Planet Michael: Why You Never Got To Play In The Michael Jackson Virtual World Almost Something Retro Gaming 2026-09-22 | Planet Michael: Why You Never Got To Play In The Michael Jackson Virtual World
The Incredible Disaster of Superman 64 Almost Something 2025-10-04 | Superman 64 (actually titled The New Adventures of Superman) could have been one of the all-time great games for the N64. Instead, it was an unmitigated disaster, one of the worst games of the era, and a classic tale of license holder interference ruining what could have been something special.In today’s video, we review the disaster that was Superman 64, including how it was developed, why it was so bad, and how – defying all expectations – the game actually sold well? Hope you like flying through rings!#retrogaming #videogamehistory #superman64 #superman #n64--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--Footage courtesy of:Superman 64 Longplay [58] – World of Longplays / NPI: youtube.com/watch?v=Kn6TH_b1tkU
Sega’s Canceled Consoles: The Pluto, Neptune, and Jupiter Almost Something 2025-09-25 | It’s the 1990s, and Sega is beating Nintendo. Rather than continue to innovate their games, Sega does something different: They try to create multiple new consoles.The strategy failed. Repeatedly.Sega’s time in the 1990s was marked by a meteoric rise and multiple failed consoles after the Genesis. In today’s video, we’re going to take a look at three canceled consoles: The Pluto, Neptune, and Jupiter. In doing so, we’re going to discuss why these consoles failed, and what these failures tell us about Sega’s rise and fall.#sega #retrogaming #segapluto #seganeptune #segajupiter--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--Adam Koralik Video: youtube.com/watch?v=MVr2h7nMBKA&t=24s Twitch Footage via: twitch.tv/osgttv/video/2566285423
Why Early Licensed Video Games Were So Bad – And Why They Eventually Got So Good Almost Something 2025-09-14 | Licensed Games are…oh, man, some are terrible. Most of the 80s and 90s worst video games were, in fact, licensed games. The graphics sucked, the developers didn’t know the plot, the budget was non-existent…you get the idea.And then, in later years, licensed games got good. REALLY good. Why? When did this change, and what does it mean for gaming in general?--#videogames #retrogaming #videogamehistory #80s #90s -- Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething
The Third Generation of Video Game Systems: Nintendo Dominates, Sega Begins, Atari Tries Almost Something 2025-09-06 | The Third Generation of Home Console games was, for so many of us, where it truly began.The North American home console market had declined 97%, but Nintendo had the vision and gumption to try and change the world. Their Famicom became a massive hit in Japan, and after overcoming numerous obstcules – including skeptical retailers, deeply cynical customers, and, you know, racism – the Nintendo Entertainment System would own the world, setting the stage for the video games we know and love today.At the same time, the seeds of future console wars were being planted. After numerous false starts, Sega made a hit with the Master System, and while they didn’t match Nintendo's success in this generation, they were setting the stage for later.Other former giants tried – and mostly failed. Atari, Commodore, Epoch and more created systems, but only the Atari 7800 made a dent on the market – just barely.Welcome to the Third Generation of Video Games. #videogames #retrogaming #videogamehistory #nintendo #sega--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/joinCheck out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething
7 of the Worst Sega Genesis Games - Ever Almost Something 2025-08-24 | The Sega made some incredible games...and it also made some absolute abominations (ever play Dark Castle by Sega?). In today's video, we review seven of the worst games ever for the system, which include Bart vs. the Space Mutants, Wayne's World, Fantasia (fun story: the game never should have been made), Back to the Future III, Shaq Fu, Terminator 2 and Dark Castle.We also take a look at WHY some of these games are so bad (spoiler alert: GREED and SPEED).Enjoy!#videogames #videogamehistory #segagenesis --Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/joinCheck out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--With Thanks To:Bart vs. The Space Mutants: World of Longplays – RickyC - youtube.com/watch?v=gk9bw5_wAuoWayne’s World: World of Longplays – RickyC - youtube.com/watch?v=2aQDQwkH1M4&t=2189s Shaq Fu: World of Longplays – Spazpo4 - youtube.com/watch?v=TazN72sBJV4 Dark Castle: World of Longplays – Valis77 - youtube.com/watch?v=lpJrvAhTiOwBack to the Future 3: World of Longplays – Stoneworld - youtube.com/watch?v=8Sf4OJ_u1rA
8 Forgotten Video Game Mascots Almost Something 2025-08-17 | Video game mascots can be legendary facets of a beloved video game franchise or system.They can also be weirdos with an exclamation mark on their shirt who promptly fade into oblivion.In today's video, we're going to review 8 (mostly) forgotten video game mascots. These include replaced pack-in games, a mascot who beats up children (to get you to buy the system), a wise-cracking gecko, and so much more.#videogames #videogamehistory #retrogaming #videogamemascots--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/joinCheck out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething
7 Fourth Wall-Breaking Moments That Brought Your Game to the Real World Almost Something 2025-08-05 | Video games are incredible, immersive experiences, ones that often require you to suspend reality and utterly forget about the real world.…what about those games that bring the real world right back to you, even when you weren’t expecting it?In today’s video, we’re going to review 7 games that broke the 4th wall, requiring you to interact, in some way, with the real world, as it was the only way to advance. Those games include Prince of Persia, The Uncanny X-Men, Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box, Trace Memory, Metal Gear Solid 1, Uncharted: Golden Abyss, and StarTropics.#videogames #videogamehistory #retrogaming #princeofpersia #metalgearsolid1 --Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: / @almostsomething Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--WITH THANKS TO: The Uncanny X-Men via World of Longplays / Valis77 - youtube.com/watch?v=RhoGc-eNgYA
