The Video Game Years

1977

Jun 21, 202142 min

1977 marks a turning point in gaming history as the industry shifts from simple arcade machines to the dawn of home console culture. This episode explores the release of the Atari Video Computer System (VCS), the rise of early handheld elec

1978

Jun 28, 202150 min

1978 was a breakout year that reshaped the entire video game landscape. This episode looks at the explosive impact of Space Invaders, the arrival of the Odyssey², and the rise of electronic toys like Simon. Through commentary and retrospect

1979

Jul 5, 202140 min

1979 was a year of rapid innovation that pushed video games into a new era. This episode highlights the arrival of Galaxian, the launch of the Microvision handheld, the debut of Intellivision, and the arcade phenomenon Asteroids. Through co

1980

Jul 12, 202149 min

1980 marks a major leap forward in gaming history, and this episode explores the year when arcades truly exploded into mainstream culture. Featuring the rise of Pac‑Man, the success of Centipede, the growing dominance of Atari, and the earl

1981

Jul 19, 202160 min

1981 was a landmark year that reshaped the arcade and home‑gaming landscape. This episode explores the arrival of Donkey Kong, the rise of Frogger, and the continued dominance of Atari as video games surged into mainstream culture. Through

1982

Jul 26, 202160 min

1982 was a defining year in gaming, marked by bold innovation and looming industry turbulence. This episode explores the arrival of QBert*, the hype and controversy surrounding Atari’s E.T., the launch of the ColecoVision, and the continued