The Video Game Years

S1 E1

The Video Game Years — Season 1, Episode 4: 1980

Documentary49 min1 season, 13 episodes

Episode synopsis

1980 marks a major leap forward in gaming history, and this episode explores the year when arcades truly exploded into mainstream culture. Featuring the rise of Pac‑Man, the success of Centipede, the growing dominance of Atari, and the early innovations of Sierra, it highlights the games, creators, and cultural shifts that helped define a new era of interactive entertainment.

About The Video Game Years

The show that examines the history, culture, and oddities of video game history promises to have you learning, laughing, and scratching your head.

Popular Web Series Collections