Gaming History Club

Unwrap the stories behind the greatest holiday launches in gaming history! From consoles that defined a generation to blockbuster titles that made the season magical, we explore how gaming shaped the…

No other game has left such a lasting legacy on game mechanics. Before iconic games like Space Invaders or consoles like the Atari 2600 even existed, Dungeons & Dragons was already shaping the future…

Video game emulation isn't just a quick nostalgia fix, it keeps games quite literally alive and serves to preserve them for future generations. Plus, we get to play old school games without having to…

Sometimes the line between the real-world, video games, and the macabre blur. In our first ever Game Lore episode, Gaming History Club tells the tale of Pale Luna.

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It's time to kick butts and chew some gum, and we're all out of gum. Gaming History Club goes through the history of First Person Shooters, we headshot all milestone games, and yes, there will be Doo…

In this episode, we dive into the stimulating world of social simulation that is The Sims franchise! Join us as we find out what led Will Wright's vision to create a "virtual dollhouse" and how the g…

In part two we continue our exciting ride through gaming controllers and find out how game console manufacturers figured out how to best allow us to move in 3D space, from the quirky renegade N64 Con…

In part one we explore gaming controllers from the super innovative early days of the first home video game console prototype ("Brown Box") to the rise of iconic D-pads. It wasn't all good though, we…

Celebrate Gaming History Club's 1-year anniversary with us! 🎉 In this special episode, we're diving into the surprising benefits of playing video games. From boosting your brainpower to levelling up …

In this episode we explore the different techniques developers use to create realistic and immersive reflections in video games. We'll break down the various methods, including twin mirrors, planar r…

In this chit-chat episode, we take a more laid back approach, have some fun, and discuss some of the most infuriating, cryptic riddles and puzzles in video games, picked personally by Gaming History …

Gaming History Club discusses how in-game purchases have transformed the industry, the different types of microtransactions, and their impact on player 1.

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In this episode, we explore the history of artificial intelligence in video games, from its early days to its pivotal role in modern gaming. Discover how AI powers NPC behaviour, creating immersive a…

It's Pride Time!

Find out how representation of the LGBTQ+ community has changed since gaming's heteronormative beginnings, to becoming more inclusive. We look at some of the firsts, some of the uglie…

Join us as we discover how Flight Simulator's humble beginnings have led it to the soaring heights of cutting-edge graphics and simulation, how a still small company from Redmond (Microsoft!) acquire…

Take a whirlwind tour through video game storage evolution! We'll zip from paper tape beginnings to ROM cartridges, where classic games sparked joy and, occasionally, required a bit of cartridge-blow…

Discover how the Game Boy ruled portable gaming and etched its name into history as the first video game console used in outer space. From its groundbreaking debut in the late 1980s to its enduring l…

Join us as we fight through the history of competitive video gaming and E-Sports in this episode. From early champions to the dazzling arenas of today, we explore the evolution of gaming tournaments,…

Uncover the legal maze within the gaming world! From copyright clashes to virtual property rights, we explore how law shapes games.

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Join Gaming History Club as we celebrate the diverse abilities of neurodiverse individuals in the gaming community and gaming's power to create a sense of belonging.

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