A Trip Down Memory Card Lane
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Would you like to learn new things about your favorite video games, and the people who create them? A Trip Down Memory Card Lane is a weekly video game history podcast that uses the current week in gaming history as a guide to tell you interesting stories about the history of video games, gaming consoles, game designers, the gaming studios they've founded, and more. Join hosts David Kassin and Robert Kassin as they take an often-chronological look at the people, companies, technologies, and developmental processes that have helped bring your favorite video games to life on each week's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Would you like to learn new things about your favorite video games, and the people who create them? A Trip Down Memory Card Lane is a weekly video game history podcast that uses the current week in gaming history as a guide to tell you interesting stories about the history of video games, gaming consoles, game designers, the gaming studios they've founded, and more. Join hosts David Kassin and Robert Kassin as they take an often-chronological look at the people, companies, technologies, and developmental processes that have helped bring your favorite video games to life on each week's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.memorycardlane.com
Episodes
Ep.194 – Cycle of Violence
5/15/2024
Today, we look back at the development history of Red Dead Redemption, originally released by Rockstar Studios in May 2010. As part of its story, we'll revisit the history of its development studio Rockstar San Diego. We'll also talk about how the studio gave life to the Western Frontier. After that, we'll talk about the Rockstar Wives debacle and share our own experiences with the game. Come saddle up and join us for a rough and tumble trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:04:59
Ep.193 – The Arcade Machine
5/9/2024
Today, we're looking at the early history of Game Creation Systems. We'll start by discussing modern examples to help you understand the genre as it stands today. Then, we'll look back at the creation of the genre with the Pinball Construction Set, and the Arcade Machine. Our discussion will continue by looking at further examples of innovative software throughout the 80s. We'll talk all about the pioneers of DIY gaming on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:02:13
Ep.192 – No. 1 Sandbox
5/2/2024
Today, we're diving into the origins of the best selling video game of all time, Minecraft. As part of its story, we'll look at the life and career of its creator, Markus Persson. We'll take time to look at the actual internet forum post in which the first version of Minecraft was released to the world. After talking about our own experiences with the game, we'll then look at the impact that it has had across the world. Finally we'll talk about how Minecraft has been used in Educational settings. Join us as we look block by block at the History of Minecraft on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:13:15
Ep.191 – Not A Kirby Vacuum
4/25/2024
Today, we look at the origins of Kirby by looking at the development of Kirby's Dream Land, which was released for the Nintendo Gameboy in 1992. As part of its story, we'll revisit the early history of its studio, HAL Laboratories. We'll also look at the game that almost bankrupted the studio, and talk about how it led to Kirby becoming a Nintendo published game. Finally, we'll briefly touch on the rest of the franchise and discuss the popularity of Kirby today. Get ready to inhale some knowledge on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:54:56
Ep.190 – Our Emblem is Fire
4/18/2024
We're going back to the beginning of the Fire Emblem series by looking at Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light (1990). As part of its story, we'll look back at the beginning of its development studio, Intelligent Systems, and talk about how Fire Emblem was conceived. Our guests, David Seley and Keefer Maresh share thier experiences with the series, and we play a game trying to deduce which are actually characters in the series. Finally, we'll wrap things up by talking about the legacy of the Fire Emblem series.
Duration:01:21:17
Ep.189 – Who Am I?
4/11/2024
Today, we look at Thomas Disch's Amnesia, the 1986 text adventure that accurately modeled Manhattan in its time. As part of its story, we'll look at the career of science-fiction writer, Thomas M. Disch. Then, we'll talk about how he ended up in video game development. Finally, we'll talk about the development and significance of Amnesia itself, the only all-text adventure Electronic Arts published during this era. Join us as we forget the topic itself on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:51:50
Ep.188 – Capcom's Breathing Fire
4/4/2024
Today, we're looking back at the original Breath of Fire, Capcom's first attempt in the role-playing genre. As part of its history, we'll talk about why Capcom decided to create a RPG, and who they asked to step up to the task. We'll then look at further sequels in the Breath of Fire series, through the most recent game in the main series. At length, we'll talk about why this last title has resulted in no further Breath of Fire titles being released. Join us for a dragonesque trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:55:22
Ep.187 – Read the Scrolls
3/28/2024
Today, we're going to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Elder Scrolls series by looking at the development of its first title, Elder Scrolls: Arena. As part of its story, we'll look back at the history of its development studio, Bethesda Softworks. We'll talk about their early library, and talk about the risk they took by developing this game. Finally, we'll talk about the success of Arena, future Elder Scrolls titles, and our own experiences with the game. Join us for today's gladiator of a trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:56:28
Super Samus
3/21/2024
Today, we dive into the atmospheric world of "Super Metroid," a landmark SNES title from 1994. Our story begins with a recap of the origins of the Metroid series, itself, and we work our way through its history leading up to Super Metroid, itself. We talk at length about the development of the game, address our experiences with the game, talk about speed running it, and end with a look at how a randomizer that combines it with A Link to the Past. Buckle up as we navigate the depths of Zebes, celebrating a game that continues to inspire awe and admiration on today's navigable trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:02:14
