The Story of The Oregon Trail Gaming Historian 2024-04-11 | In 1971, three student teachers in Minneapolis, MN created a little computer game about westward expansion in the United States. Over 50 years later, The Oregon Trail series has sold more than 65 million copies and has been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. But the original creators never made a penny off the game. Learn the story behind one of the most successful edutainment games of all time. A special thank you to @minnmax for providing some footage for this documentary. Check out their documentary on Oregon Trail here: youtu.be/_EHdZUrMi4w00:00 - Introduction03:02 - OREGON29:15 - MECC42:39 - The Apple II48:16 - A New OREGON1:11:57 - Learning Could Be Fun1:24:45 - End Credits▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorianFollow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter / X | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#OregonTrail #Apple #GamingHistorian
The Story of the First Video Game Cartridge Gaming Historian 2023-06-09 | The humble cartridge is an icon in video game history. But where did it come from? Learn the story behind the first programmable home console - the Fairchild Channel F - and the team behind it. Why couldn't Fairchild capitalize on this revolutionary idea and why did the Channel F console fade into obscurity? CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:05 - Part 1: Desperation Breeds Innovation13:58 - Part 2: Mavericks22:54 - Part 3: A Commitment31:03 - Part 4: A Long Shadow▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter / X | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Fairchild #ChannelF #GamingHistorian
The Forgotten Portable NES Gaming Historian 2023-03-10 | In 1990, the hot new trend in the video game industry was handheld systems. The Nintendo Game Boy and Atari Lynx battled for the market, while NEC and Sega had consoles on the way. But there was another handheld coming you may not have heard of: The Express. It was from a small company called BDL Enterprises, and the idea was impressive: A portable version of the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)! Why did this console never see the light of day?▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter / X | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #Hardware #NES
Batter Up: Play Super Nintendo With a Baseball Bat Gaming Historian 2023-01-27 | 12 years before the Nintendo Wii took over living rooms, Sports Sciences released Batter-Up, a motion-controlled baseball bat for the Sega Genesis, Super Nintendo, and personal computers. The company claimed it was the first "virtual reality baseball bat." Was it a swing-and-a-miss or a home run? Learn how Batter Up works and the history of Sports Sciences. ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter / X | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #Hardware #SNES
The Story of Super Mario Kart Gaming Historian 2022-12-02 | Learn the complete history of Super Mario Kart, one of the most influential games of all time. After a failed attempt to make a 2-player version of F-Zero, Nintendo created a quirky go-kart racing game featuring Mario & friends. Despite receiving little hype, Super Mario Kart exploded in popularity, becoming one of the best-selling games for the Super Nintendo. It was a genre-defining title and the beginning of one of Nintendo's most popular franchises. CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:17 - Part 1: Racing for Two12:35 - Part 2: Changing Lanes33:59 - Part 3: An Unforgettable Ride48:48 - End Credits▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter / X | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#MarioKart #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
Sharp SF1: A Super Famicom TV Gaming Historian 2022-09-09 | When Nintendo launched the Super Famicom in 1990, they couldn't make enough consoles to meet the demand. But there was another way to get one: The Sharp SF1, a $1,000 TV with a built-in Super Famicom! Learn the history and functionality of this obscure piece of video game hardware.▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #SuperNintendo #SuperFamicom
When Nintendo Games Were on Atari Gaming Historian 2022-07-29 | Before Nintendo launched the NES, their games appeared on other consoles, including the biggest: the Atari 2600. Learn about the history of these ports and that weird time when Mario competed with himself. CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction00:45 - Donkey Kong03:08 - Donkey Kong Jr.04:14 - Sky Skipper07:01 - Popeye08:40 - Mario Bros.▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Nintendo #Atari #GamingHistorian
