Episode 439

439: Secrets of id Software Marketing: Mike Wilson’s Insider Stories - The Retro Hour EP439

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) · The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)

July 26, 20241h 36m

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Show Notes

In this week's episode, we chat to the legendary Mike Wilson, the business mind behind id Software's biggest titles like Doom and Quake. From his early days revolutionising multiplayer gaming with DWANGO to founding iconic companies like Ion Storm, Gathering of Developers, and Devolver Digital, Mike shares insider stories and reveals the secrets behind some of the most influential moments in gaming history.

Contents:

00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
41:28 - Mike Wilson Interview

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