championship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDVYa4q9Qhg

Karateka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKqk9kosCs4

Laughing Gas Charlie Chaplin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZrsuEWw9m8

The Close up and Cross Cutting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osTF3zsplt0

Lode Runner NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwxLChxi8WA

Karateka NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJoHgELbO5s

Raid on Bungeling Bay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKeelD1VmnA

Raid of Bungeling Bay NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiuU5FHYaiE

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 070 - Sega VS Nintendo Round 3

The fight heats up with the 16 bit era in the United States. Sega being first to market was able to take control, and dominate the market for a few years. However this short lived victory was bought at a price. With the low margins on consoles Sega was unable to sustain the growth once things started to change in Europe. Nintendo meanwhile was always able to turn a tidy profit even without a controlling market share. Nintendo's control of the handheld market, Japan, and the 8-bit consoles allowed them to have the financial reserve to weather the Sonly PlayStation entering the market. We go over some of the misconceptions regarding Sega of America and Sega of Japan, and show how even Nintendo was swayed by the marketing done by Sega.

Genesis Does what Nintendon't Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7nsBoqJ6s8

Altered Beast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I075dM_AZ2g

Master System Golden Axe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHbJLhumzUs

Genesis Golden Axe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiHjrQlO2RQ

Master System Sonic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQPvA0OvR24

Genesis Sonic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJJnxHcv1z4

Welcome to the Next Level Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MY61zUle52g

Genesis Commercials from 1991-1993: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIBmBy9APaU

Play it Loud Nintendo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stvktzVjZJw

F-Zero: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIe4AvKLSa4

Donkey Kong Country: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4EUEsEM328

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Alex's forthcoming book will be released through CRC Press!

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 069 - Sega VS Nintendo Round 2

We cover Nintendo and Sega entering the US Market with their 8-bit consoles. With the early release, marketing, and connections Nintendo dominated the market. Sega tried to break in with a technologically superior system, but due to lack of third party software, due to Nintendo's exclusivity contracts, they were unable to make a significant impact. Briefly partnering with Tonka, of Tonka trucks, they tried to get a larger penetration onto store shelves. However Tonka overextending themselves, and were unable to properly market the Sega Master System like both companies hopped. Sega was gearing up though for the 16 bit era, and were first to the market with a new console starting the true fight between Sega and Nintendo.

Nintendo Game and Watch Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ss3gZ6yV79c

Miyamoto on World 1-1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRGRJRUWafY

Super Mario Tutorial 1: https://kotaku.com/5531665/if-super-mario-bros-was-made-in-2010

Super Mario Brothers Tutorial 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFMbaNfqY6Y

NES Zelda 1 Nerd Rap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI3rO3PbYOo

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 068 - Sega VS Nintendo Round 1

Recorded live in front of fans on YouTube Live! Alex and Jeffrey start the dive into the Sega VS Nintendo rivalry. We lay the groundwork of how Sega came to enter the console market in Japan. We see the first clash with Nintendo, and the reasons that Nintendo won the first round cementing their hold on Japan in a way that would not be broken until the PlayStation era. Sega was able to convert their home computer hardware into a console, and was only able to get the sales numbers that that did due to a recall of the original Famicom console.

Game and Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUvFA7Ut8f0

Sega SC-3000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdfurnWIvJI

Original Famicom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbduBEeJZqE

Epoch Super Cassettevision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIzftg1nb8g

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 067 - The Birth of Japanese Consoles

We cover the start of Japanese home consoles beginning with the early dedicated systems and working up to the development of the Famicom and the Sega SC-3000. Japan differed from the US in that companies had the opportunity to sell consoles that bridged the gap from dedicated consoles to programable consoles with LSI-cartridge-based consoles. Epoch was the only company that stuck with home consoles during this era. Always remember the Famicom is not the first Nintendo console!

Before Mario Blog: http://blog.beforemario.com/

Bandai TV Jack 1000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BW9lDLJgkus

Nintendo Color TV 15: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrVwYgYdaak

Nintendo Color TV Racing 112: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK3nLfWWJ6s

Epoch TV Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCZDqJTOP48

Epoch TV Block: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZ4z1wtK9HM

Atari Video Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSdH1I80ESQ

Epoch TV Cassetevision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aARzm5NTol0

Epoch TV Vader Console Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fO7hQvGXg0

Epoch TV Vader Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOcUmpZErdk

Epoch Cassetevision Galaxian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsGs9KcEc3k

LIVE STREAM Sunday June 3rd at 12:30 CDT (UTC - 5)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClGlSl-zgLdxhJEbo_NKr4w/live

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 066 - Half of a Life

We cover the founding of Valve and the development processes that led to Half-Life 1 & 2. Originally made using the Quake II engine, Half-Life was an ambitious project that ran into the same kind of hurdles other companies have experienced. Valve was able to take the needed time to create a truly outstanding product. This was due in no small measure to the founders being Microsoft millionaires. Even today, the sophistication in technology, storytelling, and level design in Half-Life 2 made possible through the development of the Source engine is something that other companies are only just now duplicating with regularity.

Half-Life E3 Trailer 1997: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gD_4JLIdpkk

Half-Life Introduction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsTEoGoAxUk

Dr. Paul Eckman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9i-9_QuetA

Gabe and Valve Discuss Half-Life 2 Leak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=908dFzfvjeA

Half-Life 2 Leak VS Release: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jMx5Wp0Gwc

Half-Life Alpha 0.52: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h7bTo5xLyQ

Half-Life 2 - 2003 Tech Demo E3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ddJ1OKV63Q

Team Fortress Classic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaTE1NYIjBU

Counter Strike 5v5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2tTgPPtxc0

LIVE STREAM Sunday June 3rd at 12:30 CDT (UTC - 5)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClGlSl-zgLdxhJEbo_NKr4w/live

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 065 - The Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 2

We go into the mass consolidation that sprung Infogrames into an international powerhouse. It was due to these quick consolidations that led them to have a high value on the stock market. When the tech bubble burst in the early 2000's the stock value plummeted, and Infrogrames was unable to service the massive debt consolidation has built up. This eventually led to the outer of Bruno Bonnell from Infrogrames. We go over the parade of leadership as the company collapses and sheds all the assets that they have.

V Ralley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swYrhyCLblE

Terminator Dawn of Fate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEVx4OGZv9w

Enter the Matrix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaGQ8v5G3_I

Matrix Path of Neo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRvSJYxVAhA

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 064 - Rise and Fall of Infogrames Part 1

The rise and fall of a French company founded by Bruno Bonnell. We cover the rocky start of the company and the games that helped them gain notoriety. Through some chance connections through family and fellow employees Infogrames was able to skyrocket onto the international stage with their game Alone in the Dark.

Captain Blood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=od3jvPPugGc

Sim City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A54blk-ojA4

Tintin on the Moon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-rYm-cAER4

North and South: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lISIBipdoao

Fantasia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ctc7i3Y9PPs

Microsoft Encarta 1994: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEE8bXCxhsE

Alone in the Dark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lWaQe8LPW0

Popcorn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SygD93F95js

Popcorn Download: http://www.ludoid.fr/site/index.php/popcorn

Drakkhen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7MqcOp0J9E

Alpha Waves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9qAtVwSIV8

Starglider 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78PQ8tKTAiA

Asterix (NES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pnRL2G9nLA

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Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 063 - Lawsuits for Nintendo

We delve into the legal hurdles that Nintendo faced during its rise to power in the '80s and '90s. We see how they were able with the guidance of Howard Lincoln to weather the first of many lawsuits, and triumph! In their long history they have used the court systems in the United States to their advantage; even wining a case almost everyone thought that they would lose.

