How Videogames Changed the World ( 2013 )

Overview

From Pong to Grand Theft Auto, Charlie Brooker delves into the history of videogames and pulls out a selection of its most significant titles. From Atari to Angry Birds, How Videogames Changed the World explores how interactive entertainment evolved from a penny arcade diversion into a medium that some believe is art, and shows how it is changing the way we work, communicate and, of course, play. Joined by Jonathan Ross, Dara O'Briain and gaming legends like Will Wright and John Romero, Brooker looks at how videogames have become the most progressive art form of the last 40 years. This humorous and insightful tour will surprise and entertain the uninitiated and dedicated gamers alike.

Top Cast

Charlie Brooker

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Jonathan Ross

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Keith Stuart Thayer

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Jeff Minter

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Al Alcorn

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Malorie Blackman

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David Braben

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John Romero

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Gary Whitta

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Tom Watson

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Peter Molyneux

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Aoife Wilson

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Rob Florence

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Kate Russell

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Graham Linehan

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Dara Ó Briain

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Ellie Gibson

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Labrinth

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Felicia Day

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Keza MacDonald

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Pete Donaldson

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Berni Goode

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Tim Schafer

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Neil Druckmann

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Ron Gilbert

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Susan Calman

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Rhianna Pratchett

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Matt Lees

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Quintin Smith

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Will Wright

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Nolan Bushnell

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Vince Zampella

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Peter Serafinowicz

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Allan Alcorn

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Joe Lieberman

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