7 Forgotten and Abandoned Video Game Franchises Almost Something 2025-07-27 | For dedicated video game fans, there is nothing more frustrating than having a franchise you absolutely love - only to watch it disappear into the ether, never to be seen again. Unfortunately, the video game industry is...well, an industry. And that means that, yeah, sometimes, we lose our favorite games.In today's video, we review 7 of the most impactful video game franchises that were forgotten about, or abandoned by their console or developers. Many of these games died due to corporate stupidity, retirements of key personnel, or simply a failure to evolve to meet the needs of a modern video game audience.--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: / @almostsomething Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething#videogames #videogamehistory #retrogaming--WITH THANKS TO:Project Gotham Racing via World of Longplays / RickyC - youtube.com/watch?v=RRLN9gmfLeg
Remembering the Game Shark: SO MUCH MORE Than Just Cheat Codes! Almost Something 2025-07-20 | In an era where games were often impossible – and before we knew what the hell we were doing, thanks to the Internet – there was the GameShark. Like the Game Genie, the GameShark allowed users to find codes to change their gaming experience. Unlike the Game Genie, the Game Shark came with a TON of additional tools, including code searching, memory management, file searching, and more.In today’s video, we’re going to discuss the GameShark, its long history, why it disappeared, and how it might be coming back? Maybe? -- Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/joinCheck out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--With special thanks to Wrestling With Gaming and their video on The Story of GameShark: youtube.com/watch?v=h4vs4X66nas#retrogaming #gameshark #videogames #videogamehistory
7 of the Best Educational Games of the 1990s Almost Something 2025-07-15 | The 1990s were, in a lot of ways, a golden age of gaming. One reason for this? The educational games – often shown in school or by parents – which could, at times, be straight up fun.In today’s video, we review seven of the best educational games – or edutainment games – of the 1990s. These include a variety of games and series, including Math Blaster, Putt-Putt, The Magic School Bus, MindMaze, The Incredible Machine, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego, and, of course, the Oregon Trail.#90s #educationalgames #retrogames #videogamehistory #edutainment--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/joinCheck out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--The History of the Oregon Trail by Summoning Salt: youtube.com/watch?v=8QbjlHeoLdc&t=1273s
7 of the Worst Super Nintendo Games Almost Something 2025-07-11 | You get home, excited about your latest purchase or rental for the hot new game based on that movie you loved or game you'd played before. Maybe it was the new fighter game, Pit Fighter, or Bebe's Kids, or Home Alone. You put the game in your SNES, switched the system on and...oh. Oh, no. There was no worse feeling.In today's video, we're reviewing seven of the worst Super Nintendo games ever made, including Pit Fighter, Rise of the Robots, Bill Laimbeer's Combat Basketball, Bebe's Kids, Batman Forever, Space Ace, and Home Alone. These games were just terrible: Badly converted, janky animations, non-existent frame rate, busted controllers, and more. Enjoy! Or, at least, enjoy more than you enjoyed playing these games!--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join--SOURCES:Pit Fighter (SNES) Via World of Longplayers – xRavenXP - youtube.com/watch?v=TAOtbK8lnPQ&t=226sRise of the Robots (SNES) Via World of Longplays - /Y\ad/Y\atty - youtube.com/watch?v=2-uO5-kzQfkRise of the Robots (AMIGA) Via World of Longplays – SchLauChi - youtube.com/watch?v=govlWpH8ALIBebe’s Kids (SNES) Via World of Longplays – Valis77 - youtube.com/watch?v=G-ROMm8tHYU&t=1554s Batman Forever (SNES) Via World of Longplays – Tsuano & Genbu - youtube.com/watch?v=ZxHwUOuy3Po&t=3649s SNES Longplay [558] – World of Longplays – TheVandal197 - youtube.com/watch?v=bbiV94xSOkAHome Alone (Sega) Via World of Longplays – TheVandal1972 - youtube.com/watch?v=djblJdVGe44 Chester Chetetah via World of Longplays – Tarosan - youtube.com/watch?v=jQrZdf2OBZg Space Ace (SNES) Via World of Longplays – Mad-Matt: youtube.com/watch?v=6ay2k242Bq4&t=1201s --#supernintendo #snes #videogamehistory #retrogaming
6 Canceled Mario Games You Never Got To Play Almost Something 2025-07-03 | Mario has been in hundreds of games...but not ever game makes it from development to completion...and there is good reaso for that. Some games are trapped in development hell, other games are too violent for Nintendo, and some games died on failed systems.In today's video, we take a look at six Mario games that never made it to your console, and the reasons why you never got to play them.#nintendo #supernintendo #retrogaming #mario #cancelled games--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join--The Mario Game Nintendo Wishes You Forgot About - youtu.be/9W88DdJ2Qq0The Zelda CD-I Games Nintendo Wishes You Forgot About - youtu.be/yZBNLKTZmUA
Night Trap: The Controversial 90s Game That Wound Up in Congress Almost Something 2025-06-18 | Night Trap is the classic 1992 FMV game. Made in 1987, technical hold-ups, a high budget, and the cancellation of a video game console delayed the game for five years. When it found its home on the Sega CD, it was a massive hit, selling more than one million copies.Of course, that wasn't all the game did. It also stirred up a nationwide debate about violence in video games, found itself as one of the primary subjects of a Congressional hearing, and ultimately led to the creation of the ESRB, which rates video games.In today's video, we look back at Night Trap, the "controversial" video game which...REALLY is not bad. Like, at all.--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething#videogamehistory #segacd #nighttrap
7 of the Most Controversial Games of the 90s Almost Something 2025-06-05 | The 1990s took the video game controversies of the 1990s and absolutely obliterated them…in some cases, with a lot of blood, guts, and more. However, other issues – including overly addictive gameplay and ties to the Devil himself – also made for some really controversial content.In today’s video, we take a look at the seven most controversial video games and computer games of the 1990s. #videogames #videogamehistory #retrogaming #gamingcontroversy --Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--Death Race – The Video Game World’s First Violent Game Controversy: youtube.com/watch?v=uq07j-nDvKs&t=13s The Grand Theft Auto Bug That Saved the Series: youtube.com/watch?v=BIHUMQ2OUAw The 7 most Controversial Game of the 1980s: youtube.com/watch?v=PlduZHEB85k&t=1s --Grand Theft Auto gameplay via World of Longplays – Mad-Matt: youtube.com/watch?v=CsRTpj8TM4A
