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Video Game History Hour

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Industry expert Frank Cifaldi, Executive Director of the Video Game History Foundation, brings on fellow content creators, game developers, video game historians, and storytellers to teach us a little bit about video game history. Our casual, “chatting over coffee” style interviews let us see the true life of a researcher: bang-your-head-against-a-wall dead-ends, “I can’t believe no one’s told thi... more

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Host Frank Cifaldi is joined by documentarian, historian, hacker, and all around cool guy SynaMax to talk about their documentary Resurrecting Sinistar: A Cyber-Archaeology Documentary. The 1983 top-down space shooter arcade game’s unique 49-way joys... more

We’re joined by pioneer video game historian Leonard Herman, author and publisher of several video game history books including the first comprehensive book chronicling the history of the videogame industry, Phoenix: The Fall & Rise of Home Videogame... more

Host Phil Salvador is joined by Derek Alexander, of the YouTube channel Stop Skeletons From Fighting, and Zarithya, of the YouTube channel Zarithya, to talk about the fan-restored 16-player mode for the 1991 Game Boy game Faceball 2000 as laid out in... more

Frank Cifaldi and guest-host Kate Willaert (of A Critical Hit) are joined by Marylou Badeaux to discuss the history of the vitally important Computer Entertainer, also known as The Video Game Update: a monthly newsletter which covered video game avai... more

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Recent Guests

Lawrence Schick
Veteran video game designer with decades of experience in the industry
Episode: Episode 135: Baldur’s Gate 3’s Lawrence Schick and His Decades of Work in Game Development
Dave Carter
Video Game Archivist and Comics Librarian at the University of Michigan Libraries
University of Michigan Libraries
Episode: Episode 134: Preservation Work Inside the University of Michigan Library Computer and Video Game Archive
Colleen Barrett
Rare Books Librarian at the University of Kentucky, Lexington.
University of Kentucky
Episode: Episode 134: Preservation Work Inside the University of Michigan Library Computer and Video Game Archive
Jez San
Co-founder of Argonaut Games
Argonaut Games
Episode: Episode 132: Croc Remaster
Jason Smith
Lead animator at Argonaut and lead animator on the original Croc
Argonaut Games
Episode: Episode 132: Croc Remaster
Mike Arkin
Co-founder of the new Argonaut Games
Argonaut Games
Episode: Episode 132: Croc Remaster
Mark Flitman
Semi-retired video game and toy producer who has authored an autobiography.
Episode: Episode 131: Flitman Collection
Michelle Flitman
Daughter of Mark Flitman, who helped connect her father's collection with the Video Game History Foundation.
Episode: Episode 131: Flitman Collection
Chloe Appleby
Games Curator at the Powerhouse Museum
Powerhouse Museum
Episode: Episode 129: Powerhouse Chloe Appleby

Hosts

Frank Cifaldi
Co-host and Executive Director of the Video Game History Foundation with a passion for video game preservation and history.
Phil Salvador
Library Director at the Video Game History Foundation, specializing in video game history and preservation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 342 ratings
  • Love this show! I look forward to it!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Luther Bob
    3 months ago
  • Incredibly interesting and entertaining. If you love old video games and the whole shebang behind their production and preservation, you'll love this.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JonPQ
    2 years ago
  • Great content

    Really enjoyable. Frank is a fascinating individual who is knowledgeable and interesting. He gives of the vibes of someone with a pack of cigarettes rolled up into his sleeves that plays old punk and rock vinyl while waxing the woes of the system.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baradale
    United States2 years ago
  • Kelsey and Frank know their history

    And it shows! Delightful and informative, with cool guests and awesome topics like the N-Gage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weewaw
    United States2 years ago
  • Lovely Show!

    Frank and his Team share details on their work and what the VGH Foundation is all about. Lovely people and very entertaining and of course informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    O_Vitali
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, the show is recognized for its informative and entertaining approach to video game history.

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Episode 140: The 49 Ways of Sinistar
Q: What unique experiences did you have while making the documentary about Sinistar?
Siminax shares that he felt a deep connection to the game's development and enjoyed the collaborative efforts of meeting the original developers at a panel.
Episode 135: Baldur’s Gate 3’s Lawrence Schick and His Decades of Work in Game Development
Q: What do you think that video games in particular could learn from the other mediums that you work in that they just haven't yet?
Video games struggle to convey the depth and nuance of human interrelations. The challenge lies in maintaining player agency amid thousands of permutations, which is crucial for engaging storytelling.
Episode 125: ROMchip, What’s Next?
Q: How does it feel to have been running something long enough that some are referring to it as the leading journal of game history?
It feels astounding and validating; they've made a significant impact in a short time, and this is reflected in the success of community support and engagement.
Episode 125: ROMchip, What’s Next?
Q: Why did the world need a game history journal specifically?
The founders sought a dedicated space for discussing and advancing game history, which was not being adequately covered in existing journals.
Episode 123: GamePro Magazine Collection
Q: What was a game you got your hands on early that made you go, oh my God?
The game I remember being ecstatic about was Mortal Kombat 2 for Genesis. I was lucky to borrow it for review.

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Focuses on the rich history and preservation of video games through engaging conversations with industry experts, including historians, developers, and content creators. The informal format features intriguing stories, challenges faced in research, and insights into lesser-known aspects of gaming history. Topics range from significant archival projects to personal anecdotes from influential figures in the gaming industry, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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1. Lawrence Schick
2. Dave Carter
3. Colleen Barrett
4. Jez San
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7. Mark Flitman
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