At GDC 2012, developer Jim McGinley showcases some classic TRS-80 games with remarkable mechanics that are often overlooked in the annals of game industry history.
April 7, 2016
Sometimes to find your next big thing, you have to look to what came before. Way before. Like, 1977 before.
That was the year Tandy released its first TRS-80 microcomputer, and game developer Jim McGinley believes that durings its brief lifespan the TRS-80 played host to a treasure trove of intriguing, forgotten games.
At GDC 2012, McGinley showcased some TRS-80 games with remarkable mechanics that are often overlooked in the annals of game industry history, and spoke to how each contains a proven kernel of brilliance that can inspire modern game developers.
It's a fun talk, and you can now watch the entire thing completely free of charge via the official GDC YouTube channel.
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