Play Value
This series traces the sweeping history of video games—from the golden age of arcades to the home‑console revolution that reshaped the industry. Through fast‑paced commentary and archival insight, it explores how hits like Space Invaders, Pac‑Man, and Donkey Kong fueled an arcade boom, why the market collapsed in the early 1980s, and how Nintendo revived gaming with the NES. The story expands into the fierce rivalry between Atari and Nintendo, the global battle for Tetris rights, and the constant cycle of innovation that defined consoles from the 1970s through the 2000s. Blending humor with industry analysis, the episode shows how creativity, competition, and a few spectacular missteps shaped modern gaming.
- Status
- Ended
- Original Language
- English
- Network
- ON Networks, HD Networks
- Created By
- Jesse Black
- Last Episode
- S1 E22 · Nov 11, 2008
Media
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Play Value online for free?
You can stream Play Value (2007) right here on FlixWow — every episode, in HD, completely free. No subscription, no signup, nothing to install.
What is Play Value about?
This series traces the sweeping history of video games—from the golden age of arcades to the home‑console revolution that reshaped the industry. Through fast‑paced commentary and archival insight, it explores how hits like Space Invaders, Pac‑Man, and Donkey Kong fueled an arcade boom, why the market collapsed in the e…
How many episodes does Play Value have?
Play Value has 22 episodes — all available to watch free on FlixWow.
Who stars in Play Value?
The series stars T.J. Allard, Dan Ackerman, Libe Goad, Jeff Rubin, Josh Shabtai.
When was Play Value released?
Play Value was released in 2007 and is streaming free on FlixWow.