Microsofts 3 Biggest Mistakes Gaming Historian 2022-06-30 | Microsoft entered the video game console business in 2001 with the Xbox. Today, they are still a major player in the industry. But it hasn't exactly been a smooth journey. Here are three of their biggest blunders (so far). CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction02:02 - Games for Windows LIVE11:58 - The Xbox One Announcement18:35 - The Xbox 360 "Red Ring of Death"▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #3BiggestMistakes #Microsoft
The Story of Super Mario World Gaming Historian 2022-05-06 | A documentary on the making of Super Mario World, the launch of the Super Nintendo, and how the game perfected the concepts of the Super Mario series.CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:48 - Part 1: The End of an Era20:27 - Part 2: A Whole New World43:16 - Part 3: Rumor Has It...01:02:45 - Part 4: Evolutionary, Not RevolutionaryNOTE: Early Super Mario World prototype footage and fan hacks are artistic renditions and do not represent an actual Nintendo product. ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#SuperMarioWorld #GamingHistorian #Documentary
The Ultimate Guide to NES Light Guns Gaming Historian 2021-12-10 | Save 40% or more on your SimpliSafe security system during their holiday sale! Visit https://SimpliSafe.com/GamingHistorian to learn more!What's the history of light gun games? How does the Zapper work? What other light guns worked on the Nintendo Entertainment System? How many games were compatible? In this video, I try to cover everything. This is the Ultimate Guide to NES Light Guns!CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:17 - A Brief History of Light Guns11:53 - How Does the Zapper Work?16:54 - 3rd Party NES Light Guns28:12 - Light Gun-Required NES Games43:02 - Light Gun-Optional NES Games54:25 - Outro / CreditsSpecial thanks to the Roanoke Pinball Museum for their "Shoot The Bear" footage - roanokepinball.org▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#NES #Zapper #GamingHistorian
What Happened to Mega Man Universe? Gaming Historian 2021-11-05 | Five years before Super Mario Maker, Capcom was developing Mega Man Universe, a central hub where users could create and share their own Mega Man levels. In less than a year, it was canceled. What happened?▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#MegaMan #Capcom #GamingHistorian
How the Mario Characters Got Their Names Gaming Historian 2021-09-29 | Is Luigi named after a pizza parlor? Who actually came up with the name Donkey Kong? Why is King Koopa named after a bowl of soup? Learn the inspirations behind the names of 8 Super Mario characters!CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro00:24 - Mario05:28 - Luigi07:07 - Princess Peach08:54 - Toad10:57 - Yoshi12:29 - Donkey Kong17:54 - Wario19:12 - Bowser▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Mario #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
Dont Touch: The Story of the U-Force Gaming Historian 2021-09-01 | In 1989, the most anticipated new controller for the NES wasn't the Power Glove; it was the U-Force. Learn about the making of the device, its rocky road to retail, and the battle against the Power Glove.CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction02:12 - Part 1: A New Way to Play14:21 - Part 2: Under Pressure27:12 - Part 3: Don't Touch▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#UForce #NES #GamingHistorian
SEGA Mega Modem: Ahead of Its Time Gaming Historian 2021-05-26 | In 1989, Sunsoft came to SEGA with a proposal: What if people could play Mega Drive games online? Wanting to make a splash in the market, the two companies teamed up and created the Mega Modem. The device brought online gaming, downloadable games, news, contests, and even financial transactions to the SEGA Mega Drive.CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:17 - Development History12:55 - Games & Software21:59 - Legacy▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#SEGA #MegaDrive #GamingHistorian
LJN Roll & Rocker: A Terrible Controller Gaming Historian 2021-02-24 | Thank you to Warby Parker for sponsoring this video. I've been wearing their glasses for years, and I can't recommend them enough. Order your Home Try-On Kit FREE at http://www.warbyparker.com/gaminghistorian. Offer only valid in the US. 1989 was the year of NES controllers. Mattel introduced the Power Glove. Broderbund debuted the U-Force. And then there was LJN's Roll & Rocker. The Roll & Rocker was a stand-on plastic board that rocked back and forth to control directional movement in games. It promised radical gaming action. But did the Roll & Rocker deliver?▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#LJN #NES #GamingHistorian
