Game ChangersThe series explores the history behind the most iconic games and how they went on to influence the world of pop culture and beyond.
Nintendo's Wild Ride
Nov 5, 2024
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.
Madden Scores Big
Nov 5, 2024
Electronic Arts collaborates with coach and sports commentator John Madden to create what would become a great football video game.
Atari Takes the Lead
Nov 12, 2024
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.
When Duty Calls
Nov 19, 2024
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.
Backstabbed by Board Games
Nov 26, 2024
Monopoly, Scrabble and Operation are three iconic board games; but behind the wholesome family entertainment are surprising tales of thievery, backstabbing and lies.
World of Warcraft Goes for Gold
Dec 3, 2024
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.
Sega Sics Nintendo
Dec 10, 2024
Sega joins forces with a blue hedgehog to launch their 16-bit Genesis console.
Minecraft Builds an Empire
Dec 17, 2024
Minecraft sets players free to create their own world in a colorful, pixelated sandbox, mining, surviving and even whacking the occasional zombie or two.
