In 1985, video games were considered dead. In this episode, we look at <b>why the Nintendo Entertainment System wasn’t just another console</b>, but a carefully designed comeback plan. We revisit the chaos of the pre-NES era, the loss of trust after Atari’s collapse, and how Nintendo rebuilt confidence with the Seal of Quality, smart marketing, and games that actually delivered.<br /><br />Stick around until the very end of the episode for a little Easter egg, er, Christmas present from us.