The Christmas That Saved Video Games

In 1985, video games were considered dead. In this episode, we look at why the Nintendo Entertainment System wasn’t just another console, 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.

Stick around until the very end of the episode for a little Easter egg, er, Christmas present from us.