Japanese-English Marketing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZ-dBHCHo3E

Zelda CDI Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TN8-Pdz-ns8

How Shift Registers Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BLj9Ak2Djs

Nintendo PPU Scrolling: http://wiki.nesdev.com/w/index.php/PPU_scrolling

NES SMB3 Loading Seam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfrNnwJrujw

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 062 - Lawsuits for Everyone!

Thanks @MyMac for suggesting this topic! We delve into some of the landmark court cases that helped shape the video game industry. Specifically we looked at the sphere of copyright law. Starting with looking at what constitutes an infringement. How similar can two works be, and where is the line if you modify the game. We wrap up looking at the Game Genie, and how they managed to stay in business because they did not make permeant changes to the games that were modified.

Article linked by @MyMac: http://www.goliath.com/gaming/11-video-games-that-resulted-in-major-lawsuits/

Defense Command: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoNaXAsBbns

Defender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcQ4l_KeO0s&t=16s

KC Munchkin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07JtE4pIq8U

Pac-Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScq4P5gn4A

Lady Bug Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K7BHmrEsSk

Mouse Trap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZ5y3JvOMDo

Super Mario Bro Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtMZKYnLg5c

Zelda Cartoon Excuse me Princess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPxY8lpYAUM

Super Missile Command: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DuVjvl4FDs

Game Genie Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C86OsYRACTM

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 061 - Where in the Game is Carmen Sandiego?

We go into the development, creation, and surprise smash hit that is the Carmen Sandiego franchise. Starting off as a video game that flopped at launch; it grew into one of the biggest things of the mid 80's through to the 90's spanning not just video games, but also a game show, a cartoon, and other entertainment media.

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEB9M_1XOP0

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? PC-DOS 1985: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScvM9pecFOo

Where in the USA is Carmen Sandiego? CD-ROM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cu5PyQbFNI

Where in Europe is Carmen Sandiego? MS-DOS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UidxgSOoMsA

Where in time is Carmen Sandiego?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-J21Og1YN0&list=PLCCC6AE567E396E23

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Theme Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1EIUP8tvbE

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? TV Game Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12CpbySx3rw&list=PLNVJERnYYcB3AGI1LfL6ZouPXRzJDgPF

Carmen Sandiego Board Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pEAC-G_ITI

Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego? Cartoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LigDMelE89A&list=PLjJh7KucCudsLVfXHU2kK7MLHkc6uvXQS

GI-Joe PSA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0eD5ABK0wc&list=PLfp_r1A709h8xiXhm1hCehdvvCOMi3_zb

Wheel of Morality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwNS9_13L4c

Carmen Sandiego Returns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQv_j64ATEo

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 060 - Williams' Crazy Story Pt 2

Part two of our look at Williams' story of how a pinball company grew through a combination of mergers and hit products to become one of the dominate players in the industry during the early to mid-90's. They had many successes in the arcade utilizing the digitization technology that they helped pioneer. Not only were they successful in the video game sphere; they were also successful in the pinball arena as well. Unfortunately, by the end of the 90s the company's video and pinball divisions were spun off or closed while the rest of the company focused more on gambling machines. Now Williams is just a name held for its history, and is not an independent company, or even a subsidiary anymore.

Q*bert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKIbhaQfs-A

NARC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTgyjEgnxo0

Running Man Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2FMhBg0h_8

Robocop Commercials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LKQ3eX9pEg

Smash TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLeL6ONPNiw

Terminator 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hy86CYUm6aI

Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLpZ_5bHmo8

Mortal Kombat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2pQJU9E21c

NBA JAM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg-Yj0XOuFM

Cruis'n USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tCrFFUSqh4

Fun House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhPsXaQkqlM

Addams Family: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0ifZv940Io

Revenge From Mars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAue8sKJcuY

Star Wars Ep. 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQkPMpiKKDY

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 059 - Williams' Crazy Story

Part one of a look at the history of Williams Manufacturing Company. Starting with Harry Williams' monumental contributions to the pinball industry with the creation of the tilt mechanism and later on adding electromechanical elements to the machines. We cover the sordid history of the company as it changes hands multiple times, and the pinball/video games that made them a valuable asset to be traded around. We continue with looking at the designers responsible for some of the major hits Williams had in both pinball and video. Finally we note how because they invested in the development of pinball during the rise of video before the crash this uniquely helped them weather the crash by being able to rely on pinball for revenue.

All American Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4nOA2S2KTw

Flash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWUERAj0ROo

Firepower: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBJNag4OmrY

Gorgar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vylGtiR0HVA

Defender Cabinet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZiUH41fZ2c

Defender Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gss3lxeqCok

Stargate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i20vwYTf6mI

Robotron 2084: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOVA2Axxfdk

Joust: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWoiLNri0OM

Space Shuttle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZx9-S5SGxU

High Speed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoSDLKe1dQo

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 058 - EA Sports: It's in the Game!

We revisit EA with a deep dive into EA Sports. Some information that was in our EA: The Teenage Years episode, but with more detail! We start off with some of the early ventures into sports, and how EA evolved into the sports juggernaut it is today. We cover the origins of the EA sports brand, how hats were a deciding factor in getting the name to be accepted by other developers, and how a trademark dispute with ESPN led to the mass market appeal of Madden Football. We also cover the origin of EA Sports hockey, and FIFA. Finally wrapping up with how the current head of EA being from the sports division is taking those concepts and trying to apply them to the rest of the industry.

C64 one on one Dr. J VS Larry Bird: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URobcuTcBFU

John Madden Miller Lite Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OD81-vYUt2E

John Madden Football Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EbPghLpK6c

Gridiron Bethesda Softworks (Atari ST): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvzLpJkY5e0&t=18s

Amiga Earl Weaver Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKp_fP06f0Q

Space Jam Website: http://spacejam.com

5 Version of Jordan VS Bird One on One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQS5VuUANJg

PC Lakers vs Celtics NBA Playoffs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHw9Xu89jEM

TV Sports Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvA0qlecPNI

Sega Joe Montana Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNYZuJ_Lblg

Sega John Madden Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaSTAGEGwB4

PGA Tour Golf (PC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAQDRc8H8Wg

Madden '92 Ambulance Montage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_138p6uzhUk

Genesis NHL Hockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdwS6-TELIo

NHLPA '93: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4ZbynfAJFU

NHL '94: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLQ59_u_9TU

FIFA Soccer Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0uV9QWA8kM

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 057 - Foundation of the Japanese Video Arcade Game Industry

We go over the games, companies, and events that lead to the foundation of the Japanese Video Arcade Game Industry. We extensively cover breakout, and how the cloning of that game lead to the start of many companies that would come to power during the 90's. With Space Invaders, we see a full blown encouragement of smaller manufactures to make enough games to meet demand. Finally with Galaxian, and Head On we see the introduction of sprite technology that allows each of these smaller companies to stand on their own.

Breakout Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW7Sg5pXAok&t=290s

Taito Space Invaders Arcade (UK): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJMr36hLY38

Namco Galaxian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tz9_1al9N70

History of Graphics Pt1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzN2pgL0zeg

Head On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYDrd9jE4WU

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 056 - Revisions and Updates

We go over our past episodes and provide updates, if we have any, on each one. There are a lot of little tidbits, and expansion on a variety of topics. Some of the big ones are Namco, the Nutting Associates, and James Morgan. Happy Holidays everyone!

