About this episode

This episode explores the transformation of SEGA from a slot machine distributor to a major player in the gaming industry.

SEGA went from distributing slot machines to military bases, to becoming a household name in gaming and creating one of the most iconic characters of all time. How did this happen? Well, listen and find out! Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources: Sega Retro The Four Americans that built SEGA - Kotaku The Next Generation issue Dec 1996 - Interview with David Rosen We welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.Club Facebook Instagram Theme tune created by Tom Docherty

Topics covered

• SEGA history
• gaming industry
• iconic characters
• video game culture
• military gaming

Keywords

• SEGA
• gaming history
• David Rosen
• iconic characters
• video games

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SEGA, Kotaku, Sega Retro, GamingHistory.Club

Books & works: The Next Generation issue Dec 1996

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