Runtime: 61 Minutes
We take a look back at the history of Everquest, released for Windows PCs on March 16, 1999. As part of the discussion, we talk about the history of MUDs, and look at the world's oldest virtual world. Our conversation includes looking at a few notable moments in the game world of Everquest, as well. Finally, we talk briefly about "Evercrack," and the attention that this game brought to gaming addiction itself. Join us for a quest-filled trip down Memory Card Lane.
References:
Everquest Cover Art:
Wikipedia - EverQuest Cover ArtWikipedia Article:
Wikipedia - EverQuestGame-Specific Wiki:
Allakhazam's EverQuest WikibaseSteam Reviews:
EverQuest on SteamGOG.com:
Not Available on GOGMobyGames:
MobyGames - EverQuestMetacritic:
EverQuest for PC Reviews - MetacriticAdditional Sources:
Kerafyrm the Sleeper Article:
How to Drain Your Dragon: Gaming's Most Impossible Boss BattleMemorable Moments in EverQuest History:
20 Years of Everquest: Memorable Moments in MMO HistoryGaming's Greatest Troll, Fansy:
The Bard to Kill Ballad of Fansy: Gaming's Greatest TrollGamePro Review:
EverQuest ReviewGameSpot Review:
EverQuest ReviewAudio Sources:
Cold Open Music:
Comfortable Mystery by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3531-comfortable-mystery
Podcast Intro Music:
Open Those Bright Eyes by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4171-open-those-bright-eyes