Episode 1 "All I can do is ask why?": 0:02:54

Episode 2 "You talked to whom?": 0:07:07

Episode 3 "What makes and Industry?": 0:12:49

Episode 4 "A Tale of Cycles": 0:13:54

Episode 5 "The Untold History of Sega": 0:20:03

Episode 6 "The Early History of Electronic Arts": 0:22:55

Episode 7 "History of the Arcade": 0:31:22

Episode 8 "Birth of the Japanese Game Center": 0:31:45

Episode 9 & 10 " History of Mediagenic Parts I &II": 0:32:11

Episode 11 "The Genesis of JRPGs": 0:39:25

Episode 12 & 13 "History of Acclaim": 0:40:45

Episode 14 "Nintendo Playing with Power!": 0:42:40

Episode 15 "The Story of Chuck E Cheese": 0:43:24

Episode 16 "Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and The Disciples": 0:45:03

Episode 17 & 18 "The British 8-Bit Computer Market Hardware & Software": 0:45:20

Episode 19, 20, & 21 "The Great Video Game Crash": 0:46:00

Episode 22 "The Galaxy Game": 0:51:40

Episode 23 "The Complete Tetris Story": 0:52:12

Episode 24 "The Project and Others in the Field": 0:52:45

The Digital Antiquarian: https://www.filfre.net/

Sega-16: http://www.sega-16.com/

Episode 25 "Mattel Electronics?": 0:56:01

Episode 26 & 27 "The Magnavox Odyssey & Patent Lawsuits": 0:58:05

Episode 28 "Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash": 0:58:25

Episode 29 "50 Years of Namco": 0:58:40

Episode 30 "Doom!": 1:09:17

Episode 31 "An Epic Game": 1:09:47

Episode 32 "History of the Atari Brand": 1:09:59

Episode 33 "The Saga of Sega": 1:12:02

Episode 34 The Nutting Associates": 1:12:11

Episode 35 "EA - The Teenage Years": 1:27:38

Episode 36 "Raiding Eidos": 1:30:25

Episode 37 "Nintendo and Gunpei Yokoi": 1:30:33

Episode 38: "Origin Story": 1:30:40

Atari James Morgan Update: 1:31:15

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Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 055 - Blizzard: Hellfire and The World… of WarCraft

Part two of our look into Blizzard Entertainment. We start in the late 90's with the finishing of Diablo, and the development of StarCraft. We see the evolution and cross influences of the Blizzard cinematics department on the course of Diablo. This is also the same time we learn of how Blizzard is not afraid to kill an essentially finished game if it is not up to their standards, Lord of the Clans, and StarCraft: Ghost being the more famous examples of this. We see how Blizzard employees' love for games influences where they take projects. The influence of the game Sacrifice on WarCraft III, Quake on Overwatch, and EverQuest with World of WarCraft. On the business side of things we see how Blizzard is not fully immune from the influences of the parent company that controls them at the time. Conversely, we see how Blizzard's success, specifically with WoW, managed to reshape the entire game industry before finishing with the creation of Activision-Blizzard. We will see how their decisions involving modern game trends may affect things in the future!

Diablo 1 Lore Books: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWXozMHrxrM

Diablo 1 Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w44SmMFy5Dc

Diablo 1 Ending: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGRGxt2-7rc

StarCraft Development Pictures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52XKCuxDMzo

StarCraft Remastered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOW9uACXPTo

Lord of the Clans trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gslAG2OEO1c

Curse of Monkey Island Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nh3R8SC6PMc

Diablo II Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv12StvWjX8

Sacrifice Gameplay and Commentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7jw6tord7Q

The Wrathgate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch4rc5W4dKY

Everquest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJJT-PZIUwU

World of Warcraft Evolution: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8tAa-MsNjY

Quake Rocket Jump: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw7xztglYyw

Overwatch Development: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH0GsOKZHMQ

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and WarCraft

Part one of our dive into one of the most influential computer game companies in existence. We cover the founding of Blizzard, which started as Silicon and Synapse, with their start by being independent contractors for PC and console. With the company wanting to transition into being full developers, they accepted an offer to be acquired by Davidson and Associates. Blizzard's first big hit was WarCraft: Orcs and Humans. The first game saw the start of the Blizzard cinematics department, and the voice studio. With Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness we saw the true founding of the legendary Blizzard Lore that accompanies all their games that followed. We wrap up with Blizzard meeting another company at CES, Condor, that was working on a little game called Diablo…

Battle Chess II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz4_5Wv6yiY

R.P.M. Racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JFofJsuEFM

Swords and Serpents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXlt0XY1tOY

Adventures of Rad Gravity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-b3-LSC4Vko

Rock N' Roll Racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8OgEzbJY7s

The Lost Vikings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZItppVpUwwc

Blackthorne: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPsJEtO86VI

WarCraft Orcs and Humans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqczlhTpT2I

WarCraft II Cinematic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU-n8UZM5Cc

WarCraft III All Cinematics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfkiJXnSRM8

SNES Justice League Task Force: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJgY9BCYP8o

Genesis Justice League Task Force: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q42W0cD7OKk

Diablo Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGaYW-6zOKk&list=PLC6688FBC7423D09A

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Video Game History Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 053 - The History and Merger of Enix and Square

We cover the individual histories of the companies Enix and Square. Everything from early projects to influences that helped shape them into the companies they would become. We delve into the dream teams for each company that created their seminal hits, Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy. We cover how they each had problems getting market penetration in the West until Square was able to with the release of Final Fantasy VII. We cover the massive financial disaster that was Final Fantasy The Spirits Within and how it led to Square being acquired by Enix.

The Portopia Serial Murder Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh0Vg0s-pR8

Dragon Quest/Warrior Random Facts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvCVAp2jE1E

Final Fantasy VII Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD_GqlNtNjo

Final Fantasy IV (II US) Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi7So5VlB6M

Final Fantasy VI (III US) Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDMWp1oLoA0

Cruise Chaser Blassty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXwLebC8s2I

3D World Runner NES: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTbH25YNxE4

Rad Racer NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6ngD3ZC1z8

Final Fantasy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veEn0k5u5Ko

Dragon Warrior Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qL5_3EhqK8

Final Fantasy Mystic Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lxl_-WPwA0A

7th Saga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XihYszbkf60

Secret of Evermore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdV79VbxWOc

Final Fantasy The Spirits Within: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaI7ZPA9I1c

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

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Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 052 - The Many Faces of Konami

We go over the whole history of Konami at the macro level. The origin, founding, and the initial setup that continues to influence the company to the present day. Though much of the history is shrouded behind a language barrier, or simply lost, there is still plenty of information out there. We cover the hits they had in the video game arena, and show how they are in the middle of another transition to mobile.

Konami Logo: https://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/logopedia/images/7/70/Old-Konami-Logo.jpg

Scramble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pmC_reyGpI

Defender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjgu1JtWbA4

Why VHS beat Betamax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddYZITaxlTQ

Frogger Cabinet Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ebybyW-ozE

Track and Field: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKPYPV4BuFo

Gradius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hz9OkKo9rW0

Metal Gear NES VS MSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMLDAxu5Tmg

The Goonies NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fn63XyKp80U

The Goonies 2 NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdpmDqR4ZDc

Top Gun NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCXNXGvYfVk

Original Comic TMNT Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuuHANeSLxg

TMNT NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kK8mFYbl1s

Simpsons Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yw43-DbT84

DDR Modern Japan Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jywza4So-eU

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 051 - Sons of Pong

Starting off with a discussion of the unique setting of the time leading into Pong's debut, we transition over to the various companies that created clones of Pong, and their reasons for doing so. We discover that the company that created the most Pong-style games was not Atari, nor one of the big Chicago companies, but a company based in Florida called Allied Leisure. We then cover the various innovations that occurred to try to keep the fad market alive as long as possible ending with a stop at Big Jeffery's Cocktail Pong Emporium.

