Video Game Box Art: The Stories Behind the Covers(2019)
Overview
Delve into the world of video game box art with the artists responsible for some of gaming’s most iconic images ever created. Hear about the creation process, discover easter eggs hidden in plain sight, see alternate cover art options, and learn how the gaming industry evolved from infancy until now. Welcome to Video Game Box Art: The Stories Behind the Covers.
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8 episodes • 2019
Season 1
8 episodes • 2019
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VGBA: Episode 1 | Apr 15, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 2 | VGBA: Episode 2 | Apr 15, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 3 | VGBA: Episode 3 | Apr 15, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 4 | VGBA: Episode 4 | Apr 15, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 5 | VGBA: Episode 5 | Apr 15, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 6 | VGBA: Episode 6 | Apr 15, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 7 | VGBA: Episode 7 | Jun 4, 2019 | 0.0 |
| 8 | VGBA: Episode 8 | Jun 4, 2019 | 0.0 |
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