The E.T. Video Game – How Greed and Hubris Made One of the Worst Games Ever Almost Something 2025-05-24 | The E.T. movie was one of the best ever made. The E.T. video game was one of the worst.In today’s video, we discuss how Atari took the most popular entertainment product at the time, and then proceeded to screw it up so badly. It wasn’t the fault of the programmer or designer (it usually isn’t), but the result of bad corporate decisions and a mad dash to cash on on a property that was one of the best selling in the world.The E.T. game was a disaster for Atari, contributed to the company’s demise, and was a factor in the 1983 video game crash. It also led to the creation of the most incredible video game story of the generation: That hundreds of thousands of copies of the agme were buried in a New Mexico landfill.Of course, that story is very, very true.In today’s video, we discuss why E.T. was so bad, what that meant for Atari, and just how all of those games wound up in a New Mexico landfill.#atari #videogames #videogamehistory #et #videogamecrash #retrogaming--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--Other videos you may like:The Second Generation of Video Game Systems: youtu.be/BikWkIrWxmwThe 1983 Video Game Crash: How It Happened and How Video Games Came Back - youtu.be/aVrd1xoRIKEThe Atari 2600 Pac-Man: The Disastrous Port That Helped Crash Atari and the Video Game Industry - youtu.be/kgK22XF9FgQ--Atari: Game Over - amazon.com/Atari-Game-Over-Ernst-Cline/dp/B07DJ95CDQ
Super Mario Bros (1993 Movie) - The Story Behind the Worst Video Game Movie Ever Almost Something 2025-05-14 | Super Mario Bros. (1993) was one of the first movies every made that was based on a Nintendo game. It was also a complete, unmitigated disaster. Though technologically advanced for its time, the movie suffered from budget bloat, a lack of a cohesive vision, and major disagreements between the directors and producers – disagreements so bad that the directors were, at one point, locked out of the editing room!Other filming disasters included major temper tantrums from actors (Dennis Hopper), broken fingers (Bob Hoskins) and drinking before – and during – filming (Hoskins and John Leguizamo). The end result was a movie so bad it kept Nintendo out of the movie business for literal decades – yet, a film that, yes, despite it all, still has its fans.This is the story of Super Mario Bros. (1993) – the movie that probably never should have been made. #nintendo #mariobrosmovie #videogamehistory #filmhistory #moviedisasters--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething--Sources:What Went Wrong podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/6rNOtbQV2SUMYcQgVEIk7J Super Mario Brothers Movie archive: www.smbmovie.com
Hotel Mario: A Forgotten Nintendo & CD-I Disaster Almost Something 2025-05-04 | In the early 1990s, a bad business deal forced Nintendo to allow Philips the use of some of their most popular characters. This included Mario. As a result, Philips sold one of the worst Mario games every made: Hotel Mario.In this video, we discuss the development of this awful game, including its level designs (a cheese themed hotel? Goombas as Elvis?), its badly-aged voice acting, and the way that this games failure – thankfully – helped to kill other likely terrible Mario games. #retrogaming #videogamehistory #mario #hotelmario #nintendoQuick aside – I usually try to add in music from the game for some background enhancement, but…uhh…you don’t want me to do that.--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething----Marc Graue's Hotel Mario 2012 R-rated Dub voice only: youtube.com/watch?v=JhTMHUrXiD8The Nintendo PlayStation?: youtube.com/watch?v=wgLRlTerjCI
The History of the First Metroid: A New Hero, A New Genre Almost Something 2025-04-30 | The History of the First Metroid: A New Hero, A New GenreWhen it first came out in 1986, Metroid broke a TON of boundaries: New game, new hero, new genre. It’s complex map, new worlds, atmospheric music and deeply disturbing universe were SO different than anything else Nintendo had produced at the time, and it set the stage for a wild new game.In today’s video, we review the development of Metroid, Samus Aran, the Space Pirates, and more. Topics covered include its inspiration (Alien, Aliens, and two Kim Bassinger films…?), five endings, and how Samus became a woman (not a political statement!). #retrogaming #nintendo #metroid #videogames #videogamehistory--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething----
The Sega Game Factory: An Experiment in On-Demand Video Games Well Ahead of Its Time Almost Something 2025-04-21 | We take on-demand gaming for granted today, but in the early 1990s, the concept was absolutely revolutionary. Seeing the writing on the wall and understanding the threats to their business model, Blockbuster created the Game Factory, which basically would have printed Sega games onto cartridges for players to take out ANY game they wanted.The concept would have changed video game rentals, negating inventory concerns and ensuring that players could always rent any games. However, a variety of concerns - including technological investments and licensing issues - stopped the product from ever really getting off the ground.This is the story of the Sega Game Factory.And yes, it features Dennis Miller in a promotional video.#sega #blockbuster #videogamehistory #videogamehistory #retrogaming --Nintendo vs. Blockbuster: The Strange Battle Over Instruction Manuals (that was about so much more) - youtu.be/PLZuoGJqtOYRenting videos at a Blockbuster, via Vampire Robot: youtube.com/watch?v=HFNfVDQdMxs&t=5s--Like what we have to offer and want to support the channel? Consider joining as a member, where you get access to exclusive social content, communication tools, and personalized shout-outs: youtube.com/channel/UCXQ0Ofu0RXnk4f7-NqxUL2A/join Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: / @almostsomething
The Super Nintendo Super Scope…Did Not Meet Expectations Almost Something 2025-04-17 | Released in 1992, the Super Nintendo Super Scope was represented a fascinating new way for Super Nintendo to get their players involved in the game. The bazooka-like gun was released to a wide marketing campaign and came packaged with Super Scope 6, a 6-in-1 game that sold more than 1 million copies.In today’s video, we’re going to discuss the Super Scope, including its history, oddity, and guest appearance in the Super Mario Brothers movie. Seriously. Also, did you know that the Super Scope is responsible for the only Mario FPS?Yeah.#supernintendo #videogames #videogamehistory #superscope #retrogaming --Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.---SOURCES:Gizmodo article: gizmodo.com/a-massive-upgrade-makes-the-classic-super-nintendo-supe-1845493782 T2: The Arcade Games courtesy of World of Longplays – MadMatty: youtube.com/watch?v=qkTAus-TWyE
