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The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters(en)

In this hilarious arcade showdown, a humble novice goes head-to-head against the reigning Donkey Kong champ in a confrontation that rocks the gaming world to its processors! For over 20 years, Billy Mitchell has owned the throne of the Donkey Kong world. No one could beat his top score until now. Newcomer Steve Wiebe claims to have beaten the unbeatable, but Mitchell isn't ready to relinquish his crown without a fight. Go behind the barrels as the two battle it out in a vicious war to earn the title of the true King of Kong.

Dance Dance Documentary(en)

In 1999, Konami Corp. introduced a Japanese-influenced coin-operated arcade stand-up to the U.S. Its draw was unheard of for a video game: the combination of music, competition, and interactive video-gameplay along with actual physical activity. Four years later, Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) has become one of the most popular game crazes stateside and found easily in video game stores and in nationwide retail markets. This story explores the youth culture surrounding the game and follows a group of devoted players and documents their interactions at various arcades and tournaments.

Video Games: The Movie(en)

From executive producer Zach Braff and director Jeremy Snead, "Video Games: The Movie" is an epic feature length documentary chronicling the meteoric rise of video games from nerd niche to multi-billion dollar industry. Narrated by Sean Astin and featuring in-depth interviews with the godfathers who started it all, the icons of game design, and the geek gurus who are leading us into the future, "Video Games: The Movie" is a celebration of gaming from Atari to Xbox and an eye-opening look at what lies ahead.

The Game Maker: Namco Edition(ja)

This is a series of special episodes of the Japanese TV show "GameCenter CX" that focuses on Namco (now Bandai Namco Games), the company that created many popular classic games. The episodes are packed with in-depth content, including a re-challenge of "Kai no Bouken" (The Adventure of Kai), a game that the show's host, Shinya Arino, had previously failed to clear.

The Game Maker: Sega Edition(en)

From big titles to little-known phantom software... This time too, Shinya Arino (Yoiko) and Hirai (America Zarigani) will play Sega games to their hearts' content! Of course, the "GameCenter CX" staff will also appear one after another!! The series' familiar commentary by Yoiko Arino & Ameza Hirai is also getting even hotter!

The Game Maker: Jaleco Edition(en)

Jaleco, the company that developed popular games like "Ninja JaJaMaru-kun" and the "Moero! Pro Baseball" series. Even today, they continue to challenge new endeavors, such as soliciting game character names and designs from the general public, and remain a game maker with many fans. This feature thoroughly explores Jaleco, including development secrets of their nostalgic hit software and a game catalog!

Wreck Or Get Rekt(en)

This is Not a Game(en)

Angela Su’s fictional artist Rosie Leavers is the last remaining person to upload her consciousness to a video game. Contemplating during a pandemic year which also saw people’s resistance movements in many parts of the world, the work pinpoints the uncanny affinities between gaming and warfare strategies. They have mutually informed the infrastructure of both worlds since time immemorial when diplomatic conflicts played out on the battlefield of the 64 squares of a chess board to flight simulation technologies which were adapted to shape gaming experiences as we know it now. When the conflict is between the state and its people, she speculates that gaming strategies empower civilians in resistance movements to counter imperialism through its own operative logic. But once we upload our consciousness, are we able to return to the sensibilities and political motivation that inspired the revolution to begin with?

Ready Up(en)

It's a sport, it's a competition, it's an accidental perfect game. An absolute fight, an everyday fight, that doesn't stop. It’s Counter-Strike.

Still Standing(en)

Discover the untold story of Pinball and Arcade in Australia in this heart-warming, and at times heart-breaking, nostalgic journey through the golden era of gaming.

No Scope: The Story of FaZe Clan(en)

A wide-ranging documentary of the popular gaming brand, and the remarkable series of ups and downs that have defined that story and its characters over the last decade-plus. For years now, the growth of esports has been one of the defining stories of entertainment . And at the center of all that growth has been FaZe Clan, an organization that’s gone from the brainchild of a few gamers streaming their play on the internet to publicly traded company with teams and players all around the globe competing professionally in an array of games. The film explores questions about the costs of their rapid growth and extraordinary success. As FaZe has come to encompass stars and performers from the traditional sports and entertainment worlds, even in the wake of the company’s public offering, the financial viability of the whole enterprise hardly appears stable. Through it all, esports are undoubtedly here to stay. But “No Scope” makes clear that the path from here is anything but assured.

Memories of NaiD: The DVD(en)

An online fan of NAID (the North American International Demoparty) spent time piecing together NAID footage over 1995-1996. With nearly 2 hours of found footage of the 1990s demoscene in North America.

Masterpieces: Jet Set Radio Future(en)

Join Kay Martinez as they explore the game development, character design, original soundtrack, and cultural movements that inspired SEGA's estranged masterpiece: Jet Set Radio Future.

Amiga: Classic Game Insights Vol 1(en)

The Classic Game Insights series presents in-depth interviews with game developers, providing detailed accounts of their work on a particular classic game and the creation process involved. Each film is independent and concentrates on either a single, specific game or a series of games, with the creator personally guiding you through their development journey. Amiga: Classic Game Insights Vol 1 offers 3 hours of content that explores a range of iconic Amiga games, this is an essential viewing experience for anyone with an interest in the Amiga computer, its games, or game design as a whole.

The Story of Nintendo(en)

Over 133 years in the making, from humble beginnings manufacturing 'Hanufuda' cards came one of the world's most recognized videogame companies, from the birth of Mario and Luigi to Donkey Kong and Zelda... to beating its competition and presenting itself as a platform for quality games and strong values. This is the story of Nintendo.

Spelkollektivet: To Build a Castle(en)

"Spelkollektivet: To Build a Castle" is the story of the world's largest co-living space for game developers, and the people living there. Follow the founder James Newnorth as he navigates the many obstacles of turning an untried idea into reality. Meet the three indie devs Leene Künnap, Matej Jan and Michal Roch as they work on their respective games, "Death and Taxes", "Pixel Art Academy" and "Lords and Villeins". Find out if Spelkollektivet fosters the next indie dev star.

Summer Game Fest 2022(en)

A fan-first celebration of the future of video games, featuring world premiere new game announcements and first looks at the latest games from the world's biggest video game developers.

Here Comes a New Challenger(en)

The story of the gaming phenomenon that is Street Fighter II, exploring its origins and its impact on the lives of kids and teenagers worldwide.

Earthbound, USA(en)

American teenagers connect on the early internet to crusade for their favorite videogame of all time, pitting their fan site against a corporate goliath and their own looming adulthoods.

Charlie Brooker's Gameswipe(en)

Charlie Brooker sets his caustic sights on video games. Expect acerbic comment as he looks at the various genres, how they have changed since their early conception and how the media represents games and gamers. Features interviews with Dara O Briain, sitcom scribe Graham Linehan and Rab and Ryan from Consolevania.