Join the Atarian Federation
3/14/2024
Strap in for a stellar voyage on this episode as we rocket through the history of Star Raiders, the 1980 Atari classic that redefined space combat simulations. We'll navigate the journey of its creator, Doug Neubauer, an engineer whose vision and programming prowess brought us this intergalactic adventure, setting a new course for future games in the genre. From its innovative gameplay to its impact on both players and the industry, join us as we explore the legacy of Star Raiders and the pioneering spirit of its creator. Fasten your seatbelts for an exhilarating trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:58:10
Get A Little Squirrely
3/7/2024
We take a look back at Conker's Bad Fur Day, originally released for the Microsoft Xbox in 2001. As part of its story, we'll briefly recap the history of its development studio, Rare. Our discussion on the game itself will focus on how the game evolved from a cute 3D platformer into the Mature-rated game we know today. Join us as we go nuts on yet another trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:56:26
Ep.183 – Based on a Book
2/29/2024
Today, we're going to look at the Telarium Corporation, a software publishing company that develop interactive fiction in collaboration with well-establish authors in the 80s. As part of its story, we'll look at the publishing history of its parent company, Spinnaker Software. We'll also look at Telarium's libarary of games, which includes collaborations with authors Michael Crichton, Ray Bradbury, and others. Join for today's literary trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:58:47
Ep.182 – The Legend Begins
2/22/2024
We're going back to the beginning of the Zelda series by taking a look at The Legend of Zelda, and Zelda II: The Adventure of Link. We'll talk at length about the development of both titles, looking at the ideas that formed the creation of the games themselves. This includes a discussion on how Zelda was created to be as different as Mario as possible, and look at how that played out in the game itself. Finally, we'll briefly talk about our own experiences with the game. Join us for an adventure filled trip through Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:02:27
Ep.181 – The Ages Beyond Myst
2/15/2024
Join us for an adventure as we look at the development cycle of Myst Online: Uru Live, originally released on GameTap in 2007. As part of its story, we'll revisit this point in the history of its development studio, Cyan Worlds. Our story will continue as we discuss the complicated history of brining Myst Online to completion. We'll look at detail at how a dedicated group of fans stuck with the game, and willed it into existence. Join us for the dig of a lifetime on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:53:51
Ep.180 – It's A Riot
2/8/2024
Get ready for a deep dive into the intriguing tale behind Vagrant Story, a game that has etched its mark in gaming history. We'll unravel the development history of Vagrant Story and shed light on the creative genius behind it, Yasumi Matsuno. From his first game, through the development of Vagrant Story, we'll explore the evolution of Matsuno's game design. Join us as we look at the likes of the Ogre Battle series, Final Fantasy Tactics, and more. And of course, we'll talk about our own experiences with the game. So, buckle up for another exciting episode as we venture into the captivating realms of Vagrant Story on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:03:14
Ep.179 – Here Comes An Avalanche with Ryan Shepherd
2/1/2024
In this episode, we embark on a captivating journey through the history of Final Fantasy VII, one of gaming's most iconic titles. Join us as we trace its evolution from a concept envisioned for the SNES to its groundbreaking release on the PlayStation. We'll explore the game's humble beginnings, revisit the pivotal Final Fantasy VI demo that set 3D development into motion, and delve into the innovations that made Final Fantasy VII a monumental success. Finally, we'll revisit some of our own experiences with the game. Join us as embark on an epic adventure on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:01:15:12
Ep.178 – Williams Reigns Supreme
1/25/2024
Today, we're going to tell you the history of Defender, the side-scrolling shoot em' up released in 1981. We'll cover its history as part of the career of Eugene Jarvis, its creator. Along the way, we'll look at some of his early work on pinball machines at both Williams and Atari. Finally, we'll talk about what the impact that Defender had on gaming history. Let's fight the alien menace on today's Trip Down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:53:57
Ep.177 – The Great Underground Empire
1/18/2024
We're looking at the history of Infocom, and its most successful title, Zork. Our story begins with the development of Zork, and talks about how the gaming community contributed to its development. It continues with the formation of Infocom, talks about its acquisition by Activision, and looks at how the relationship between the two evolved. We'll wrap up with a brief look at the Zork series throughout time. Join us for the next great text adventure on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:59:03
Ep.176 – With Great Power...
1/11/2024
We're looking back at the history of Spider-Man, the 1st Spider-Man game, and a few interesting games since for today's discussion. As part of our story, we'll look at how Spider-Man was created. We'll also talk about the creation of the very first Spider-Man video game. Afterwards, we'll look at some of our choices for interesting Spider-Man games in the years that follow. Let's swing into things on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:59:12
Ep.175 – Snakes and Patterns
1/4/2024
Today, we're going to tell you the history of the video game genre, Snake. Our story begins with the history of the Nokia Corporation, and then works its way through the history of snake-type video games. We'll then explore how Nokia and Snake came together to create an important point in gaming history. Let's slither like a snake on today's trip down Memory Card Lane.
Duration:00:54:07