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The popularity of arcade games like *Space Invaders* and *Pac-Man* triggers a nationwide gaming craze, and Atari's home cartridge system dominates the market until a major commercial failure leads to its decline.

A Japanese playing card company named Nintendo enters the gaming industry and achieves success with the release of Donkey Kong, later revolutionizing home gaming through the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System.

Role-playing games, influenced by Dungeons & Dragons, offer players greater choice and intricate gameplay experiences.

The episode highlights the launch of Sega's Genesis console and the introduction of its iconic speedster character, Sonic, while also marking the beginning of Electronic Arts' collaboration with football legend John Madden.

The popularity of fighting games like *Street Fighter* and *Mortal Kombat* sparks a new genre, but concerns arise over the graphic violence depicted in these games.

Nintendo enters the 3D gaming era with *Star Fox*, while *Wolfenstein 3D* helps popularize the first-person shooter genre, and *Doom* advances the format by introducing networked multiplayer capabilities.