The Video Game Years

Season 1 Episode 11: 1987

1987 was a breakthrough year that pushed video games toward deeper storytelling and more ambitious design. This episode highlights influential releases such as The Legend of Zelda, Metal Gear, Punch‑Out!!, and Leisure Suit Larry, exploring how they expanded genres, introduced iconic characters, and helped shape the direction of modern gaming. Through commentary and historical context, it captures a year defined by creativity, experimentation, and growing mainstream appeal.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

1

Episodes:

13

Actor:

Pat Contri, John Delia, Joey DeSena

Quality:

HD

Status:

Ended

First Air:

2021

IMDb:

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