Pong Cabinet in detail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGu7sMAoOUo

Computer Space Ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U33oajPSzyc

Wild Cycle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjSKnPjnhyc

Paddle Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eu7LAP3ug6E

Pong Doubles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqtp1bxIA8s

Ramtek Volly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAc41mFmP3k

Elimination: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOV9c8WkWsw

Ramtek Wipe Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_TmOD0IHFM

Clean Sweep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTO5JjwbXv0

Flim Flam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVKOjKl3dPU

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 050 - Civilizing Sid Meier

We go over Sid's transition into the video game industry. Starting with meeting "Wild Bill" and their break out game HellCat Ace, and the iterations that lead to F-15 Strike Eagle that cemented MicroProse as a company. We cover the how/why of Sid Meier's name being on the boxes particularly for the simulation and 4X games. We wrap it all up with the seminal piece Sid Meier's Civilization, the industry changing concepts it brought to the table, and Sid's leaving to form Firaxis where he works today!

Interview with Sid Meier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyH24CHTlHA

Atari Red Baron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oa7_mdJLUw

HellCat Ace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwYaQS59UGQ

Solo Flight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqjQscY_IZQ

F-15 Strike Eagle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XC0FPKCSWhM

Floyd of the Jungle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKuH6oXD8Pg

Seven Cities of Gold: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57qE1arvo3U

Sid Meier's Pirates!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ro-1dXuRBM

Covert Action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-VAwGlghoU

Sid Meier's Railroad Tycoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ths0tQL2qu4

Sid Meier's Civilization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3bA818U15c

Sid Meier's Gettysburg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS986jTnWBA

FreeCiv: http://www.freeciv.org/

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: feedback@theycreateworlds.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 049 - Old and Elite

We go over a classic from Great Britain! Elite is unique in the ambition and execution of creating a massive open world space, complete with a 3d perspective, on such limited hardware. The game has influenced a variety of others most notably Grand Theft Auto.

Demo of Elite on a BBC B: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owz7XExO-Wk

Elite Comparison of BBC B VS Zx Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ov4OAteeGWs

Elite Gameplay Starting Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cni8ZInHQXs

Procedural Generation In Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRfdN4L2SUg

Elite on the NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSPmQYI4ju8

Frontier Elite 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqhP_e855C4

Elite Dangerous Alien Encounter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vsga26eiDPE

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 048 - Driving Games and Technology

We go over the wild ride of driving games. These games were used as a vehicle to demonstrate advances in graphics technology. Starting with electro-mechanical games, and ending up with textured polygons; we cover the whole track of an era where cars were king! There are a lot of examples in this episode drawn from the arcade, consoles, and computer games.

Drive Mobile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw_N10xuv2Q

Speedway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97DAio1M1xc

Super Road 7 Projection System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xU0HkKUQ-0

Super Road 7 Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vO6BZIEZ8xw

Wild Cycle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjSKnPjnhyc

Gran Track 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R014taK2pZM

Life inside Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP5-iIeKXE8

Taito Speed Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BRDxZiK-1s

History of Racing Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IoGZ-4tAww

Night Driver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqZlxpLKm_E

Sega Turbo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWhcBydheRE

Namco Pole Position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeYZGtwydIA

Mach Rider NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M18w8fL28Ho

Sega Monaco GP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZY_LPhkzUk

Sega Hang On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rUsQdd39_o

Sega Outrun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMv0Pg1AxFc

Revs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L18wG4p5fQE

F-Zero: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlA3vEB0jzY

Hard Drivin': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6JC-HCNcio

Namco Winning Run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7KIXb0U2oc

Sega Virtua Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js8tZhKcfWc

Namco Ridge Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qkXMZYQfiA

Sega Daytona USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAcMqFTkAs8

Wipe Out PSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XASEBvDri4U

Gran Turismo PSX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49CpLM81TvM

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 047 - Vestiges of Atari

In our fourth and final episode investigating the rise and fall of the original Atari we delve into the factors that caused the fall of Atari. We cover the lead up to and tipping point of the variety of factors that lead to the crash. No one entity can take the blame for it. The major factors including distribution, overzealous sales forecasts, and Warner interference came to a head by the end of 1982 leading to the fracturing of the company a year and a half later.

Pacman Atari 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCPpgt0s70U

ET Retrospective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZ7TtE4hb1k

Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark Atari 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OP-e0-0PpLc

Mrs Pac Man 2600 vs 7800: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WD4z0u_QZp8&t=220s

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 046 - Atari, Ray Kassar and Warner

We continue on to part three of our four part look into Atari. We delve into Atari under the leadership of Ray Kassar. It becomes apparent that while Ray did make mistakes the leadup to the fall of Atari cannot be entirely placed at his feet. We also explore the role of Warner in the direction Atari took and the difficult decision on whether to concentrate on home console or PC. We also delve into the Arcade side of things and how, while successful, they were not without their growing problems.

Atari Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqcDFAphThY

Space Invaders Atari 2600: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opru6qPsPa4

Atari Arcade Battlezone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymrYkbEbnEQ

Atari 400 and 800: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-InWwzs8Em0

Asteroids Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYSupJ5r2zo

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 045 - Atari, Ventures and Acquisitions

In our second of four episodes detailing the rise and fall of the core Atari company we go over the rapid expansion of the company, and its ever increasing need for capital. Atari had to court venture capital, and got the patronage of Don Valentine. Later on to secure the funding needed for the VCS launch they had to be acquired by a larger company; that company was Warner Communications. This acquisition as we start to explore was a blessing and a curse. It ultimately led to the ouster of Nolen Bushnell, and Joe Keenan from Atari. Now it would start a new era under the leadership of Ray Kassar.

Atari Arcade Tank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OsBUzYBJgU

Atari Home Pong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqBlrULrbsg

Atari VCS Hardware Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7n5o5Wq3q4

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 044 - Founding, Syzygy to Atari

Part one of our four-part dive into Syzygy/Atari! We cover the personal histories of the founders, and how the company would not really be a company without the efforts of Nolan Bushnell. We go into the controversy of where he learned of Spacewar. Then off to the debut hit for Atari of PONG. We cover the rocky road Atari had after its initial launch, and how it nearly could have just been a flash in the pan like many companies that came after.

The Mandela Effect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMXnCCFS2-Q

Full Nolan Interview in '73: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hp0BBnBdsVo

Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhdu2Jh9cuc

Space Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDtdKxZ9vWk

Pong Doubles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09qHnr1DMwA

Gotcha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoDZoZqsHF8

Gran Trak 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R014taK2pZM

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 043 - Personal Gaming Histories

We go over some of our early memories of being introduced to video games. Joys, tragedies, and hilarity. Very much in the vein of what inspired us to start doing this podcast. This is a light hearted episode that may help you to reflect on favorite memories from your past. So stay a while and listen as we reminisce!

