Game Changers

1. E1. Nintendo's Wild Ride

   Nov 5, 2024 · 42m

   From an obscure Japanese card manufacturer to the most recognizable gaming company worldwide, Nintendo's wild ride from family business to global gaming titan has lasted over 100 years, changing the game and the world.

2. E2. Madden Scores Big

   Nov 5, 2024 · 42m

   Electronic Arts collaborates with coach and sports commentator John Madden to create what would become a great football video game.

3. E3. Atari Takes the Lead

   Nov 12, 2024 · 42m

   Atari's launch of Pong in 1972 and the follow-up smash hit Pac-Man in 1980 created a whole new gaming industry -- until it all came crashing down.

4. E4. When Duty Calls

   Nov 19, 2024 · 42m

   The inception of Activision's mega-hit Call of Duty began in Hollywood, thanks to director Steven Spielberg -- but its success was due to the scrappy brilliance of a Tulsa, OK, video game company and a group of disgruntled gamers named the Gang of Four.

5. E5. Backstabbed by Board Games

   Nov 26, 2024 · 42m

   Monopoly, Scrabble and Operation are three iconic board games; but behind the wholesome family entertainment are surprising tales of thievery, backstabbing and lies.

6. E6. World of Warcraft Goes for Gold

   Dec 3, 2024 · 42m

   Brave heroes join on a quest into the vast realms of World of Warcraft; following the journey of its wise warriors, aka game developers, as they face insurmountable obstacles to collecting their gold lots and lots of gold.

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