The Story of Donkey Kong (Part 2): From Massive Success to Forgotten Property Almost Something 2025-04-07 | (reupload due to editing and sound issues!)The story of Donkey Kong is a strange one. The game literally saved Nintendo of America, but was changed repeatedly…then forgotten about. Indeed, for years, the property looked dead.That all changed thanks to the incredibly technical creativity of Rare and the Stamper Brothers of Twycross, England, who imbued Donkey Kong with new technology and found numerous ways to reinvent the classic franchise. It's thanks to Rare’s incredible innovations that Donkey Kong became one of Nintendo’s best selling franchises.In today’s video, we talk about how Rare saved Donkey Kong, introduced it to multiple new genres…only to have it fade away (again). #videogames #nintendo #videogamehistory #retrogaming #donkeykong--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--Sources:Donkey Kong gameplay via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=UBHJhla8TO4&t=28s--
The Story of Donkey Kong: From Creation to Success to Nearly Company-Ending Lawsuit Almost Something 2025-03-29 | In today’s video, we tell the story of Donkey Kong, the legendary Nintendo franchise that started life as Popeye. In developing the game, Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto founded one of Nintendo’s most successful franchises, establishing the success of the platforming genre, and creating Nintendo’s first blockbuster hit.However, it almost wasn’t to be. Nintendo of America barely survived the failed launch of Radar Scope, and Donkey Kong was given little chance of success by almost everyone involved with it.Shigeru Miyamoto and Nintendo proved everyone wrong, and the game became Nintendo’s greatest hit to date. Furthermore, after the game’s success, Nintendo had to fight off a lawsuit from Universal Studios that was so massive it threatened to take the company down entirely. However, Nintendo stuck to their guns, and in so doing, took down an entertainment giant – and set themselves up for long-term success.This is the story of Donkey Kong. #videogames #nintendo #videogamehistory #retrogaming #donkeykong--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--SCOURES:Donkey Kong gameplay via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=UBHJhla8TO4&t=28s- shmuplations.com/donkeykong
The Eight Oldest (and continuous!) Video Game Franchises Almost Something 2025-03-18 | Can you believe that the oldest video game franchise still actively being updated is more than fifty years old? Some video game franchises have lasted decades, with releases coming every few years, and still are actively played and rereleased! In today’s video, we’re going to review the ten oldest (and continuously updated) video game franchises. Enjoy!CHAPTERS:0:57 - Bomberman2:45 - Microsoft Flight Simulator5:09 - Mario7:35 - Missile Command9:36 - Pac-Man12:18 - Asteroids14:38 - Space Invaders16:54 - The Oregon Trail#retrogaming #videogames #videogamehistory --Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--The Story of The Oregon Trail by The Gaming Historian: youtube.com/watch?v=8QbjlHeoLdc&t=1273sCREDITS:Space Invaders via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=8Rbi8cfDvVY Asteroids via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=_TKiRvGfw3Q Missile Command via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=nokIGklnBGY&t=1s Missile Command Gameboy via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI:youtube.com/watch?v=VFmH10Hwy2E&t=692s Pac-Man via World of Longplays – KAGE-008: youtube.com/watch?v=DRlQgdGLRP8&t=526s
The Top Ten Best Selling Arcade Games Almost Something 2025-03-10 | The arcade industry was once one of the most popular in America, churning out billions of dollars and stirring creativity among some of the industry’s biggest titans. In today’s video, we take a look at the top ten selling games of the entire arcade era. They are:10: Track & Field (Hyper Olympic): 0:289: Defender: 2:128: Frogger: 4:317: Asteroids: 6:216: Ms. Pac-Man: 8:405: Galaxian: 10:314: Donkey Kong: 12:303: Pac-Man: 12:502: Space Invaders: 19:011: Street Fighter II (various versions): 21:18Enjoy!#arcade #videogames #retrogaming #videogamehistory--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--*Quick note: Not included on this list is the Neo GEO MVS. That’s mostly because I consider the Neo Geo to be a system – not a single game. As such, I omitted it from this video.Ms. Pac-Man: The Trademark-Violating “Enhancement” That Turned Into A Massive Hit Sequel - youtu.be/7VpfSdsOSLEThe Atari 2600 Pac-Man: The Disastrous Port That Helped Crash Atari and the Video Game Industry - youtu.be/kgK22XF9FgQ--SOURCES: Track & Field via World of Longplays – KAGE-008: youtube.com/watch?v=KmgFwGsDiXg Frogger via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=RAKHDFFfdbAAsteroids via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=_TKiRvGfw3Q Ms. Pac-man via World of Longplays – KAGE-008: youtube.com/watch?v=-hee2P8wu5w Pac-man via World of Longplays – KAGE-008: youtube.com/watch?v=DRlQgdGLRP8&t=7s Space Invaders via World of Longplays – SCHLAUCHI: youtube.com/watch?v=8Rbi8cfDvVY
The Second Generation of Video Game Systems Almost Something 2025-03-02 | In 1976, Jerry Lawson and a team form Fairchild Channel F developed a brand new video game system. The game was revolutionary, complete with a microprocessor and game cartridges. These new innovations created the Second Generation of Home Console Systems, comprised of the ColecoVision, Intellivision, Atari 2600, Atari 5200, and the very strange Vectrex.In today’s video, we will review these systems and more, discussing the incredible innovations, potential and games that came out between 1976-1983. We will also take a look at hand-held systems, including the Game & Watch.#videogames #videogamehistory #retrogaming #atari #intellivision--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--The First Generation of Video Game Systems: youtu.be/8X8hHtHzKUI1983 crash: youtu.be/aVrd1xoRIKE
The Complicated History of Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out Almost Something 2025-02-22 | Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out – also known as Punch-Out (which is a whole other story) is an all-time classic Nintendo game, one that sold over three million copies and is still beloved decades later. However, the game became somewhat infamous for its licensing of Mike Tyson, which was cancelled three years after the game’s release.In today’s video, we’ll talk about the game and review some of its most basic questions, including:- Why was Tyson added – then removed from the game?- How did Mario get snuck into the game as a referee?- Why did the game need to develop an entirely new graphics chip for the cartridge?- What player had his name changed to avoid referring to alcohol (and maybe avoid some blatant stereotyping)?- How many different final bad guys are there from the original game (Answer: Three)?- Why did it take 22 years for one Easter Egg to be discovered?- How do you access the secret circuit?…and much, much more. #nintendo #miketyson #retrogaming #gaminghistory #punchout--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.
