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.  

Children of the 80s

Lindsay Butler

The Christmas That Saved Video Games

DEC 24, 202577 MIN
Children of the 80s

The Christmas That Saved Video Games

DEC 24, 202577 MIN

Description

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.