Duck Hunt's 42nd Anniversary: NES Launch and Zapper Legacy
Forty-two years ago, Duck Hunt launched in Japan, becoming a cornerstone of the Nintendo Entertainment System's identity and a defining shooter for console gaming.
Marcus covers the consoles that shaped North American gaming, from the Atari 2600's wood panelling to the Dreamcast's swan song and the collector culture that surrounds them. He thinks grading companies are mostly a scam.
Forty-two years ago, Duck Hunt launched in Japan, becoming a cornerstone of the Nintendo Entertainment System's identity and a defining shooter for console gaming.
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