The Nintendo Hands Free Controller Almost Something 2025-02-18 | In 1989, Nintendo did something that was then revolutionary: They created a video game controller designed for people who did not have use of their hands. It was a massive technological success, and despite its low sales numbers, started video games down a pathway of increased accessibility and living the ideal of gaming for all. Unfortunately, while Nintendo did not continue down this noble path, others – including Microsoft, PlayStation and third party developers like Hori – did pick up the slack.In today’s video, we’re going to discuss the Nintendo Hands Free Controller, and take a look at how video game companies have worked to ensure accessibility for people with different physical capabilities.ALSO – I think I fixed a few settings that improved the sound quality. Please let me know what you think!#videogames #nintendo #videogamehistory #accessibility #gamingaccessibility--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--SOURCES:Ninja Gaiden using Hands Free Controller via Buttheadrulesagain - youtube.com/watch?v=SKzKp3QGg6M Super Mario Bros con Hands Free Controller via Luis Vladamir Brenes Loria - youtube.com/watch?v=hCbLspq6powLaura K Buzz article - access-ability.uk/2022/04/25/nintendo-made-a-disability-friendly-nes-controller-in-the-80s
The First Generation of Video Game Systems Almost Something 2025-02-13 | The first generation of video game systems was new, different, exciting, and literally created the market for the home consoles we enjoy today. Driven by innovators like Ralph Baer, Nolan Bushnell, Al Alcorn and others, major electronics companies, toy companies, and even indoor pool manufacturers figured out how to make good systems and profit accordingly.The market would become oversaturated and eventually crash, but not before creating the foundation for what we know today.In today’s video, we review the first ever home console systems, including the Magnavox Odyssey, the Coleco Telstar, the Sears/Atari Home Pong, the Color TV Series, and a few handhelds, like the Merlin. We also discuss the various smaller systems that…you know, helped crash the industry (the first time).Enjoy!--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--The 1983 Video Game Crash: How It Happened and How Video Games Came Back - youtu.be/aVrd1xoRIKE
Nick Arcade: The Show That Put YOU in a Video Game Almost Something 2025-02-11 | Your next chapter starts today. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelponline therapy: betterhelp.com/AlmostSomething (Sponsored by BetterHelp).Nick Arcade was a classic – and sadly short-lived – Nickelodeon show. Airing in 1992, the show produced 84 episodes which features video game challenges, questions…and the chance to play inside of a massive virtual reality video game. This amazing show was tailor-made for video game fans who desperately wanted MORE video games and the chance to spend more time with their favorite pastime. In today’s video, we review Nick Arcade, the classic Nick show that put you inside of a video game.#videogames #videogamehistory #1990s #nickelodeon--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.
The Story of the Konami Code Almost Something 2025-02-01 | The Konami Code is the most famous cheat code, one that is available in hundreds of games and provided players with access to more levels, weapons and unlockables than they ever would have gotten on their own.The code – invented by programmer and game designer Kazuhisa Hashimoto – was developed for one simple reason: Hashimoto’s games were too hard for even him to master!Here’s a look at the history behind the Konami Code, why it has endured for so long, and what games, music, and even children’s toys – you can find it in. #videogames #videogamehistory #konamicode #retrogaming --Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.
The 1983 Video Game Crash: How It Happened and How Video Games Came Back Almost Something 2025-01-26 | The crash of the American video game industry was multifaceted…and, somehow, unforeseen to those deeply embedded in the industry. It came as a result of incredibly horrific business practices, mind-boggling greed, and horrendous games that were deeply unplayable and unimaginatively repetitive.In today’s video, we go deep…and I mean DEEP…into the causes and effects of the 1983 video game crash, discussing its origins, long-lasting impacts, and when the crash finally ended.This is the longest and most in-depth video I’ve produced so far, and I’m proud of it. I REALLY hope you enjoy it!!#videogamehistory #atari #videogamecrash #retrogaming---Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--Other videos referenced included:The Atari 2600 Pac-Man: The Disastrous Port That Helped Crash Atari and the Video Game Industry - youtube.com/watch?v=kgK22XF9FgQ&t=519s
7 Nintendo & Super Nintendo Games That Hold Up Today Almost Something 2025-01-20 | Some games suck.Other games – well, they may be 40 years old, but you can still legitimately play them today.The ability of a video game to be truly timeless isn’t necessarily a result of its graphics. Instead, a game’s replayability is ultimately influenced by its creativity, replayability, and boundary-pushing use of available technology. In today’s video, we review seven Nintendo & Super Nintendo games that still hold up remarkably well today, including Contra, the Adventures of Lolo, Castlevania, Super Metroid, Baseball Simulator 1000, Earthbound, and Gradius III. #nintendo #supernintendo #videogamehistory #videogames #retrogaming--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.----Gameplay Credits:Adventures of Lolo provided by World of Longplays – Stoneworld: youtube.com/watch?v=xUU4Jfj9Gjs&t=1402s Castlevania provided by World of Longplays – xRavenXP: youtube.com/watch?v=lRcHk8ixyKE Gradius III provided by World of Longplays – Kage Negra: youtube.com/watch?v=0ad20dvWE6A Super Metroid provided by World of Longplays – Parazzing: youtube.com/watch?v=2mHYOzLh19E
