Did you know that Stanford University has a gaming blog?
Well they do, and it's pretty great. It's called How They Got Game (ugh), and it's dedicated to exploring the history and culture of New Media.
They've recently posted a fascinating history of the tremendously important Sierra, whom I've developed a newfound love for in my recent foray into interactive fiction. HTGG chronicles the early history of the company, with a few images of the studio's first three games. If you can squint for long enough without getting a headache, check out the highly entertaining Winning Strategies for Adventures.
In Part 2, we discover Cannonball Castle, a Revolutionary War-themed Donkey Kong ripoff, and the birth of one of my favorite franchises, King's Quest. Get ready for face melting box art.
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