Runtime: 59 Minutes
We look back at Command and Conquer, released for DOS in September of 1995. As part of our discussion, we look at the history of Westwood Studios. We talk about where the team at Westwood found inspiration when creating their game. We'll also talk about our own experiences with the game, and why Command and Conquer is important to its genre. So stick around and join us for today's resourceful trip down Memory Card Lane.
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Command and Conquer Cover Art:
Wikipedia - Command and Conquer Cover ArtWikipedia Article:
Wikipedia - Command and ConquerGame-Specific Wiki:
Command and Conquer Fandom WikiSteam Reviews:
Command and Conquer Remastered Collection onSteamGOG.com:
Not Available on GOGMobyGames:
MobyGames - Command and ConquerMetacritic:
Command and Conquer for PC ReviewsAdditional Sources:
Wikipedia Article:
Brett SperryWikipedia Article:
Louis CastleWikipedia Article:
Joseph D. KucanWikipedia Article:
The Monolith MonstersRenegadeX (Fan Made Remake):
TotemArtsHow The Westwood Was Won:
Command and Conquer OriginsA History of Real-Time Strategy Games:
GameSpotGames that changed the world - Command and Conquer:
Computer and Video GamesAudio Sources:
Cold Open Music:
Bleeping Demo by Kevin MacLeod (incompletech.com)
Podcast Intro Music:
Open Those Bright Eyes by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4171-open-those-bright-eyes
Schoolbell Sound:
School bell.wav by 13FPanska_Stranska_Michaela