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Discovery Channel's Game Changers premiered on November 5, 2024, at 9 pm ET/PT. The show explores the history and development of some of the most iconic games in history. Covering both digital and board games, it explores their lasting impact on popular culture and the gaming industry.
Game Changers is an eight-part limited series that reveals how titles like Pong, Monopoly, Call of Duty, and Minecraft became such an indelible part of gaming.
With insights from game creators, gaming historians, journalists, and fans, the show highlights both the ingenuity and obstacles behind these games. It also sheds light on the occasional controversies that arose during their development.
Exploring the origins of gaming giants: From Pong to Nintendo
Game Changers traces the earliest days of gaming, starting with Pong, one of the first arcade games in history, which helped founder Nolan Bushnell lay the base for the commercial video game industry. From there, the series delves into Nintendo's origins in Kyoto, Japan, and its rise to becoming one of the world's gaming giants.
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The show explores how Nintendo defined the industry with titles like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda, making the brand synonymous with the creation of games that people loved worldwide.
Major franchises that defined modern gaming: Call of Duty and Madden NFL
Beyond the pioneers, Game Changers covers monumental franchises that ushered gaming into the spotlight of mainstream popularity. This series follows the creation and success of one of the world's most successful first-person shooter games, Call of Duty, which captured the imagination of millions.
Viewers are expected to get a behind-the-scenes look at the development of this iconic game, including the strategies used to create a realistic combat simulation and the business decisions that transformed Call of Duty into a billion-dollar franchise.
Another major highlight is Madden NFL, the electronic sports franchise for football produced by Electronic Arts in partnership with the late NFL coach John Madden. Intended as an easy sports game, Madden dramatically changed the face of gaming with its authenticity and realism, becoming a quintessential sports simulation still leading sports video games in its league today.
Game Changers unpacks cultural impact of Minecraft and World of Warcraft
Game Changers focuses on games like Minecraft and World of Warcraft, highlighting not only creativity but also how people play these games.
Minecraft was an indie for a long time, but it has grown as a cultural phenomenon that inspired millions to build, explore, and survive in its virtual sandbox. The show traces the journey of Minecraft, from its beginnings to its current status as a billion-dollar brand, shaping education and codes into young gamers.
On the other hand, World of Warcraft, an MMORPG by Blizzard Entertainment, is recognized for its engaging storytelling and the social communities it unites. The limited series explains how this cultural phenomenon was developed, highlighting how World of Warcraft transformed online gaming, from sweeping quests to joining guilds to being part of enormous virtual worlds.
Iconic board games with surprising histories: Monopoly and Scrabble
Game Changers talks about the iconic board games, including the stories behind Monopoly and Scrabble. Though Monopoly is one of the most known household names, its way to the top is marked by twists and turns in a fight over ownership and claims over its origin.
Originally meant to comment on wealth inequality, Monopoly has become a staple for family game nights around the globe. Scrabble, another board game with an interesting story, was invented during the Great Depression. This game has captivated people with its mixture of luck and skill in wordplay.
The series explores how both games gained popularity and left a lasting impression on social interactions and competitive gaming.
Produced by Nacelle Company, Game Changers premiered on the Discovery Channel on November 5.
