Ep.246 – E3 Unplugged: A Look Back at Gaming's Premiere Event

Since 1995, E3 has been gaming’s biggest stage—where console wars were fought, legends were revealed, and the industry came together to celebrate its future. In this episode, we explore how the Electronic Entertainment Expo was born out of frustration with CES, sparked by a few angry executives, and fueled by the growing power of the gaming industry. We trace its rise from Sega’s surprise Saturn launch and Sony’s iconic price reveal to decades of unforgettable announcements, concerts, and chaos. Our conversation follows E3’s golden age, its struggles in the digital era, and its final curtain call after 25 years. Join us as we relive the highs, hype, and history of E3 on today’s trip down Memory Card Lane.

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