

TV series
Play Value
2007–2008, English, on ON Networks & HD Networks. Created by Jesse Black.
This series traces the sweeping history of video games—from the golden age of arcades to the home‑console revolution that reshaped the industry. Through fast‑paced commentary and archival insight, it explores how hits like Space Invaders, Pac‑Man, and Donkey Kong fueled an arcade boom, why the market collapsed in the early 1980s, and how Nintendo revived gaming with the NES. The story expands into the fierce rivalry between Atari and Nintendo, the global battle for Tetris rights, and the constant cycle of innovation that defined consoles from the 1970s through the 2000s. Blending humor with industry analysis, the episode shows how creativity, competition, and a few spectacular missteps shaped modern gaming.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 22
- Episode length
- 8 min
- Status
- Ended in 2008
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Latest episode
S1 E22: College Dreams: The Story of General Computer
Aired 11 November 2008
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Details
- First aired
- 30 July 2007
- Last aired
- 11 November 2008
- Network
- ON Networks, HD Networks
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- NR
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Play Value: quick answers
Is Play Value worth watching?
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How many seasons of Play Value are there?
Play Value has 1 season and 22 episodes, about 8 minutes each.
Is Play Value finished?
Yes. Play Value ended in 2008, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Play Value on?
Play Value isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
Play Value parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Play Value is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Play Value?
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Who created Play Value?
Play Value was created by Jesse Black and stars T.J. Allard, Dan Ackerman, Libe Goad.