Remembering & Reviewing The Wizard (1989): THE Nintendo Movie of the 1980s Almost Something 2025-01-11 | The Wizard (1989) - starring Fred Savage, Jenny Lewis, Luke Edwards, Christian Slater and Beau Bridges – is an all-time classic. Yes, it’s a massive commercial for Nintendo, but it’s also about so much more, featuring some incredibly adult themes that managed to Trojan Horse their way into the film.In today’s video, we review and reflect on The Wizard, discussing how it got made, reviewing its cultural (and personal!) impact, and discussing what it meant to so many of us. Enjoy!#thewizard #nintendo #videogames #nostalgia #1980s--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--I’m sure this goes without saying, but I do not own the rights to any of the footage here, and am uploading this video for the purpose of providing commentary and review of the film itself. The Wizard is a property of Universal Studios. To purchase the film, visit: amzn.to/3DOJuzw You can also watch it on YouTube at: youtube.com/watch?v=-9tQP80PtM8On Amazon, watch here: amazon.com/Wizard-Luke-Edwards/dp/B002DJM9R8 Deleted scenes available here: youtube.com/watch?v=CToCnEkr5xQ&t=103sWizard Reunion Questions: youtube.com/watch?v=KwYMeilyQzU
7 Cancelled Super Nintendo Games Almost Something 2025-01-01 | Games getting cancelled is relatively common within the video game industry, but sometimes, the cancelled games take a really weird turn. How weird? Sometimes, they get released two decades later but the publisher in question. Other times, it takes internet leaks and Kickstarter campaigns. And sometimes, this game just disappears…and no one really knows why.In today’s video, we’re going to take a look at 7 cancelled Super Nintendo games, including Star Fox 2, Mario Factory, Baby’s Day Out, Mother 3, Mission Impossible, Socks the Cat Rocks the Hill (Don’t Ask), and Railroad Tycoon. #supernintendo #videogames #videogamehistory #cancelledgames #starfox--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--LINKS: Mario Factory games: mario.fandom.com/wiki/MARIO_FACTORY Baby’s Day Out: segaretro.org/Baby%27s_Day_Out Baby’s Day Out, Laser Time: youtube.com/watch?v=m0bgwfGlkB0 Railroad Tycoon: myabandonware.com/game/sid-meier-s-railroad-tycoon-zn
Remembering the Super Mario Brothers Super Show Almost Something 2024-12-26 | The Super Mario Brothers Super Show was a fever dream. That’s the only way I can describe it. It was an off-the-wall take on the Mario Brothers, featuring a former wrestler, a veteran character actor, and some of the most insane cartoons ever to grace the small screen.In today’s video, we talk about how the show came to be, its surprisingly hands-off approach from Nintendo, the absolutely bonkers cartoons (including the origins of the “EXCUSE ME PRINCESS” meme), the connection between the cartoon and horrific 1993 movie, and how many spin-offs ultimately resulted from the program…make sure to check out the King Koopa’s Kool Kartoons show…or, if you don’t want nightmares, skip it.UPDATE: Apologies for the awkward cut at 3:04 or so. WWF filed a removal request on Albano's wrestling. He was a wrestler. That was this just of it :)#videogame #supermariobrotherssupershow #80stv #retrogaming #supermariobrothers--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething If you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--All Super Mario Brothers Super Show shows, Super Mario World 3 & Super Mario World provided by @TheMarioBrothers.Net: youtube.com/@ThemariobrosNet/videosZelda Cartoons provided by @GamePlayersUniverse.com: youtube.com/@Nebulon9TV02/videos
Wally Bear and the NO! Gang: The (Unlicensed) Effort to Keep Kids Off Drugs – And Sue Nintendo Almost Something 2024-12-22 | In the late 80s and early 90s, everyone was desperate to keep poor, impressionable youth off of drugs. As a result, people in power went to great lengths to keep kids away from illicit substances.The end result of this version of reefer madness? Wally Bear and the NO! Gang, an edutainment effort designed to keep kids away from evil substances. Wally Bear and the NO! Gang turned into an unlicensed Nintendo game and helped to cause a $105 million lawsuit.Here’s the very strange story of Wally Bear and the No Gang.Just say no, kids. #nintedo #retrovideogames #videogamehistory #wallybear #justsayno--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--Footage for this game courtesy of World of Longplays / Valis77. To watch the video, visit: youtube.com/watch?v=miD-PpeY6Ek&t=948s--Want more Wally Bear gameplay? Weird, but sure! Check out Angry Video Game Nerd’s video: youtube.com/watch?v=ihJo0jmX9gk&t=1s For the speedrun by Jon’s Nerd Rage, visit: youtube.com/watch?v=8zGsvORnhJo --Also, here’s a link to a bunch of our videos that we cited during this one:Nintendo vs. Tengen: youtu.be/NwMsr0zFhnA Wisdom Tree – The Blatant “Christian” Cash-Grabbing Video Game Company: youtu.be/DpRSdKO9x-cDeathrace – The World’s First Violent Video Game Controversy: youtu.be/uq07j-nDvKsNintendo vs. Blockbuster: youtu.be/PLZuoGJqtOY
The Comprehensive Story of the 3DO: Failing – But Ahead Of Its Time Almost Something 2024-12-17 | The R.E.A.L. 3DO was a video game system built on a brand new business model, world-class technology, and a head start over all of its competition. It was lead by the incredible Trip Hawkins, a man whose creativity and success has fundamentally changed the video game market forever.However, for all his foresight, Hawkins couldn’t see a few things: The model was faulty, the game would soon be out of date, and the system couldn’t compete with the big boys.In today’s video, we take a look at the 3DO, an incredible video game system that failed – but not for lack of trying or lack of vision. #real3do #videogames #videogamehistory #triphawkins #3do--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--For additional content, make sure to visit: real3do.uk/marketing-the-3do
Remembering Nintendo Power Magazine Almost Something 2024-12-11 | Do you remember Nintendo Power Magazine? For a time, this magazine OWNED readership among children and Nintendo fans in America, doling out exclusive hints, relying on savvy marketing, and figuring out the right balance between promoting world-class video-game content and getting kids to buy their product.Using some unique methods – like improving on a newsletter and, at one point, giving away a game in exchange for a subscription (Dragon Warrior, anyone?), this magazine helped push the trend that defined our childhood.In this video, we review the incredible Nintendo Power Magazine.#nintendo #videogames #videogamehistory #nintedopower #retrogaming--Interested in checking out old copies of the Magazine? Visit: archive.org/details/Nintendo_Power_Issue001-Issue127/Nintendo%20Power%20Issue%20001%20July-August%201988For the podcast, check out: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2JiZAV5BmDVHtik3w5OCMMg34D-H3_ad --Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d I use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.
