The Gaming Historian is a documentary series all about the history of video games.
Where to Watch Season 2009
10 Episodes
NES 2 Top Loader (old version)
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NES 2 Top Loader (old version)Gaming Historian takes a look at the second model of the Nintendo, the NES 2, also known as the 'top loader'. What is this console and why was it largely forgotten?
This was the very first episode of Gaming Historian, from 2008!
History of Donkey Kong
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History of Donkey KongGaming Historian looks at the history of Donkey Kong, the game that gave Nintendo a footprint in the US video game market and introduced everyone's favorite plumber, Mario (known as Jumpman back in the day!)
DexDrive
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DexDriveGaming Historian takes a look at the DexDrive, an interesting peripheral for the Playstation and Nintendo 64 that inspired a whole new way of gaming. Before internet connectivity on consoles and DLC, the DexDrive allowed you to share data on your memory cards!
History of Mega Man
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History of Mega ManGaming Historian takes a look at the history of Mega Man, the blue bomber that launched Capcom into console gaming.
Sega Dreamcast (Part 1)
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Sega Dreamcast (Part 1)The Gaming Historian takes a look at the history of the last console released by SEGA, the Dreamcast. Part 2 was removed from YouTube due to copyright. Parts 1 and 2 are available as one episode with S2014E03.
The Video Game Crash of 1983
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The Video Game Crash of 1983Gaming Historian takes a look at the Video Game Crash of 1983, also known as the North American Video Game Crash of 1983. What was it and why did it happen?
Super Nintendo SNES 2 (Model SNS-101)
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Super Nintendo SNES 2 (Model SNS-101)The Gaming Historian takes a look at the SNES 2 model SNS-101, an updated version of the Super Nintendo. This console was smaller and lighter than the original, but was it worth it?
History of Kirby
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History of KirbyGaming Historian takes a look at the history of Kirby. Created by Masahiro Sakurai with the intentions of becoming a simple game for all ages, Kirby has become a staple Nintendo character.
Halloween Special
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Halloween SpecialThe Gaming Historian uncovers some frightening games, including 3D Monster Maze and Resident Evil.
History of Sonic The Hedgehog (Part 1)
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History of Sonic The Hedgehog (Part 1)Gaming Historian takes a look at the history of Sonic the Hedgehog! Part 1 covers his beginnings as a napkin drawing through his first game on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive.
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