We explore how propaganda, ideology, and assumptions sneak their way into games. Sometimes loudly, and sometimes in ways you’d never expect.Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources:Can Video Games be used for Propaganda?Mindkaleidoscope Top 10 Games that deal with political issuesWe welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.ClubFacebookInstagramTheme tune created by Tom Docherty
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Bootleg History: Games
In the world of bootleg games, anything goes. Mario can spin-dash like Sonic, Ryu can throw hadoukens at Gundams, and copyright lawyers everywhere cry themselves to sleep. These strange and broken creations twisted gaming’s icons into something both illegal and unforgettable.Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources:Bootleg Games FandomAVGN - Crazy BusAVGN - Hong Kong 97We welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.ClubFacebookInstagramTheme tune created by Tom Docherty
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Bootleg History: Consoles
For some bootleg consoles are nothing but a con, but they broke barriers and spread gaming worldwide.Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources:Bootleg Games FandomWe welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.ClubFacebookInstagramTheme tune created by Tom Docherty
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History of Character Customisation
Remember the first time you spent an hour adjusting cheekbones in a game, only to put a helmet on five minutes later? Same. In this episode, we journey through the history of character customisationPlease like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. We welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.ClubFacebookInstagramTheme tune created by Tom Docherty
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Insert Disc, Add Milk
We’re cracking open boxes of cereal and dusting off some hidden gems—those weird, wild, and sometimes wonderful games that came free in your morning meal. Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources: Moby Games - Games bundled with cereal boxesHow Doom was licensed and reskinned to create Chex QuestWe welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.ClubFacebookInstagramTheme tune created by Tom Docherty
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