Business Wars Xbox vs Playstation (REMIX) | The Console Conundrum | 5
Jan 17, 2024
Tristan Donovan, author of "Replay: The History of Video Games," joins to discuss the dramatic history of the PlayStation and Xbox rivalry. He reveals how a failed partnership between Sony and Nintendo could have dramatically altered the gaming landscape. Listeners will be intrigued by the nostalgia of gaming, the evolution of consoles, and the seismic shift toward mobile gaming. Donovan also explores Nintendo's lasting legacy and the potential pathways that could have changed today's market dynamics. Get ready for a gripping dive into gaming history!
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Nintendo's Betrayal
- Nintendo betrayed Sony at the 1991 Consumer Electronics Show.
- They announced a partnership with Philips instead of Sony, shocking the gaming world.
Reasons for Partnership Failure
- The failed partnership between Nintendo and Sony stemmed from disagreements over money and control.
- Nintendo also grew paranoid about Sony's increasing interest and knowledge of video games.
Kutaragi's Vision
- Ken Kutaragi, the "grandfather of the PlayStation," pushed Sony into video games.
- He convinced Sony's president to compete with Nintendo as a revenge project after the betrayal.
