Inside New York's 80s & 90s Arcade Scene ft. Lord Cognito | Retro Gaming History & Classics

🎮 Step back in time with us as we explore the legendary arcade scene of 1980s and 1990s New York! 🗽

Join hosts Wes, Matt and special guest Lord Cognito (of the Iron Lords & Defining Duke Podcasts) as we dive into the golden era of arcades — from dimly lit corners packed with Street Fighter II battles to the unforgettable sounds of Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, and NBA Jam.

Other Topics: Sega Brings the Arcade Experience Home, Sega Sides with Xbox, Shinobi vs Ninja Gaiden and we wrap things up with a Pulse Check where we look at some retro game prices!

In this video, we:
✅ Revisit iconic NYC arcade hotspots
✅ Share untold stories from the arcade boom
✅ Talk retro gaming culture with Lord Cognito
✅ Discuss the impact of arcades on modern gaming

Whether you were there or wish you were, this nostalgic ride through New York’s arcade history is one you don’t want to miss!

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🔗 Follow Lord Cognito:
🎙️ @lordcognito on X (Twitter) & BlueSky

Check out his podcasts on YouTube:

Iron Lords Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@IronLordsPodcastRoundtable

Defining Duke: https://www.youtube.com/@LastStand-Media

Check out Cogs website: www.lordsofgaming.net

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TimeStamps:

00:00 - 03:15 Intro

03:16 - 39:52 NYC Arcade Scene

39:53 - 1:25:23 Sega Brings the Arcade Experience Home 

• Master System
• Genesis
• Saturn
• Dreamcast

1:25:24 - 1:39:09 Sega Sides with Xbox

1:39:10 - 1:59:34 Shinobi vs Ninja Gaiden

1:39:35 - 2:12:50 Pulse Check Power Stone & Space Channel 5

2:12:51 - 2:17:38 Outro

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