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Author Tim Lapetino joins us to discuss his new book, Pac-Man: Birth of an Icon. After so many years, why are there still stories to tell about Pac-Man? During a time when shooting aliens was the hot gameplay on the scene, we find out why this game, with such a different experience, had mass appeal. Tim takes us down the rabbit hole of what is just so fascinating about this iconic character, the legendary franchise, and its creator.
See more from Tim Lapetino:
Twitter: @lapetino
Website: timlapetino.com
Instagram: @timlapetino
Book: Pac-Man: Birth of an Icon: Pac-Man: Birth of an Icon
Recommended Book: Art Of Atari
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Author Tim Lapetino joins us to discuss his new book, Pac-Man: Birth of an Icon. After so many years, why are there still stories to tell about Pac-Man? During a time when shooting aliens was the hot gameplay on the scene, we find out why this game, with such a different experience, had mass appeal. Tim takes us down the rabbit hole of what is just so fascinating about this iconic character, the legendary franchise, and its creator.
See more from Tim Lapetino:
Twitter: @lapetino
Website: timlapetino.com
Instagram: @timlapetino
Book: Pac-Man: Birth of an Icon: Pac-Man: Birth of an Icon
Recommended Book: Art Of Atari

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