There Was a Lock for the NES Gaming Historian 2021-01-06 | In 1989, parents' concerns for their children's video game habits were at an all-time high. One eclectic inventor thought he had the perfect solution: Homework First. It was a literal lock that blocked the cartridge slot of the Nintendo Entertainment System. Was Homework First the ultimate solution to Nintenditis? Learn the story behind the first parental control system for video games. ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#HomeworkFirst #NES #GamingHistorian
The Story of Mega Man on DOS Gaming Historian 2020-10-31 | Get Honey for FREE today▸ http://joinhoney.com/gaminghistorianHoney finds coupons with the click of a button. Thanks Honey for sponsoring The Story of Mega Man on DOS!In 1990, Capcom released Mega Man...on DOS? It's certainly a strange game when compared to the NES titles. But it was made by one man, Stephen Rozner, in his spare time. You could argue it was a fan game that Capcom cashed in on. And if you can believe it, Rozner and his brother made a sequel too! Learn the history of the Mega Man DOS games and the developers behind them. ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#MegaMan #GamingHistorian #Capcom
Sonys 3 Biggest Mistakes Gaming Historian 2020-08-25 | Sony entered the console market in 1994 with the Playstation, and they have been a major player ever since. But they didn't get there without a few bumps in the road. Let's go over Sony's three biggest mistakes!CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction02:16 - #3: Proprietary Memory04:08 - #2: The PS3 Launch10:23 - #1: The PSN Hack▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #Sony #Playstation
The Story of Mario Paint Gaming Historian 2020-07-28 | Get the best deals while shopping online ▸ http://joinhoney.com/gaminghistorianHoney is FREE and finds coupons with the click of a button. Thanks Honey for sponsoring!In the early '90s, Nintendo faced mounting pressure to provide more educational games. Their answer was Mario Paint. Learn the story behind the game and how it changed the lives of 3 creative individuals.CHAPTERSIntro - 00:00Part 1: Mario Paint - 03:03Part 2: Mario Artist - 28:20Part 3: Legacy - 32:32▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#MarioPaint #GamingHistorian #Nintendo
Crusader of Centy: SEGAs Zelda Clone Gaming Historian 2020-05-11 | In 1994, Sega launched the Mega Role-Playing Project to compete with Nintendo's RPG lineup. The first game from the project was Crusader of Centy, a Zelda clone! The game was called Shin Soseiki: Ragnacenty in Japan and Soleil in Europe. Learn more about its creation and legacy.▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #CrusaderOfCenty #SEGA
Awesome Possum: Tengens Failed Mascot Gaming Historian 2020-04-08 | In 1993, Tengen wanted their own Mario or Sonic. They created Awesome Possum. On the surface, it's nothing special. But behind the game is a story about climate change, possums, and a ridiculous lawsuit.CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:14 - Awesome Possum14:21 - The Not-So-Awesome Lawsuit▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#AwesomePossum #GamingHistorian #SEGA
What Facts Did I Get Wrong? Gaming Historian 2020-02-13 | Let's take a look back into the past...my past! In this video, I find 5 errors in my old episodes, offer corrections, and analyze what went wrong. CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction02:54 - Steve Mayer Co-Founded Atari05:41 - Space Invaders Caused a Coin Shortage07:14 - Nintendo of America & RadarScope08:35 - Donkey Kong Inspired by Popeye10:00 - Inafune is the 'Father' of Mega Man12:37 - ConclusionCharles Paradis article on Space Invaders - https://www.academia.edu/3672374/Insert_Coin_to_Play_Space_Invaders_and_the_100_Yen_Myth▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #VideoGameHistory #NormWasWrong
The Story of Super Mario Bros. 3 Gaming Historian 2019-12-18 | A documentary about the creation of Super Mario Bros. 3, the unparalleled hype surrounding its release, and why it's considered one of the greatest games of all time.CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:19 - Part 1: The Ultimate Mario24:21 - Part 2: The Hype38:13 - Part 3: The Greatest45:59 - End Credits▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#SuperMarioBros3 #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
Pocket Sonar: Find Fish With a Game Boy! Gaming Historian 2019-10-08 | Have you ever wanted to find fish with your Game Boy? Now you can with the Pocket Sonar! Released only in Japan in 1998, Bandai's "Gyogun Tanchiki: Pocket Sonar", aka Fish Finder: Pocket Sonar, hooked up to your Game Boy and contained a fish sonar, fish encyclopedia, and even a fishing mini-game! ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GameBoy #PocketSonar #GamingHistorian
