Computer Chronicles S08E10

Computer Chronicles - S08E10: Video Game Consoles

Dec 11, 1990TalkSeason 8, Episode 10

Computers became a great platform for game players, but dedicated videogame consoles were even better. This program compares the various videogame platforms. Demonstrations include "Defender of the Crown" on an IBM PC, "SimEarth" on Mac IIci, "Michael Jackson Moonwalker" and "Mickey Mouse in the Castle of Illusion" on a Sega Genesis, "Super Mario Brothers 3" and "The Legend of Zelda" on a Nintendo, and "Bonk's Adventure and Ys" on an NEC TurboGrafx. Guests include Russel DeMaria, author of Sega Genesis Secrets, Nintendo Games Secrets, and Secrets of Game Boy. Also features a visit to Nintendo Powerfest and the Alladin's Castle Arcade. Originally broadcast in 1990. Copyright 1990 Stewart Cheifet Productions.

Cast: Stewart Cheifet

Computer Chronicles S08E10 Synopsis

Computer Chronicles "Video Game Consoles" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 1990-12-11, this episode is part of Season 8 of Computer Chronicles. Featuring performances from Stewart Cheifet among the cast. With a runtime of 30m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Computers became a great platform for game players, but dedicated videogame consoles were even better. This program compares the various videogame platforms. Demonstrations include "Defender of the Crown" on an IBM PC, "SimEarth" on Mac IIci, "Michae...