Why Nintendo Sues: (Over?)Protecting its Property by Battling Counterfeiters, Suing Streamers & More Almost Something 2024-12-05 | Nintendo is one of the best known brands in the one. They are also one of the most legal-trigger-happy. More than almost any other company, Nintendo is known for their AGGRESSIVE use of legal systems across the world to stop pirates, counterfeiters…and, in some cases, ordinary YouTubers.In today’s video, we’re going to take a look at Nintendo’s legal strategies, discuss WHY they are so lawsuit-happy, and hopefully present a balanced perspective on if they are right or wrong. Spoiler alert: Some of you will yell at me. #nintendo #videogames #retrogaming #gamepiracy #gaming--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d If use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--More on the incredible story of Wisdom Tree, the “Christian” developer that Nintendo was too afraid to sue, here: youtu.be/DpRSdKO9x-cMore on Nintendo’s efforts at quality control here: youtu.be/GV8D-PLEArgTo check out Sued By Nintendo, visit their website: suedbynintendo.com
The Gayest Easter Egg Ever: The (highly unauthorized) Speedo-Clad Men of Sim Copter Almost Something 2024-11-29 | Video game Easter Eggs are usually cute little jokes, inserted by game programmers, that make us laugh or refer to another media property.Then, sometimes, they are speedo-clad men who try to kiss you.Wait, what?Here’s the true story of Jaques Servin, an activist who inserted an Easter Egg into SimCopter WITHOUT the games permission. It ended Servin’s career at Maxis, but it also resulted in him launching a long career in corporate pranks and hijinks. #SimCopter #EasterEggs #VideoGames #VideoGameHistory #LGBTQ--I had never even heard of this story until watching this incredible video by one of my all-time favorite YouTube Channels, @Outsidexbox, which reviewed the story in this video - 7 Highly Inappropriate Easter Eggs We Can't Believe They Left In: youtube.com/watch?v=xQTrPXxUAr4&t=242s.--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething
Nintendo vs. Blockbuster: The Strange Battle Over Instruction Manuals (that was about so much more) Almost Something 2024-11-24 | Remembering renting video games from Blockbuster as a kid? Nintendo does..and they hated it. They hated it so much, in fact, that they tried to lobby Congress for legal challenges. Failing that, they sued Blockbuster…over photocopying instruction manuals.In today’s video, we discuss the remarkable story of how Nintendo and Blockbuster went to legal war over royalties, rental fees, and photocopies.#nintendo #blockbuster #videogames #videogamehistory #retrogaming--Like what you watched? Check out the channel page to subscribe and find more great videos: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_dI use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--For more information on Blockbuster, check out my video – Netflix Didn’t Kill Blockbuster: youtube.com/watch?v=fD49BRVCAy0 For more footage from Blockbuster, check out Vampire Robot: youtube.com/@vampirerobot
The Zelda CD-i Games Nintendo Wishes You Forgot About Almost Something 2024-11-17 | Zelda is one of the best and most popular franchises of all time. However, there are three games that Nintendo almost certainly wishes you forgot about: Wand of Gamelon, Faces of Evil and Zelda’s Adventures. These three games – published by Philips and made available on the short-lived CD-I – are awful. Just terrible. In this video, we review these three games, talk about how they came to be, and discuss why they were just so, so bad. #zelda #cdi #videogames #videogamehistory--Like our Zelda videos? Check out our video on why Zelda 2 is so different than the original Zelda: youtube.com/watch?v=Dj-hNKXjzPI&t=16sAnd, make sure to check out our channel page for more videos and to subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething --Faces of Evil Footage courtesy of Longplay Archive: youtube.com/watch?v=LahZA12UNoE Zelda Know Your Meme: knowyourmeme.com/memes/zelda-cd-i Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore: store.steampowered.com/app/1924780/Arzette_The_Jewel_of_Faramore
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - The Complete Story Almost Something 2024-11-08 | In addition to being one of the best selling games in Super Nintendo History, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past was just…well, amazing. Through revolutionary graphical techniques, a ground-breaking story and deeply immersive combat, Zelda broke the mold and expanded the franchise forever.In today’s video, we review the development history of A Link to the Past while also answering some key questions. Why was it so graphically impressive? How did it get to look the way it did? What happened to the game’s original “hub world” and party system? What was the apparent connection between A Link to the Past and Breath of the Wild? And who the heck is Chris Houlihan?#zelda #supernintendo #nintendo #retrogaming #videogamehistory--Like our Zelda videos? Check out our video on why Zelda 2 is so different than the original Zelda: youtube.com/watch?v=Dj-hNKXjzPI&t=16sLike what you watched? Check out the channel page to subscribe and find more great videos: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_dI use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--Much of the footage for this video came form World of Longplays / Tsunao. You can find the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=Z6hjG6MCcZ8GBA Footage from World of Longplays / Tsuano: youtube.com/watch?v=vBUv85g3o84 You can also find their website here: www.longplays.org.