When a 9-Year-Old Sued Nintendo Gaming Historian 2019-09-04 | In 1989, Clark Thiemann was excited to play his brand new NES game, LJN's Major League Baseball. But when he started playing, his favorite MLB superstars weren't in the game. So what did he do? He sued Nintendo, LJN, & Major League Baseball.▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#LJN #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
The Hot Stik: Motion Controls on the NES Gaming Historian 2019-06-18 | Remember the video on the NES Hot Seat? I thought it was the only product Power to the 10th Inc put out. Turns out I was wrong. This is the NES Hot Stik, a motion-controlled joystick! Does it work? Will it poison you with mercury? Find out more!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#MotionControls #NES #GamingHistorian
The Story of Zelda: Links Awakening Gaming Historian 2019-05-30 | Go to expressvpn.com/gaminghistorian, to take back your Internet privacy TODAY and find out how you can get 3 months free.Learn the complete history of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening. What began as an after-hours passion project turned into one of the greatest Zelda games of all time. Learn how the development team at Nintendo went outside the box and created The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening! CORRECTIONS- The total # of units sold between both versions is somewhere around 6 million▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Zelda #GameBoy #GamingHistorian
The NES Hot Seat: A Chair Controller Gaming Historian 2019-04-23 | In 1990, Power to the 10th Inc. introduced "The Hot Seat" for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It was a small seat that used body motion to control the game! How did it work? DOES it work? Learn more on this episode of The Gaming Historian!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#NES #HotSeat #GamingHistorian
Sonics Secret Genesis Games Gaming Historian 2019-03-28 | This video was sponsored by LastPass. Check out LastPass here: http://bit.ly/2JvSSLZSonic the Hedgehog is Sega's flagship character. He is in a ton of games, including some that might not be so obvious. Let's find all of the games Sonic is secretly hiding in on the Sega Genesis!CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction02:21 - Sports Talk Baseball03:10 - Shining Force II03:42 - Crusader of Centy04:24 - Art Alive!04:54 - Ultimate Soccer05:21 - Joe Montana II Sports Talk Football06:24 - Sega Channel06:58 - Wimbledon Championship Tennis07:36 - OutRunners08:03 - Super Monaco GP II08:55 - BONUS: Game Gear Games▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Sonic #Sega #GamingHistorian
The Story of the Aladdin Deck Enhancer Gaming Historian 2019-02-21 | Learn about the history of a unique NES accessory, the Aladdin Deck Enhancer! In the early 90's, the 16-bit war between Sega and Nintendo was heating up. But one company was thinking about the past: Camerica. In January of 1993, they announced the Aladdin Deck Enhancer, a device for your 8-bit NES that played proprietary compact cartridges. Why? Watch the video to find out!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#AladdinDeckEnhancer #NES #GamingHistorian
The Story of the Super Mario Land Series Gaming Historian 2019-01-23 | The Super Mario Land series was Nintendo's attempt at bringing the Super Mario franchise to the Game Boy. But it was also the first time Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto would not be involved. Learn all about the history of this series and the impact it has left on the Mario franchise!CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction00:59 - Super Mario Land10:16 - Super Mario Land 217:57 - Wario Land: Super Mario Land 322:02 - Virtual Boy Mario Land▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#SuperMarioLand #GameBoy #GamingHistorian
The Story of Punch-Out!! Gaming Historian 2018-12-04 | A documentary detailing the complete history of Nintendo's Punch-Out!! video game series. In 1983, Nintendo had a problem: They had too many arcade monitors. Rather than toss them, they made a new game that could use 2 monitors. That game was Punch-Out!!, one of Nintendo's most beloved franchises. CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:19 - Round 1: Knock-Out17:10 - Round 2: Spin-offs19:19 - Round 3: Iron Mike31:12 - Round 4: The Mystery of Power Punch II33:53 - Round 5: Super Punch-Out37:42 - Round 6: Return of the Mac▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #PunchOut #Nintendo
