

Game Preservation with Digital Eclipse's Mike Mika
Jun 10, 2024
Mike Mika, a legendary game developer from Digital Eclipse, dives into the heart of gaming's past and future. He reminisces about crafting his first game on a Commodore 64 and the profound impact Atari had on his career. Mika passionately discusses the significance of game preservation, not just for nostalgia, but as a way to share human stories behind beloved titles. He also contrasts the creative freedoms of yesteryears with today's corporate constraints, praising the collaborative spirit that continues to drive innovation in game design.
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Intro
00:00 • 1min
Nostalgia and Creativity: A Childhood in Michigan
01:30 • 13min
Nostalgic Encounters with Space Invaders
14:33 • 3min
The Roots of Game Development
17:39 • 26min
The Playful Spirit of Game Development
44:05 • 2min
Nostalgia and Innovation in Game Design
46:15 • 7min
Reviving Game Legacy
53:30 • 26min
The Burden of Business in Game Development
01:19:40 • 3min