The Video Game Years

The show that examines the history, culture, and oddities of video game history promises to have you learning, laughing, and scratching your head.

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Created By	Pat Contri
Status	Ended
Original Name	The Video Game Years
First Air Date	June 21, 2021
Last Air Date	September 13, 2021
Seasons	1
Episodes	13
Episode Runtime	0min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	United States of America
Production Companies	LJM & Contri Productions
Networks	YouTube Tubi

S01E13

1989

1989 was a landmark year that reshaped the gaming landscape. This episode explores the debut of the Game Boy, the arrival of the Sega Genesis, the global phenomenon of Tetris, and the competition brought by the TurboGrafx‑16. It also looks at gaming’s growing presence in pop culture with films like The Wizard, capturing a pivotal moment when handhelds, 16‑bit consoles, and blockbuster branding pushed the industry into a bold new era.

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