Gray and Orange Zapper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQnYsEKzJKw

Necromancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hg-XP-4LbVo

Archon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdfIfC9BHwQ

Think Quick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYmMs_eo4c8

Civilization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpW9jTULNmM

Dune 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tppjzT-su0Q

Dragon Quest/Warrior Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_TlZFCabiM

Tie Fighter Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4-EnCc-JKk

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 042 - Laser Craze

We cover the brief, yearlong, craze that was the laserdisc. We go into great detail on Dragon's Lair the game that really kicked it off in the United States. Though many other companies tried to take advantage of the medium, unfortunately it was unable to sustain itself. There were a few games that did as well, if not better than Dragon's Lair, they all ended up being part of what was just a brief fad in the downward trend of the arcade scene.

Quarter Horse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Imd1acT2qc

Astron Belt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPLX6HSZsx4

Dragon's Lair Promotion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZrgeI0DDP8

Dragon's Lair Playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6uEx5gWovA

Dragon's Lair NES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyGTMTJ6egU

Dragon's Lair Coleco Adam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSinFyg6Y5Q

The Making of Dragon's Lair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bIxeYYSm-c

Cliff Hanger Operator Promotion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mc5MKWJ7j6Y

M.A.C.H. 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qm5u4ErDPF4

Star Rider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soQbVEb3-TQ

Bega's Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4J2JVgUqSdE

Cobra Command: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VN1LC2s4P-w

Firefox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnHl0fyejqc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 41 - Beating Them All Up

We delve into beat 'em ups, and fighters. We cover why they did not take hold until computer technology progressed far enough to allow for human analogs to be animated well. We go into the beat 'em up craze, and then the transition to fighting games that occurred with the release of Street Fighter II. We touch on the fall of fighting games from the mainstream with Tekken and Soul Calibur. The scene is still out there, and has a dedicated following. However fighters are not the system sellers they once were.

Warrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX4NspoYD8o

Jungle Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPATWODXlh4

Apple II Karateka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKqk9kosCs4

Spartan X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jncBelS_Nhk

Karate Champ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwV3xqS9_aQ

Renegade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1fl38u9I9k

Double Dragon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfZz-1e-dUQ

Yie Ar Kung Fu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXOL8tZQX20

Street Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8al2U4xSFNQ

Final Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyAHGHo22Og

Fatal Fury: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG17S8yRz6A

Street Fighter II World Warrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI284D4y1q4

An Oral History of Street Fighter II: http://www.polygon.com/a/street-fighter-2-oral-history

NARC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3jonU-XrK4

Mortal Kombat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F82XAvCuVc

Virtual Fighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-9TUlCcib0

Tekken: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GmSF_PqL84

Soul Edge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bgb64WBw_Ww

Soul Calibur Arcade VS Dreamcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_Rdg6A-KJs

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 40 - Sierra On-Line

We delve into the second half of the story of Sierra. We cover how they managed to regroup, and rebuild from the company being close to a complete collapse. We cover many of the classics of the era. Even though many of them are not as fondly remembered today; they are still important for pushing gaming on the PC to new and impressive heights. Unfortunately we also cover how Sierra was torn apart after its acquisition, and Ken Williams leaving the company shortly thereafter in the late 90's and early 2000's.

Wizard of OZ Black and White to Technicolor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6D8PAGelN8

Police Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCgFYW1--JI

Space Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4-e6T4sqXc

Leisure Suit Larry The Land of the Lounge Lizards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyvi1pdDPUc

Secret of Monkey Island on Various Sound Cards (Including PC Speaker): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fr-84mjV3CI

King's Quest IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCqDIRMRTTY

Ways to Die in King's Quest 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLPXP5KkcMQ

A-10 Tank Killer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8hQTLwkGuE

Gabriel Knight Sins of the Fathers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbjXuPa1uW0

Quest For Glory I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxbfd8eB89Y

Phantasmagoria: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAXC-MwfpHA

Half Life 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoV9o6b91Sc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 039 - On-Line Systems

On-Line systems is the company that eventually becomes Sierra Online. The brainchild of Ken and Roberta Williams. We go over the reasons for the company's founding, and the unique makeup of the company's initial titles. Unfortunately due to backing the proverbial wrong horse multiple times after investment by a venture capital firm they are on the brink of failure during the mid to late 80's.

Shadow of Yserbius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnJ7BBwKZI0&t=762s

PDP8E Running Adventure with a Z52 Terminal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJdq3gK6M78

Colossal Cave Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhFrWH0na0A

Mystery House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiwHwPvIHBs

The Wizard and the Princess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUHATnGbwl0

Time Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBE8K0XG65I

The Dark Crystal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBNMWnn0I6g

PC JR King's Quest 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymLvOunSuoQ

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 038 - Origin Story

We cover the rise and fall of Origin Systems. A company that is very much defined by one of its founders Richard Garriott. We cover the company's pre-founding as Richard tried to get his games published, and distributed to the public. We then delve into its founding and growth into one of the great influencers of the video game industry. Ultimately ending up with the company's dissolution by EA in 2004, we see what factors led up to how we see Origin, and EA today.

Escape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjqTn93cZOc

Akalabeth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmq-cO1RCoA

Ultima I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uv22hlykLM

Time Bandits Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwnjENpIyq0

Ultima II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHftrFz1gjs

Times of Lore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TwzRVKi8pZ4

Space Rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEyx6evq360

Wing Commander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9Z4q8y-FhY

Ultima Underworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuNymTPko3Y

Ultima Online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhDvJ8RketA

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 037 - Nintendo and Gunpei Yokoi

We go over the career of Gumpei Yokoi. From his falling into a job at Nintendo until his untimely death. We cover his contributions to Nintendo, and the game industry, and set the record straight on what he did, and did not have influence on. In the end his true legacy is the talent he mentored, philosophy, and vision that still influences Nintendo to this day.

Game and Watch Collection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HZiBtXwyHM

Radar Scope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvAq7Kckid8

Arcade Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBHJhla8TO4

Arcade Mario Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54olndhqPSA

NES Speed Run Metroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67kQ3l-1qMs

Kids React to Gameboy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pCp8g-VjOs

Virtual Boy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jjz4bls_gPs

The Wonderswan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPJrmNq-1Ow

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 036 - Raiding Eidos

We go over the rise and fall of Eidos. A company that rose high on the huge success of Tomb Raider, and due to a number of factors ended up being in such dire straits they were ultimately purchased by SquareEnix.

C64 Rick Dangerous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwBIDlcMU5Y

Sega CD/Mega CD Thunderhawk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPS6ObO7ZdM

Tomb Raider Sega Saturn VS PlayStation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6ZzjgJuo54

Lucozade Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nR2CueIrqoc

Seat Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfslfqn7AwI

Lara Croft U2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvInYhF9CfE

Tomb Raider 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xBFjw7Si_s

Tomb Raider 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR727qXuk8g

Tomb Raider 4 Ending: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CA5D8pMVvxk

Tomb Raider Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FdBd-FZlu0

Tomb Raider Angel of Darkness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxtaPEQdIYE

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 035 - EA The Teenage Years

We go over the transition of EA from a small idealistic company where programmers are rock stars; to the start of the company becoming the large enterprise it is today. We cover Trip Hawkins later years at the helm of EA and the rising businessman Larry Probst who would later succeed him as president and CEO in the early 90's. We go over the founding of EA Sports one of the most recognizable franchises in videogame history.

