Genesis and the '90s Console Wars w/ Blake J. Harris

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by the best-selling author of Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo, and the Battle That Defined a Generation, Blake J. Harris. The two discuss the history of the Sega Genesis, which just turned 35 years old this week, and how it impacted Nintendo not just in the '90s, but in every era after. If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Blake on Twitter: @BlakeJHarrisNYC.  You can find Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo, and the Battle That Defined a Generation on Amazon or wherever books are sold.  A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube. If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com. The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday! 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:16 – First Genesis Memories 00:06:18 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game 00:12:08 – The Genesis vs. Super Nintendo Console War If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on Instagram (@BrianPShea).  A massive thanks to our paying members of the All Things Nintendo Patreon: Aaron Smith Alana R Alec Aquiningoc Avri Rosen-Zvi Ben Richlin BornOrpheus Brett Thomas Miro Brooke Obscura Chad Timblin ChapsMyAss cheesyluigi Colton Bredlau Desmond Thomas DrunkonMako IanTClark  Jacob Nahin James Jawarhello  Jeff Akervik Jill Grodt Joey Alesia Johnny 5 Jordan Sloat Joseph Joseph Jury Justin Childress Knobby Buckles (Dave) Kody Gipson kristiana Lindsey Harts Marshall Thompson Matthew  Matthew Magurany Megan S. Michael Anderson Michael Ogden mmmtoad nintendo101. Nolan Filter Paige Pam Sandor Pat Roberts Prattable rachael hoover Rob McCann (BobbyMac265) Russell Sayer Ryan Baldwin Sarah McCarthy Smithypoo TuxDC WamBamSamTheGamingMan Zach Marcus Zachary Pligge Zack Bencal Zechariah Rogers Zeriquinn   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices