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The History and Legacy of Video Game High Scores
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40:35 - 45:12 (04:37)

The first game to have a high score was Seawolf in 1976, but the concept of high scores in video games has evolved over time, with some players becoming famous for their record-breaking achievements.

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The concept of high scores in video games is discussed, including its cultural impact and its evolution from early games like Seawolf to popular classics like Space Invaders and Frogger.
40:35 - 43:44 (03:09)
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Video Games
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The concept of high scores in video games is discussed, including its cultural impact and its evolution from early games like Seawolf to popular classics like Space Invaders and Frogger.

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The History and Legacy of Video Game High Scores
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Arcades: Nostalgia Abounds
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The arcade games had better graphics than the home consoles due to its ability to render higher resolution graphics with less processing power.
43:44 - 45:12 (01:27)
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Arcade Gaming
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The arcade games had better graphics than the home consoles due to its ability to render higher resolution graphics with less processing power. This made playing games like Frogger on the stand-up arcade exponentially more visually appealing compared to home consoles.

Chapter
The History and Legacy of Video Game High Scores
Episode
Arcades: Nostalgia Abounds
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know