C64 one on one Dr. J VS Larry Bird: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URobcuTcBFU

C64 Skyfox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SurusNWvDmw

Music Construction Set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6wxP4fipaE

Racing Destruction Set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGgiMmo_nT8&t=847s

Tales of the unknown Vol 1 The Bard's Tale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwYrfaJ1iBM

Mail Order Monsters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Azyqd45WQYA

C64 Skate or Die: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEFp7SOLfxU

Iron Man in Deluxe Paint (Dpaint) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6ZZ5GngCFg

Amiga Earl Weaver Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKp_fP06f0Q

5 Version of Jordan VS Bird One on One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQS5VuUANJg

PC Lakers vs Celtics NBA Playoffs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHw9Xu89jEM

TV Sports Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvA0qlecPNI

Apple II John Madden Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjBnF9gVEeI

Sega Joe Montana Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNYZuJ_Lblg

Sega John Madden Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaSTAGEGwB4

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 034 -The Nutting Associates

We go into the murky history of Nutting Associates. This company's founding, and a large part of its history is still unclear due to the lack of proper documentation along with contradictory evidence and testimony. We look at how Nutting is more than just Computer Space, and by association Nolan Bushnell. Though Nutting Associates did not survive past the 70's it still had some influence in the arcade industry and paved the way for advancements that came later on.

IQ Computer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh2j3W6me-U

Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqMicrUywSY

Computer Space Ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U33oajPSzyc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 033 - The Saga of Sega

A brief Namco Update, and then we delve into Sega. We covered them before in episode 5, this time we go into detail of the company's middle and later years. We cover how Sega changed hands from an American to Japanese company, and look at some of the products they produced during this era.

Wild Gunman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzxcsaIxaZg

Electro Dart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7EgQ0b8Q-Y

Blockade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXXk8w9yd2s

Frogger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8ZSOUU5Pt0

Astron Belt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPLX6HSZsx4

Hang On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tMqHX-4gMg

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 032 - History of the Atari Brand

We go over the history of the Atari brand. We go from its inception all the way to modern times with the only Atari name being owned by a company in France. The brand changes many hands throughout the years. The initial name split occurring under Warner Communications. The Atari name has a bit of an allure and curse. Many companies see the value in the properties, but almost every company that buys the properties enters into financial troubles.

The Atari History Timeline by Michael Current: http://mcurrent.name/atarihistory/

Atari Jaguar Infomercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-NBFaNSDYs

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 031 - An Epic Game

We cover the history of EPIC as one of the few remaining independent developers left. They are most known for the creation of the Unreal Engine, and Gears of War. They have an interesting history of having a distributed business that includes developers from around the world. Love the unreal engine or hate it. Epic's influence on middleware, and the game industry continues to this day.

ZZT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pccbymHpZnU

Kingdom of Kroz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPz7xVt93Zo

Jill of the Jungle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7E-P4VJbdg

Jazz Jackrabbit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b16upFloYak

Epic Pinball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU_7aG_NibI

SolarWinds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NajV4KUSDo0

Magic Carpet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3zsPl4Ampw

Unreal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3qc6VIHB40

America's Army: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOzGI1oL1oc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 030 - DOOM

We discuss ID Software, and the lasting effects of the company on the video game industry, and society as a whole. We delve into the ramifications of the tech industry in general, and coders specifically with perpetual crunch time. We go into a lot of different subjects tangential to the ID story. Ultimately realizing the lasting effect a group of guys taking advantage of potentially one of the last times an independent developer could make it alone in the AAA space.

Catacomb 3D: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5MzKdjIaPU

Ultima Underworld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozeydDiCHws

Chiller: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvvTh3cU8Ms

Doom with John Romero: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUU7_BthBWM

Visit to ID Software 1993: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpEBUV_g9vU

Bill Gates Doom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiX9dEmXwso

You and Your Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEBizJWOoVM

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: E1M1 by Bobby Prince, and remixed by Michael Massay - http://www.doomworld.com/classicdoom/info/music.php

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 029 - 50 Years of Namco

We delve in the fifty year history of Namco. Starting with its cloudy beginnings all the way to its acquisition by Ban-Dai. Namco is responsible for many classics including Pac-Man, Galaga, and a slew of racing games. Though they did not always have a visible presence in the US Arcade scene, they still had a presence in the arcade and console arenas.

Periscope Namco: https://twitter.com/onionsoftware/status/604651887128805377

Periscope Sega: http://segaretro.org/File:Periscope_EM_US_Flyer_2.pdf?page=2

Gee Bee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qp-PWIqcbRo

Galaxian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhYVcwhSWjI

Galaga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zn1C66Hh6js

Xevious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WGGGTYYFNk

Head On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzpPFpPFYTs

Pac-Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScq4P5gn4A

Winning Run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g53K0CxxYv4

Ridge Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ7eUL7hTZA

Tekken: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6WUaK7ZlL8

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash

We go over the arcade industry after the crash. It has a surge in popularity with kits breathing new life into old cabinets. The JAMMA system standardization allowed for video arcade cabinets to penetrate into many locations. These two things along with other technologies allowed arcades to thrive until home consoles surpassed them in nearly every respect.

Mr. Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKnWXn02Tpw

Punch Out Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TbozFcrP-0

Hat Trick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqVLSixaS5I

Toobin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6d5jOElAxs

Final Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TW69J9AXOqI

Nintendo Playchoice 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTXA3NfhFmU

Karate Champ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az308iZZClc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCWPodcast Episode 027 - Magnavox Patent Lawsuits

We coverthe lawsuits levied by Magnavox against other companies for patentinfringement. There were three majorcases expanding the scope of the patent over its seventeen year lifespan. The fascinating aspect of the lawsuits is howmany people thought they could challenge it and win. However all of the lawsuits resolved inMagnavox's favor. Even Nintendo had topay royalties and license fees.

Ralph Baer on hispatents: http://www.ipmall.info/sites/default/files/hosted_resources/Activision_Readings/VIDEOGAME_HISTORY_Aittlematter_record_keeping.pdf

Early games in courtdepositions: http://allincolorforaquarter.blogspot.com/2013/08/early-unknown-computer-games-mentioned.html

Article on MattelCase: http://lp.huschblackwell.com/video/Manzo_FCBJ.pdf

The Activision case:http://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/848/1244/292077/

Nintendo v. MagnavoxSuit: http://www.leagle.com/decision/19871553659FSupp894_11391/NINTENDO%20OF%20AMERICA%20INC.%20v.%20MAGNAVOX%20CO

New episodes on the1st and 15th of every month!

TCWEmail: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter:@tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 026 The Magnavox Odyssey

We delve into the Magnavox Odyssey the first home console video game system created by Ralph Bear.

Alex's Blog Post: https://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com/2015/11/16/1tl200-a-magnavox-odyssey/

Ralph Bear's Website: http://www.ralphbaer.com/

Magnavox Odyssey Manuals: https://archive.org/details/magnavoxodysseymanuals

Elliott Avedon Virtual Museum of Games - Odyssey Home Entertainment System: http://gamesmuseum.uwaterloo.ca/VirtualExhibits/electronic/console/odyssey/index.html

Magavox Odyssey on 'What's my line?': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8F522GBtZPk

Magavox Odyssey TV Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2EIsnr_cv4

Frank Sinatra Holiday Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS4UmYmmSjg

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 025 - Mattel Electronics?

We go into the mysteries of Mattel's venture into the videogame industry. We cover its inception and development into a very advanced system that was hampered by lack of big arcade titles. Ultimately failing and nearly taking Mattel with it in the great video game crash the that worked there people went on to spread their influenced throughout the video game industry.

