Space Invaders (1978)

from The Arcade - Deep Dive · host Christian Heinke

Zap into gaming history as we explore the alien invasion that changed everything! Join us for a deep dive into Space Invaders, the 1978 arcade phenomenon that didn't just eat quarters - it revolutionized gaming. From Tokyo tech wizard Tomohiro Nishikado's groundbreaking design to the global coin shortage it caused, discover how a simple shoot-em-up launched video games into the stratosphere. Ready player one?

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