8 of the Weirdest Super Nintendo Games of All Time Almost Something 2024-10-28 | Weird games have always been a staple of video game systems, and the 1990s was, in general, just an odd decade. Neon. Trapper keepers. Bill Clinton. All that jazz.In this video, we review the eight weirdest games to appear on the Super Nintendo. This includes basketball stars in fighting/beat ‘em ups, a game filled with Snot, and the most religious First Person Shooter you will ever see. --To watch our video on Wisdom Tree, the fake Christian Games developer, visit here: youtube.com/watch?v=DpRSdKO9x-c&t=527sTo visit our channel page, subscribe, or find more videos, visit here: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething--Video Credits:- Boogerman: youtube.com/watch?v=jCKAW3vpY1M - Michael Jordan: youtube.com/watch?v=gJcIjxfFKdA World of Longplays / xRavenXP- Shaq Fu: youtube.com/watch?v=DPVo6BLyduE&t=611s - Parodius: youtube.com/watch?v=nYgYHffJ6aQ (World of Longplays / Valus77)--#supernintendo #retrogaming #snes #Videogames #gaminghistory
Why Was Zelda 2 So Different? Almost Something 2024-10-21 | Zelda 2 is a deeply divisive game within he Zelda series, often regarded as the black sheep of the series. It’s side-scrolling nature, RPG elements and altered combat system were an abrupt change from the original game.In today’s video, we review the old Zelda 2 and take a look at it’s mechanics, history, and development. As such, we’ll check out both the game and how it came to be. --Like what you watched? Check out the channel page to subscribe and find more great videos: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_dI use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--Special thanks to Winged Bahamut: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMtO1idipCuzTw1ySZuyWKWA8UtLk1Qo2 --#nintendo #zelda #zelda2 #retrogames #videogames
The Controversy Surrounding Pinball: Car Bombings, Assassination Attempts, Gambling, and the Mob Almost Something 2024-10-17 | When you think of pinball, you probably think of good, clean, wholesome fun.Ahh, you naïve youth, you.Here’s the thing: Pinball has a ton of gambling origins. It started gaining popularity in America in the 1930s, and almost immediately pivoted to becoming a straight-up gambling device, not to dissimilar to slot machines. That – combined with a ton of mafia control over the devices – led to pinball bans across the country, and a startling moral panic…albeit not one completely without merit!In today’s video, we’re going to discuss the surprising controversy surrounding pinball, including its roots as a moral panic and what kind of merit that moral panic had. --Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething --#pinball #games #amusementgames #mafia #moralpanic
Remembering the Nintendo Power Pad: The System, Games, and its Influence on Gaming Today Almost Something 2024-10-12 | The Nintendo Power Pad (or Family Trainer, or Family Fun Fitness, depending on your country) was a legendary peripheral for Nintendo, selling more than 500,000 copies and introducing physical activity into video games. It was also the forerunner for countless systems that made YOU the controller, setting the stage for the popularity of systems like the Wii and games like Dance Dance Revolution.In today’s video, we’ll review the Power Pad, discuss its 11 games (there were a lot more besides World Class Track Meet!), and review its gaming legacy.--Like what you have to see? Check out the channel homepage to find more videos and subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething #nes #nintedo #retrogames #powerpad #videogamehistory--Thumbnail courtesy of: seanmalstrom.wordpress.com/2021/02/18/nes-review-athletic-world
The Comprehensive Story of the Atari Jaguar: The 64-Bit System (not really) That Killed Atari Almost Something 2024-10-05 | The Atari Jaguar was it: It was Atari’s last-ditch effort to recapture former glory. It was built on revolutionary graphics chips, had record-breaking graphics, and planned a robust software library that would return Atari to the top echelon of video game designers.It didn’t work.The Jaguar failed for many reasons: A poor software library, inadequate support, odd marketing, and competition that was leagues ahead. In today’s video, we’re going to tell you the comprehensive story of the Atari Jaguar and why this “64-bit” system failed so badly. --Videos referenced in this video include 9 Canceled Video Game Consoles That You Will Never Get To Play: youtube.com/watch?v=yeI_eqJp-gw--Like what you watched? Check out the channel page to subscribe and find more great videos: youtube.com/@AlmostSomethingIf you enjoyed this video, you clearly love video game history! If that's the case, make sure to check out our Amazon store: amazon.com/shop/almostsomething/list/13Q52DKD8NYT2?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_dI use many of these books to create the content for these videos, and if you buy a book from the storefront here, I'll get a small commission.--#atari #atarijaguar #videogame #videogameconsole #retrogaming
7 Surprising Connections Between Video Games and (seemingly unrelated) Toys, Games & Movements Almost Something 2024-09-29 | All of us draw inspiration from a vast array of sources, so it shouldn’t surprise you to learn that video games do the same. What may be more interesting is where some of our favorite games have come from, what they have been influenced by, or how our favorite games are ultimately connected. In this video, we’re going to review the fun and surprising connections between some of our favorite games and systems – including Nintendo, Sonic and Atari – and the properties that made them great.#videogames #retrogaming #videogamehistory #nintendo #atari--Like what you just watched? Make sure to check out our channel page for more videos, or to subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething--For more information on some of the information listed here, check out The Ultimate History of Video Games, Volume One: amazon.com/Ultimate-History-Video-Games-Pokemon/dp/B09XBZPGR5
9 Best Nintendo Puzzle Games (besides Tetris) Almost Something 2024-09-23 | Puzzle games – when done right – could be deeply enthralling, capturing your attention, stimulating your mind, and allowing you to mash together multiple genres to play something incredibly fun. Even within the limitations of the games that were available at the time, Nintendo was able to create some incredibly unique games that required more than just reflexes: They required your mind.As such, here’s a look at nine of the best Nintendo puzzle games – besides Tetris – that you could enjoy.#videogames #nintendo #videogamehistory #retrogaming --Like what we have to offer? Check out the channel page to find more videos or subscribe: youtube.com/@AlmostSomething--SOURCES:Adventures of Lolo via World of Longplays / Stoneworld: youtube.com/watch?v=xUU4Jfj9GjsWrecking Crew via World of Longplays / Tsuano: youtube.com/watch?v=vCF40ee11JQ&t=614sLemmings NES via World of Longplays / Reinc: youtube.com/watch?v=ogCdw8be4ms&t=3040sCastlequest via World of Longplays / KAGE-008: youtube.com/watch?v=uwCewXHgOr4&t=171s Solomon’s Key via World of Longplays / Reinc: youtube.com/watch?v=eMFg_BKZMzQ&t=606sClu Clu land via World of Longplays / KAGE-008youtube.com/watch?v=qY1h6sW58Ao&t=152sKickle Cubicle via World of Longplays / Genbu: youtube.com/watch?v=XEI1TMrX0cY&t=6120sMendel Palace via World of Longplays / Genbu: youtube.com/watch?v=9lZinQ9940M Mendel Palace two player via World of Longplays / KAGE-008 & Charly9631: youtube.com/watch?v=wPCoyapcYM0