Gendered Marketing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JDmb_f3E2c

Matel LED Auto Race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIc3AFRlewY

Matel LED Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D20xjUdNpkc

Coleco's Head to Head Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxbekLqCwIc

Coleco Electronic Quarterback: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93u6POODKQY

Intellivision Baseball Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCgG7Y-XqEw

Astrosmash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cokygJeWomQ

How the Betamax lost to VHS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddYZITaxlTQ

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 024 - The Project and Others in the Field

We cover the developments in Alex's work, and others doing research into video game history. We delve into history in general and question how accurate can it really be? Even though the work done now will be superseded by work done in the future it is still valuable, and we are in a unique time of being able to record historical figures give accounts in their own words.

Ethan AKA George Henson : http://bit.ly/2aLUMGk

The Digital Antiquarian: http://www.filfre.net/

The Strong National Museum of Play: http://www.museumofplay.org/

All In Color for a Quarter: http://allincolorforaquarter.blogspot.com/

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 023 - The Complete Tetris Story

We tell the complete story of Tetris! Created by a computer scientist in Russia by the name of Alexey Pajitnov. We go over the twists and turns of licensing and comedy of errors that was brining Tetris to the market.

Tetris God - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Alw5hs0chj0

Atari Tetris Arcade - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emy1D4P0XPo

Tengen Tetris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLTj9LTd-NA

NES Tetris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FAzHyXZPm0

Gameboy Tetris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbxIB4iz31A

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 022 - The Galaxy Game

We go over the Galaxy Game. It was one of the first commercial attempts to bring video games to market. Though it was unable to get the venture capital needed to get off the ground, the two prototypes that were created proved that there was a market for video games.

Space War Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UP2OaKHaDxM

Punch Cards Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KG2M4ttzBnY

Walter Cronkite Top 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3eFl9pcxsM

Computer Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUv3z7XGRRc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 021 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 3

We cover the severe correction of the arcade market. We also go into why the correction happened, and how it was not a crash. We also go into how this is independent from the home market crash. It went from 8.9 billion to 4 billion over a two years. We also go over some of the myths surrounding the crash, such as the E.T. dump, and discuss why Nintendo's business practices were essential to reviving the home market. Finally we discuss the likelihood of another crash in the future.

Space Invaders Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=437Ld_rKM2s

Asteroids Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYSupJ5r2zo

Pac Man Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScq4P5gn4A

Chase the Chuck Wagon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhdW3RCioLM

US Games - Space Jockey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YBcVR4dF08

Atari Game Over Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wjMn6yjOjQ

VS Duck Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qtf1FUp-0jo

VS Hogan's Alley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuk6QW3HVCA

VS Baseball Nintendo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52TQ7BWBTp0

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 020 -The Great Video Game Crash Part 2

We discuss the fates of all the major home video game producers. As they tried, and generally failed, to transition to computers as the future game systems. This turned out to be the wrong way to go. With the distraction of computers no company made a transitional console for home users. Coleco got close to surviving the crash, but called it quits in 1985. We go over how computers are too complicated for the general public to use. You require ease of use and working out of the box for gaming to work well on the PC. We go over the numbers of the crash during 82-85, and how the market went from 2.8 billion to 100 million In value in just three years.

World of Xeen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VgBR8-BCos

Mattel Aquarius Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlZn8ejso-4

Coleco Adam Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U39muxNdJs

Colecovision Donkey Kong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyNv1Ok0p5g

Kids and Apple II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF7EpEnglgk

Coleco Adam Comercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZz5WywJ-es

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 019 - The Great Video Game Crash Part 1

We go over the lead up to the crash, and the unique situation that caused it. We touch on who to blame for the crash. Is it all Atari's fault? What about retailers, and distributers? There is also the fly by night operations that could have been the straw that broke the camel's back. We cover this and more in part one!

New York Times article on the start of the crash Dec 19, 1982: http://www.nytimes.com/1982/12/19/business/the-game-turns-serious-at-atari.html?pagewanted=all

Star Voyager: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZwRD3zqR1E

Pac Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCPpgt0s70U

Lost Luggage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pg-1GYOtvUw

ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Bn192kSsMw

Skeet Shoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UWJFOUBxTo

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=437Ld_rKM2s

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 018 - The British 8-Bit Computer Market: Software

We go at the British 8-Bit computer market again; this time looking at the software side of things. We go over the initial homebrew/hacker scene, and how it eventually evolved into a publisher/distributor business. This created a unique microcosm allowing Britain to have a different and unique game industry. However it was all absorbed into the global gaming scene with the introduction of 16 bit systems and outside companies were able to move in. Today some of the legacy lives on with a few original British game developers.

Theme Hospital: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byy3wRndKuQ

3D Monster Maze ZX81: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKvd0zPfBE4

Miner 2049er: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kf6axO_Au4

Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgUzteADsRI

Jet Set Willy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94Ywx6uVn9E

Knight Lore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7n7qtErhF-A

Arcadia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfnrlYrYZME

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 017 - The British 8-Bit ComputerMarket: Hardware

We discuss the early 8-bit computer hardware market in Britain, and the unique circumstances of the era before it was ended by the coming of 16 bit computers.

Kids React to Old Computers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF7EpEnglgk

Old school Graphics Part I Commodore 64 & Nintendo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tfh0ytz8S0k

Uridium C64: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks5-Zq6XAN4

Uridium ZX Spectrum:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgyxpqL8T3Q

RISC vs CISC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDrUkjOVtAU

New episodes on the1st and 15th of every month!

TCWEmail: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter:@tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 016 - Early Computer Game Platforms: The Trinity, and the Disciples

We go over the early computer systems as they apply to games in the United States. Starting with the first home computer of note the Altair 8800. We then go into the Trinity of systems released in the same year for the home; the Apple II, the Commodore Pet, and the TRS 80. We then go into the systems that came after and how the Apple II was able to remain dominant as a gaming platform for much longer than it should have untill it was dethroned by the Commodore 64.

Popular Electronics Archive: http://www.americanradiohistory.com/Popular-Electronics-Guide.htm

Altair 8800 Popular Electronics: http://www.americanradiohistory.com/Archive-Poptronics/70s/1975/Poptronics-1975-01.pdf

Net Hack: http://www.nethack.org/

Old school Graphics Part I Commodore 64 & Nintendo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tfh0ytz8S0k

Old School Graphics Part II Apple & Atari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rsycfDliZU&nohtml5=False

Temple of Apshai TRS 80: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiMtY5BxdM0

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 015 - The Story of Chuck E Cheese

We discuss the founding and development of Chuck E Cheese. We go over Showbiz pizza, and its founding as well as eventual acquisition of Chuck E Cheese. At a higher level we go over how companies need to go public in order to grow, but this is a major problem for the video game industry.

Chuck E Cheese Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jLivjTOg0o

Showbiz Pizza Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiN0pYSIeOU

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 014 - Nintendo: Playing With Power

We discuss the state of the industry after the crash before Nintendo came onto the scene, and the difficulties in relating with the modern viewpoint to the situation at the time. We cover how Nintendo entered the US market and set up policies that would be ridiculous today, but were necessary for the industry to recover and grow. We cover how as Nintendo grew they were eventually sued for anti-trust, and price fixing, but were exonerated. Still this led to them easing up on their control in the early 90's.

