The Legacy of David Rosen: The American Father of SEGA
Eammonn Dignam honors the man who turned jukeboxes and slot machines into a global gaming empire.
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Show Notes
The gaming world is mourning the loss of a true pioneer. David Rosen, the American co-founder of SEGA, has passed away at the age of 95. Eammonn Dignam looks back at the life of the former Airman who saw an opportunity in post-war Japan, eventually merging his photo booth and arcade business to create a company that would challenge Nintendo for the soul of the industry. From the Sega Master System to the cultural phenomenon of the Genesis and Sonic the Hedgehog, we honor the man behind the "Sega!" chant.
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