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The Video Game Years

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.

Created ByPat Contri
StatusEnded
Original NameThe Video Game Years
First Air DateJune 21, 2021
Last Air DateSeptember 13, 2021
Seasons1
Episodes13
Episode Runtime 0min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesLJM & Contri Productions
NetworksYouTubeTubi
1989
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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