Advanced Video System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEA2ePG8m-4

A few unlicensed games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfpsj8023qE

Pacman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdT0lrm4b2s

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 013 - History of Acclaim - "The Fall"

We would like to dedicate this episode to Fergus McGovern, co-founder of Probe Software, who died February 27, 2016 at the age of 50.

We go over the changes that led to the fall of Acclaim. How some other publishers were able to survive, and why. We also discuss how it is a unique situation that led to the growth of Acclaim in the late 80s early 90s . We can also see parallels between Acclaim and more recently THQ.

Castlevania 3 US vs Japan Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7v9339JUK3U

Turok: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74hOR5f4MS0

Mario 64 :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6r5oF73gNI

Crash Bandicoot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaLgYPn_Fqs

Tomb Raider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQ6mWoErc0E

Silent Hill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8-3zq8GUcc

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 012 - History of Acclaim - "The Rise"

We go over the rise of Acclaim Entertainment from its inception by two former employees of Activision. We cover Acclaim's rise as they started off as publishers of games from smaller companies, and then branched out into franchising. We discuss the interactions between Acclaim and Nintendo, and how they become one of the first American publishers for Nintendo.

Ghostbusters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdZmiyPaKkA

Rambo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDTFLNSWm3U

Tiger Heli: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7hOp7S_YiU

Star Voyager: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmqXawykr5Y

3D World Runner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTbH25YNxE4

World Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv3RJKS2e_E

Atic Atac : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJrS9WYn3X8

Donkey Kong Country: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whp2Y_MjTXs

Secret of Evermore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdV79VbxWOc

Wizards and Warriors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SlQ2c1bj54

Mortal Kombat TV Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzugunqdlnI

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 011 - The Genesis of JRPGs

We go over the Genesis of JRPGs, and discover that their origin is not where we would have expected them to come from. We go over the influences on developers in Japan that lead to the development of Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. We discuss how western RPGs made their way into Japan via the Apple II, and how RPGs eventually engrained themselves into Japanese society.

Final Fantasy Mystic Quest - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNnpxrZtzy0

Ultima 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FvHQI2qSKQ

Wizardry - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-iOZzwIlMA

Xevious - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P24bjcvnxd8

Tower of Druaga - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN-8LcVfoTc

Hydlide - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pmrxfeozmis

Black Onyx - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=364J35Sk3zM

Dragon Quest 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmzHrNVelL0

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 010 - History of Mediagenic Part II

We go into part two of Activision/Mediagenic. We cover the company under Bruce Davis's leadership onto it becoming Activison again under Bobby Kotick.

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 009 - History of Mediagenic Part 1

We go over the history of Activision, from the great crash, right up till Bruce Davis takes it over. We cover Activision's varied acquisitions by Jim Levy, and some of the challenges faced by the company during this time. We go over some of their successes, and misses, in reading the evolution of the industry.

Little Computer People

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkTgX1mGmDg

Portal - Activision

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RAj38MwyH4&t=1m6s

Alter Ego

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqjAFb-hv2c

Bard's Tale

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhhuCIlGEPU

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 008 - Birth of the Japanese Game Center

We cover the beginning of the Japanese game center. How games had to change for Japan due to space limitations. You did not see many horizontal table games. With these changes you saw the evolution of Bagatelle to Pachinko. There is the dissolution of the pachinko parlors starting with the cessation of production in 1937, and the closing of the parlors in 1938. After WWII pachinko started to come back as a gambling device to get basic needs. With the rebuilding of Japan games were not viewed as something adults would do, and were targeted at children. We continue on with Juke Boxes and Taito getting them from military bases to restoring them for Japanese use. We go over some of the differences between the Japanese and American arcade industries. We cover how arcades start to spread across Japan. Starting as add-ons to malls, then add-ons to bowling allies that allowed arcades to penetrate the entire culture. We cover the first big video game in japan Breakout! Then we get Space Invaders which becomes a massive hit in Japan!

Bagatelle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPnMcMsttaI

Pachinko Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAg_BjYOwwo

Breakout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW7Sg5pXAok

Space Invaders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJTNnpLMVY8

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast 007 - History of the Arcade

We cover the history of the arcade going over the many versions it has occupied from the late 1800's to present time. The arcade has changed in form and function quite a few times over the last century.

Popeye Mutoscope "Customers Wanted"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sch2d0SOJZQ

Pink Panther Scale "An Ounce of Pink"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoU1fJAQll4

Coin Target Gun picture (ABT - Challenger)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6R4m3NIf9E

Digger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8T0e9aafCJQ

Chester Pollard Play Football

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caFq0W_yP-w

Ballyhoo Pinball Tabletop

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGAw4oF5bWA&t=1m21s

Aladdin's Castle

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtFGT344h-c

Star Wars Battle Pod

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bob41EQ9ifM

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 006 - The Early History of Electronic Arts

We discuss the early history of Electronic Arts. The original founders, how it was financed, the origin of the name, and the initial games made. We go over some of the controversies involved with the founding of EA. We also go over the three core tenants of EA. We go over the plethora of people brought in to staff the company.

Demo of VisiCalc - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii3PDjJCCQ4

TRS 80 Radio Shack - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kT207Jmhq4

Archon - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlPuXT8p2YA

Mule - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uHUckK765I

Pinball Construction Set - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ow0X7IrzzO8

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 005 - The Untold History of Sega

We discuss the history of SEGA. We go over how the company came to be, and the myriad of names the company was known by. How SEGA started as a distributor, and evolved into making their own coin op-games. We also go over how the coin-op business evolved in the post WW II era. The rivalry between Nintendo and Sega in the console market. We also go over how Nintendo had a stranglehold on the game market in the USA, and Sega beating them out in market share for a year.

Zaibatsu Definition

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zaibatsu

Nintendo Training Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYjgHLFZMa0

Genesis does what Nintendon't

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzUlkw6nh6I

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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We discuss the cycles in the video game industry, and the numbering of the generations. We also go over how transitions happen. We go over the market, and technology changes that happen.

Plastic Overlay with Magnavox Odyssey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2EIsnr_cv4

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 003 - What makes an industry?

We talk about the three existing industries; arcades, home console, and PC games, and how they merged together to form the "Video Game Industry". How this almost happened in the 80's but was stopped by the video game crash. We also discuss at what point is an industry made, and what has to happen for it to become one.

Atari Game Ad: Vanguard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsH4uuRT2w8

Zaxxon Commercial by Sega: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0bxTjxqwxg

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Twitter: @tcwpodcast

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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TCW Podcast Episode 002 - You talked to whom?

We discuss Alex's interviewing process. Who has he talked to? How does he find them? How does he prepare, and for that matter why is he interviewing people?

New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month!

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Alex's Blog: http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

Intro Music: Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music: RolemMusic - Bacterial Love - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

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We introduce ourselves and give an overview of the project.

Release schedule 1st and 15th of each month!

TCW Podcast Episode 001 - All I can do is ask why?

Intro Music - Josh Woodward - Airplane Mode - Music - "Airplane Mode" by Josh Woodward. Free download:http://joshwoodward.com/song/AirplaneMode

Outro Music -RolemMusic - Bacterial Love -http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Rolemusic/Pop_Singles_Compilation_2014/01_rolemusic_-_bacterial_love

TCW Email: tcwpodcast@gmail.com

Alex's Blog:http://videogamehistorian.wordpress.com

They Create Worlds: Recent Episodes

Alex Smith, and Jeffrey Daum