When Nike Sued SEGA Gaming Historian 2018-09-25 | Go to http://audible.com/gaminghistorian or text ‘gaminghistorian’ to 500 500 to get one free audiobook & a 30 day free trial!In 2002, Sega was promoting their newest release, NBA 2K2. But things came to a screeching halt when Nike sued them for copyright infringement. Learn all about this little-known case between Nike and Sega!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Sega #Nike #GamingHistorian
The Story of Spyro the Dragon Gaming Historian 2018-08-17 | Learn about the history of Spyro the Dragon and it's developer, Insomniac Games. Spyro the Dragon was one of the first, open-world 3D platformers on the Playstation. Sony hoped it would help them compete against Nintendo's family-friendly games. It did that and so much more. CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:56 - Insomniac Games06:30 - Spyro the Dragon16:24 - Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage21:00 - Spyro 3: Year of the Dragon25:03 - Conclusion▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Spyro #Playstation #GamingHistorian
Hudson & Nintendos Obscure PC Games Gaming Historian 2018-06-29 | Did you know Hudson Soft ported several popular Nintendo games to Japanese PCs? Back in 1984, Nintendo gave Hudson permission to not only port over old titles, but create new ones as well. In this episode of The Gaming Historian, we'll go over all of them!CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Excitebike02:28 - Ice Climber03:12 - Golf03:51 - Tennis04:30 - Balloon Fight05:30 - Mario Bros. Special06:47 - Punch Ball Mario Bros.07:49 - Donkey Kong 3: Dai Gyakushū09:11 - Super Mario Bros. Special▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Hudson #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
The Story of the SEGA 32X Gaming Historian 2018-05-31 | Join the Club for only $5 - http://www.dollarshaveclub.com/gaminghistorianThanks to our sponsor Dollar Shave Club, new members get their 1st month of the Daily Essentials Starter Set including trial-sized versions of their Body Cleanser, One Wipe Charlies’ Butt Wipes, and Shave Butter along with their Executive Razor for ONLY $5 with FREE shippingGaming Historian provides a history of the SEGA 32X. In an effort to stay ahead of the game, SEGA released the 32X in late 1994. It was an add-on that transformed the Genesis from 16-bit to 32-bit. SEGA pitched it as a cheaper alternative to the upcoming next-gen systems. But in less than a year, it was forgotten. The 32X damaged SEGA's reputation with developers and consumers. Learn all about it!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Sega #32X #GamingHistorian
Unlicensed Game Boy Players Gaming Historian 2018-04-27 | I've talked about the Super Game Boy, Super Game Boy 2, and the Game Boy Player. But now let's dive into 3rd party devices that played Game Boy games on your television! This episodes talks about the GB Hunter, Super GB Booster, Advanced Game Port, and the GBA TV Converter.▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GameBoy #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
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The Story of R.O.B. the Robot Gaming Historian 2018-03-16 | In 1984, Nintendo made plans to bring their Famicom console to North America. There was just one big problem: Stores wanted nothing to do with video games. Learn how a small robot helped save the video game industry and made Nintendo a household name.▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Nintendo #NES #GamingHistorian
The Story of Tetris Gaming Historian 2018-02-02 | In 1984, during the Cold War, a Russian programmer named Alexey Pajitnov created something special: A puzzle game called Tetris. It soon gained a cult following within the Soviet Union. A battle for the rights to publish Tetris erupted when the game crossed the Iron Curtain. Tetris not only took the video game industry by storm, but it also helped break the boundaries between the United States and the Soviet Union. CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction01:49 - Part 1: Pajitnov10:03 - Part 2: Into the West17:19 - Part 3: The Red Box23:50 - Part 4: Enter Nintendo33:38 - Part 5: Capitalism44:12 - Part 6: Endgame55:38 - End CreditsCorrections:In 1995, AcademySoft and Elorg's license to Tetris expired but Elorg had filed copyright and trademark registrations for Tetris around the world and claimed it controlled the rights to Tetris. Henk Rogers founded Blue Planet Software and partnered with Alexey Pajitnov. In 1996, Blue Planet Software and Elorg (through an affiliate) formed The Tetris Company, LLC to serve as the exclusive licensor of Tetris so that the Tetris brand could continue to be commercialized. Over 425 million copies of Tetris have been sold on the mobile platform alone.Henk and Alexey founded Tetris Holding and in 2005 acquired Elorg and all of its assets for $15 million.End Credits Music by Andrew Lippens - store.cdbaby.com/cd/andrewlippens2Telex machine footage - youtube.com/watch?v=9nHfztP9QqsOriginal Tetris footage provided by Sergei Frolov - youtube.com/watch?v=O0gAgQQHFcQ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Tetris #Nintendo #GamingHistorian
