Evolution of Gaming Controllers (Part One)
In part one we explore gaming controllers from the super innovative early days of the first home video game console prototype ("Brown Box") to the rise of iconic D-pads. It wasn't all good though, we ...
28 Elo 202445min
Beyond the Fun: Gaming’s Positive Impact
Celebrate Gaming History Club's 1-year anniversary with us! 🎉 In this special episode, we're diving into the surprising benefits of playing video games. From boosting your brainpower to levelling up ...
14 Elo 202429min
Time to reflect on digital mirrors
In this episode we explore the different techniques developers use to create realistic and immersive reflections in video games. We'll break down the various methods, including twin mirrors, planar re...
31 Heinä 202423min
Chit-Chat: Top Cryptic Puzzles
In this chit-chat episode, we take a more laid back approach, have some fun, and discuss some of the most infuriating, cryptic riddles and puzzles in video games, picked personally by Gaming History C...
17 Heinä 202428min
Insert Coin to Continue: History of Microtransactions
Gaming History Club discusses how in-game purchases have transformed the industry, the different types of microtransactions, and their impact on player 1.Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to...
3 Heinä 202435min
The Mind of the Machine: AI in Video Games
In this episode, we explore the history of artificial intelligence in video games, from its early days to its pivotal role in modern gaming. Discover how AI powers NPC behaviour, creating immersive an...
19 Kesä 202437min
Pixel Pride: Spotlight on LGBTQ+ In Gaming
It's Pride Time!Find out how representation of the LGBTQ+ community has changed since gaming's heteronormative beginnings, to becoming more inclusive. We look at some of the firsts, some of the uglies...
5 Kesä 202427min
Skybound: Story of Microsoft Flight Simulator
Join us as we discover how Flight Simulator's humble beginnings have led it to the soaring heights of cutting-edge graphics and simulation, how a still small company from Redmond (Microsoft!) acquired...
22 Touko 202428min
