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The Console Wars — Intentionally Blank Ep. 164
Jul 24, 2024
Authors Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the history of gaming, including the rivalry between Nintendo and Sega, memories of classic video games, evolution of consoles, childhood friendships, and design challenges in gaming.
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- Transition from Nintendo to PC gaming highlighted nostalgic console wars.
- Innovative TurboGrafx-16 CD console showcased technological advancements in gaming history.
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Introduction to Console Gaming and Childhood Memories
The conversation centers on console gaming, reminiscing about childhood consoles like the original Nintendo received as a birthday gift. The speaker discusses transitioning from the Nintendo console to being a PC gamer, highlighting experiences with Sega consoles and emphasizing the nostalgia around console wars.
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