The History of Video Games
Wes
A chronological play through of video games
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1976 - Colossal Cave Adventure
The History of Video Games
02/12/20 • 86 min
The biggest computer game of the year is here at last! Will Colossal Cave Adventure live up to the hype or push Wes over the edge?! PS - I forgot to actually say the name of the Mac Oglesby Game. It's called Watchman, srry bout that! - Ben Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?
02/12/20 • 86 min
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1975 - The First Game With Human Vs Human Violence!
The History of Video Games
10/09/19 • 73 min
Today we talk about one of the most important games to comes out in 1975 - Western Gun! We also talk PMC Electronics, Atari, and the Magnavox's latest console release! Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
10/09/19 • 73 min
1974 - The First Game With Scrolling Graphics
The History of Video Games
08/28/19 • 72 min
What a turnaround! This episode is absolutely packed with amazing games that were all released in the Fall of 1974. Grab some popcorn and break out the retro. Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
08/28/19 • 72 min
1975 - Time to Race!
The History of Video Games
09/18/19 • 63 min
In this episode we cover a bunch of racing games that all come out around the same time in 1975. Some have 8 player support, some have A.I. and some make Wes feel like he's a terrible driver! Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
09/18/19 • 63 min
1975 - The Return of the Odyssey!
The History of Video Games
09/11/19 • 73 min
Welcome home old friend! Our favorite console from 1972 is back three years later slimmer and faster then ever. We also talk about our favorite games of 1974 and some other assorted early 75' titles. Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
09/11/19 • 73 min
1974 - Consoles in 1974
The History of Video Games
09/04/19 • 68 min
The end of an era! Our last 1974 episode. Join us as we talk consoles and take a look back at some of our favorite and least favorite games from the podcast so far! Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
09/04/19 • 68 min
1975 - A Chicago Coin Surprise
The History of Video Games
10/02/19 • 69 min
Woah, did Chicago Coin really make an original game? Find out and learn more about an Atari prototype called Crossfire as well as Meadows Games' next hit! Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
10/02/19 • 69 min
1974 - The Lame Duck Episode
The History of Video Games
08/21/19 • 60 min
This is a bit of a different one, as we get to a drought of good games here in the middle of 1974. We take the time to trash a couple of bad games and then run through over 20 honorable mentions! (The most notable game in this episode is probably Gran Trak 20 from Atari) Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Special Topic Resource - http://allincolorforaquarter.blogspot.com/2013/05/the-ultimate-so-far-history-of-exidy_24.html Can you guess this week's transition music?!
08/21/19 • 60 min
1974 - First FPS Game
The History of Video Games
08/14/19 • 66 min
Oh boy this one might be a little bit of a controversial, but just enjoy the ride and experience some great games with us on this episode! Except for one, you know who you are! Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
08/14/19 • 66 min
1975 - The First Dungeon Crawler
The History of Video Games
10/23/19 • 74 min
Probably my most anticipated game of 1975 gets released this week - Pedit5, and oh boy does it live up to the hype! Also, sharks and horses - what do they have in common? Website - https://historyvgpodcast.wixsite.com/historyofvideogaming Twitter - https://twitter.com/HistoryofVideo1 Email - [email protected] Hosts - Ben & Wes Music - Arranged and recorded by Ben Can you guess this week's transition music?!
10/23/19 • 74 min
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How many episodes does The History of Video Games have?
The History of Video Games currently has 187 episodes available.
What topics does The History of Video Games cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on The History of Video Games?
The episode title '1976 - Colossal Cave Adventure' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The History of Video Games?
The average episode length on The History of Video Games is 72 minutes.
How often are episodes of The History of Video Games released?
Episodes of The History of Video Games are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The History of Video Games?
The first episode of The History of Video Games was released on May 29, 2019.
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