SEGA Pods: A Motion-Detecting Toy Gaming Historian 2017-12-15 | SEGA was one of the biggest video game companies in the 90's, but did you know they dabbled in toys too? Let's take a look at SEGA Pods, a motion-detecting game very similar to Simon!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com
SEGAs 3 Biggest Mistakes Gaming Historian 2017-12-01 | Sega saw a meteoric rise in the video game market share during the early 90's. By 2001, they were no longer making hardware. How can you fall so hard, so fast? Let's take a look at Sega's 3 Biggest Mistakes!E3 1995 video provided by Anthony Parisi - youtu.be/Op5EkC7GbxQ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Sega #GamingHistorian #3BiggestMistakes
Before Apple: Steve Jobs at Atari Gaming Historian 2017-09-08 | Before Steve Jobs changed the world of technology at Apple, he was just a college dropout looking for a job. He ended up at a new startup video game company, Atari, where he worked on one of their most popular titles. Some arcade footage provided by Old Classic Retro Gaming: youtube.com/channel/UCwPuDKd7DGdQTB8inKcyPNw▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Apple #Atari #GamingHistorian
The Story of the Konami Code Gaming Historian 2017-08-18 | Learn the origins of the most famous cheat code of all time: The Konami Code!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#KonamiCode #Konami #GamingHistorian
Game Boy Player: The Best Way to Play Game Boy on a TV Gaming Historian 2017-08-04 | In 2003, Nintendo released the follow-up to the Super Game Boy, the Game Boy Player. A device for the Gamecube, the Game Boy Player could play Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance games. Is it the best way to play Nintendo handheld games on your television? ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Nintendo #GameBoy #GamingHistorian
Game Factory: SEGA & Blockbusters On-Demand Game Rentals Gaming Historian 2017-07-14 | Back in the 90's, Blockbuster had two big problems. They knew their business model wouldn't last forever, and customers couldn't rent what they wanted due to inventory issues. The solution? On-demand kiosks. They tested this new technology on video games, and Game Factory was born. But it didn't last very long. Learn the story. ▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#SEGA #Blockbuster #GamingHistorian
The Legend of Polybius Gaming Historian 2017-06-15 | Gaming Historian attempts to uncover the truth about Polybius, one of the first video game urban legends. Allegedly, the game was made by the government as an experiment to recruit soldiers and brainwash kids. Is it all false? Or are there some kernels of truth?Cat DeSpira's article: retrobitch.wordpress.com/2015/10/29/reinvestigating-polybius-with-2015-update▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Polybius #GamingHistorian #UrbanLegends
The Story of Super Mario RPG Gaming Historian 2017-05-13 | In 1996, powerhouse developers Square & Nintendo teamed up and released Super Mario RPG. While the concept puzzled a few people, the game became a classic. Learn the history of the game and how it came to be!V-Jump '95 footage archived by OKeijiDragon - youtube.com/watch?v=E2rVWOhDZRUSuper Mario RPG 2 trailer archived by Unseen64 - youtube.com/watch?v=yNW6X-D8Jw8▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#GamingHistorian #Nintendo #SuperMarioRPG
Who Invented the D-Pad? Gaming Historian 2017-04-28 | The D-Pad is an industry standard in controller design. Who invented it? How does it work? Why is it in just about every video game controller? Is every D-Pad the same? Find out!▶️ Subscribe | youtube.com/gaminghistorian?sub_confirmation=1Follow Gaming Historian:🐦 Twitter | twitter.com/gaminghistorian💻 Facebook | facebook.com/gaminghistorian🕹️ Twitch | twitch.tv/gaminghistorian📷 Instagram | instagram.com/gaminghistorianFor a list of sources, visit thegaminghistorian.com#Nintendo #GamingHistorian #Controller
TOAD IS DEAD?!? NINTENDO EXPOSED - NORMOGATARI! (April Fools 2017) Gaming Historian 2017-04-01 | Apparently some of you thought I wasn't "funny" in my last episode. Fine then, let's get serious. DEADLY SERIOUS.► New viewer? Subscribe! http://goo.gl/WCIhMQ► Facebook & Twitter:http://www.facebook.com/gaminghistorianhttp://www.twitter.com/gaminghistorian► Questions / Comments?http://www.thegaminghistorian.com
