Join the Atarian Federation
Runtime: 58 Minutes
History Topics (At-A Glance):
Star Raiders (1980)
Episode Summary:
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.
| Video Games Discussed in this Episode: | |
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| Star Raiders (1980) | |
| Alien (1982) | |
| M*A*S*H (1983) | |
| Solaris (1986) |
| Additional Sources: |
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atari - Doug Neubauer.com. (2018, May 7). Doug Neubauer.com. |
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Wikipedia contributors. (2023, August 5). Doug Neubauer. Wikipedia. |
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Hague, J. (Ed.). (2018). Halycon Days: Interview with Classic Computer and Video Game Programmers (Free Web Version-Version 1.1) [Website.]. |
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Wikipedia contributors. (2024, January 15). Game canon. Wikipedia. |
| Audio Sources: | |
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| Cold Open Music |
Bleeping Demo by Kevin MacLeod Link: Free Download Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license |
| Podcast Intro Music |
Open Those Bright Eyes by Kevin MacLeod Link: Free Download Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license |