Byte by Byte: Evolution of Storage Mediums

Take a whirlwind tour through video game storage evolution! We’ll zip from paper tape beginnings to ROM cartridges, where classic games sparked joy and, occasionally, required a bit of cartridge-blowing to work.

everywhere you go: history of game boy

From its groundbreaking debut in the late 1980s to its enduring legacy, we uncover how the Game Boy became a cherished video game icon for generations of gamers.

ctrl + alt + defeat: e-sports dominations

From early champions to the dazzling arenas of today, we explore the evolution of gaming tournaments, including legendary events like the Intergalactic Spacewar Olympics.

Objection!: Legally gaming

Uncover the legal maze within the gaming world! From copyright clashes to virtual property rights, we explore how law shapes games.

We Think Differently!: Video Games & Neurodiversity

Join Gaming History Club as we celebrate the diverse abilities of neurodiverse individuals in the gaming community and gaming’s power to create a sense of belonging.

Epic E3 Escapades

E3 was the hottest event in video games for more than two decades, find out how E3 was born, what made it special even when the vast majority of video gamers only saw it through the eyes of their favourite magazines and websites, and why it was laid to rest.

Valentine’s special: player 2 press start

Join us as we play through the history of Co-Op Games!

Step into the rhythm

Discover the funky rich history of rhythm games, and dance with us to this ecstatic genre that has brought wildly colourful unique artistic flair to the gaming world.

Fatality: violence in video games

Trigger Warning – Use of words describing violence

Discover the controversies, the pixelated bloodshed, and the hilarious debates that shaped the virtual battlegrounds we know today.

the birth of home console

In this episode we uncover Ralph H Baer’s journey to creating the world’s first home video game console: The Magnavox Odyssey.

what happened?!
2023 edition

Tune in to this special episode of Gaming History Club where JP, Gaby and a special guest: Bradders recap the good, the bad and the weird of what happened in gaming in 2023!

play for all: accessibility in video games

To celebrate and support the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we investigate the story behind accessibility in video games.

2d to 3d: a new dimension

Join us as we find out how young aspiring gaming developers created the very first “3D” Games.

who plays
video games?

Discover the new normal as we myth-bust old video game stereotypes and find the reasons behind gaming becoming a part of more than 3 billion people’s lives.

chit-chat: realistic cities

Join us on a virtual tour of the most astonishingly realistic cities in the world of gaming. In this episode of Gaming History Club we dig into our 5 top picks of most realistic cities in video games (in our humble opinion).

Up Up – Down Down: Journey of Cheat Codes

Join us on this episode of Gaming History Club as we bunny hop through the history of cheating in games. We uncover why cheat codes were left in games, crack open some easter eggs and ponder when it’s okay to cheat.

Special: Roots of Nintendo

In this episode of Gaming History Club, we discover the long history of Nintendo. From the humble beginnings of hanafuda cards to the home video consoles that shaped our childhood, we’ll dive into the company’s evolution, celebrating the power-ups and facing the boss battles of their remarkable legacy. So grab your power gloves and warp pipes because it’s-a Nintendo history lesson you don’t want to miss!

Don’t Speed!: Racing Games History

Join us in this high-octane episode of Gaming History Club as we rev up the engines and take you on a thrilling journey through the history of racing video games. From yacht racing to the hyper-realistic simulations, discover how these games have evolved over the years, pushing the boundaries of speed and excitement. Buckle up and get ready for a nostalgia-filled ride through the twists and turns of gaming’s fastest genre!

Point, Click, Play!: The Full Story

In this episode of Gaming History Club we embark on a nostalgic expedition, tracing the origins of the beloved point & click genre and how it reshaped interactive storytelling. Starting from the early text-based adventures to the full motion video masterpieces of the ’90s, we’ll unravel the evolution of gameplay mechanics, artistry, and narrative innovation that defined a generation of gamers.

Coin-Op Glory: Arcade’s Golden Era

Join us for a thrilling ride back to the glorious era of neon lights, quarter battles, and pixelated excitement in our latest podcast episode. From Pac-Man’s gobbling frenzy to Donkey Kong’s barrel-jumping challenges. Get ready to reminisce about high scores and crowded arcades. JP & Gaby geek out on the classics, share behind-the-screen stories, and reveal the secret sauce that made these games timeless treasures.

Birth of Arcade Video Games

Get ready for an exhilarating journey through the fascinating world where the creation of the atomic bomb intertwines with the birth of the very first video game arcade cabinet!