Retronauts Episode 98: Mac gaming in the ’80s
Added 2017-05-01 22:03:47 +0000 UTCWelcome to a new month of Retronauts! With our very first episode of Retronauts East, Ben and Benj and I delved into the history of Apple II gaming. Now, here's the logical follow-up: An in-depth study of games for monochrome Macintosh in the ’80s — basically, gaming up through System 6.
While the Mac didn't play host to a ton of games, the unique traits of the platform led to equally distinct software. From Dark Castle to Shufflepuck Cafe, the Mac had its own iconic visual style — and the interface and design innovations inspired by its GUI/mouse-based front-end helped redefine how people interact with video games, even today. Enjoy!
— Jeremy
Description: Retronauts East's journey through the history of Apple-based gaming continues with an in-depth look at the unique world of monochrome Mac gaming. Ben Elgin, Benj Edwards, and Jeremy Parish discuss the miracle of the mouse and the hotness of HyperCard.
Comments
Also great to get more early PC talk even if I have no nostalgia for it
Chris Tar
2017-05-11 18:28:57 +0000 UTCDitto, the Retronauts East episodes are very good, Benj and Ben bring a different but no less enthusiastic vibe to the table. A fine addition to the Retronauts roster.
Kormakur Gardarsson
2017-05-08 07:02:35 +0000 UTCGlad you're enjoying them!
Retronauts
2017-05-03 12:34:46 +0000 UTCreally liking these Retronauts East eps. Thanks!
Christopher Hyde
2017-05-02 23:04:44 +0000 UTC
