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The Worst Video Game Ever
99% Invisible
The Atari Legend Unearthed
This chapter explores the infamous story of Atari's E.T. video game, which was so poorly received that unsold cartridges were allegedly buried in the New Mexico desert. Listeners are taken on a vivid journey as a crowd gathers for the excavation, revealing 1,178 cartridges and prompting reflections on the rise and fall of Atari. The narrative also dives into the intense development process of the game amidst unrealistic deadlines and corporate hubris, capturing the cultural significance of this gaming phenomenon.
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