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The Story of the First Video Game Cartridge - Gaming Historian

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Dive into the fascinating history of the first video game cartridge in this 37-minute documentary. Explore the origins of the revolutionary Fairchild Channel F, the world's first programmable home console, and meet the innovative team behind its creation. Discover why Fairchild struggled to capitalize on this groundbreaking technology and uncover the reasons for the Channel F console's eventual fade into obscurity. Journey through four captivating chapters, from the desperate circumstances that sparked innovation to the lasting impact of this pioneering system on the gaming industry.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Part 1: Desperation Breeds Innovation
- Part 2: Mavericks
- Part 3: A Commitment
- Part 4: A Long Shadow

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