National Videogame Museum - I recently had a chance to check out the newly opened National Videogame Museum in Frisco, TX. This video will feature highlights of the museum, as well as an interview with one of the founders!
History of the ESRB - Once upon a time, video game conten...
2016-04-12 05:05:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Here it is, the History of StarTropics! I apologize for not posting it here early. I ran into some unforeseen audio issues at the last minute. Hope you enjoy!
2016-03-25 19:19:49 +0000 UTC View PostGood morning & Happy Friday!
After getting tons of requests over the years, it's finally happening: Production has begun on a Blu-Ray disc for Gaming Historian!
Rather than throw my first 10 episodes on the disc however, I've decided to select the most popular / favorite episodes...
2016-03-11 14:46:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Not quite finished with StarTropics, so enjoy my review of Console Wars in the meantime!
2016-03-10 18:07:34 +0000 UTC View PostHello everyone! Norm here with some updates on what is going on at Gaming Historian HQ.
The 'Nintendo vs Video Game Rentals' has been our most popular video in the past 6 months! I think it turned out pretty well. It wasn't long enough to be a multi-part episode, but it also wasn't short. I'd ...
2016-03-02 15:41:14 +0000 UTC View Post
Warning, this video is very silly. If I sound stuffy, it's because I'm still not over this crazy cold I've had for the past week!
Last week, we hit the incredible goal of $1000, so it's time for me to keep my promise. In this video, I call my mom and tell her "I made it."
This goal h...
2016-02-11 22:32:13 +0000 UTC View PostCurrently in the works....
Star Tropics - This is the topic you all selected! Currently I'm trying to get in touch with some folks at Nintendo. I was able to speak with one of the writers of the game, but unfortunately he didn't recall much. One thing I did learn was that Genyo Takeda (...
2016-01-28 18:39:44 +0000 UTC View Post
In this episode, I'm trying a PBS-type intro for Patreon supporters! Hope you like it.
2016-01-19 20:50:35 +0000 UTC View Post
You all voted, and the results are in. It's time to do an episode on the StarTropics series! This was a close race. The final numbers are below, based on 95 votes.
Alex Kidd - 27 Votes
Bonk - 33 Votes
StarTropics - 35 Votes
Look for this episode comin...
2016-01-15 13:46:48 +0000 UTC View Post
It's time, once again, to vote on a topic! Last time, we voted on NES accessories. The Power Glove won by a landslide and ended up being one of the best Gaming Historian episodes!
This time, the theme is "Forgotten Franchises." I have selected 3 from each company during the retro gaming heyday...
2016-01-07 15:22:01 +0000 UTC View PostI'm going to be making an end of 2015 Q&A video, and I'd love to get some questions. I'm only going to be fielding questions from you all, since you are my patrons and are special to me <3. I'll be answering them in a video, as well as talking about the upcoming 2016 year and my plans for Gam...
2015-12-27 22:46:23 +0000 UTC View Post
You may need to wait for the 60fps to kick in. Otherwise please enjoy and leave feedback below. Thanks!
2015-12-18 18:40:44 +0000 UTC View PostIf you read my post a few weeks ago, you will see that I want to start putting out videos more frequently. For the past few weeks, I've been ironing out a new concept for more videos.
Here is the idea: I examine an odd fact or myth in the video game industry and find out if it is actuall...
2015-12-07 13:40:36 +0000 UTC View Post
Awhile back, YouTube introduced 60FPS playback. I've been experimenting with it a little this week and I must say, it is beautiful with gameplay footage. I've attached a clip from Ristar at 60fps. This is what the game actually looks like when you play, so it gives it more authenticity in the video....
2015-12-03 18:11:17 +0000 UTC View PostHello everyone!
First of all, thanks for the help on the Satoru Iwata video! I think it turned out well and people seem to enjoy it.
Now for some updates: My new strategy will be to put out content more regularly. While the Iwata video was fun, it took up a lot of time and I had no v...
2015-12-01 21:03:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello everyone. The newest episode is finally here! Hope you enjoy, but I do ask a HUGE favor. This may not be the finalized version. I'd love it if you could do the following after watching:
- Let me know what you thought of the episode!
- How did you listen to the episode? (Computer Sp...
2015-11-22 23:31:19 +0000 UTC View PostJust wanted to let you all know that the episode on Satoru Iwata will premiere on Patreon a full 24 hours before YouTube on Sunday, November 22nd! Right now it's about 40 minutes long, so make sure you don't have any plans that evening. Thanks!
2015-11-20 20:53:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Here's how the timeline looks so far. This episode will be six parts, estimated to be at least 30 minutes long. Hoping to have it done late next week.
After this episode, I plan on doing a few shorter episodes (one of them being Ristar).
Hope everyone had a good weekend!<...
2015-11-15 22:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Exciting times! Patreon finally released their app. This means I can easily post things while im working or traveling! Here is a picture of my cat.
The app isn't perfect (I somewhat struggled to type this), but it's a start. I've got a new series planned that will require some traveling (this ...
2015-10-28 14:49:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Ristar - In 1995, Sega released a platforming game on the Genesis / Mega Drive called "Ristar." It was supposed to be the next Sonic, another flagship mascot for the company. Unfortunately, the game disappeared into obscurity. Learn more about Ristar's creation and why we never saw another ga...
2015-10-08 19:35:38 +0000 UTC View PostThe Power Glove video has been an amazing success, and guess what? You all suggested the topic! THANK YOU!
So what should I research next? I was thinking of doing a retrospective on a classic game franchise. Think Castlevania, Pokemon, Street Fighter, Super Mario, Kirby, etc. Right now, just t...
2015-09-30 18:02:55 +0000 UTC View Post
