9. Season 2, Episode 5: Gaming Consoles...A History

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The ESPORTS In Education Podcast

Sun City ESPORTS

14 episodes

2 weeks ago

The ESPORTS In Education podcast was created for educators and parents of students in Pre K through College. Perhaps you have heard of ESPORTS during small talk, or in the news or your grandchildren, child, neighbors and students. The gaming industry can stem into so many pathways for students. Join us as as we venture into gaming in education and see where it can take you, your child and your ESPORTS program.

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9. Season 2, Episode 5: Gaming Consoles...A History

The ESPORTS In Education Podcast

1 hour 16 minutes 30 seconds

1 year ago

9. Season 2, Episode 5: Gaming Consoles...A History

Summary

In this episode, Mario and Erick discuss the timeline of different consoles released since the 1970s. They start with the Magnavox Odyssey, the first gaming console released in 1972, and then move on to the Home Pong, Atari 2600, and Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). They also talk about the Sega Genesis, Game Boy, Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), and Sony PlayStation. They share their personal experiences with these consoles and discuss their impact on the video game industry. The conversation methodically reviews the evolution of gaming consoles, covering the Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation 1, Nintendo 64, Sega Saturn, PlayStation 2, Xbox, PlayStation 3, and Nintendo Wii. The Nintendo 3DS introduced 3D gaming without the need for glasses and was backwards compatible with the DS. The PlayStation 1 and Nintendo 64 were competitors, with the PS1 dominating the market. The PlayStation 2 was a revolutionary console with a built-in DVD player and backward compatibility. The Xbox introduced online play and the infamous red ring of death. The PlayStation 3 featured Blu-ray technology and iconic games like God of War and Uncharted. The Nintendo Wii brought motion-controlled gaming and backward compatibility with GameCube games. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various gaming consoles, including the PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. They highlight the advancements in graphics, processing power, and features of each console. The hosts also share their favorite games and experiences with these consoles. They touch on the nostalgia factor of classic games like Centipede and discuss the importance of inclusivity in the gaming industry. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the evolution of gaming consoles and the impact they have had on the gaming community.