Episode 43

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12th Mar 2025

Japan’s Timeless Mark on Video Games

Japan is not only the land of the rising sun, it is also the land that pioneered essential elements to video games without which they would just not be the same today. In this episode we try to give an overview of just how much Japan has influenced video games, spoiler alert: it's a lot!

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Sources:

Chris Kohler - Power-Up How Japanese Video Games Gave the World an Extra Life

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About the Podcast

Gaming History Club
Welcome to the Gaming History Club, a podcast dedicated to exploring the rich and diverse history of video games with a peculiarly passionate gamer couple, JP & Gaby.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating stories behind the evolution and cultural impact of video games, from the early days of arcade classics to the modern era of triple A titles.

New episodes will be released every second Wednesday. For more information or to get in touch, please visit us at www.GamingHistory.Club

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