Slopes Game Room: Arcade Classics the Complete History Vol. 1

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ETR Media is the brand new film distribution arm of Enjoy the Ride Records, a Long Island based record label, specializing in cult following reissues through a variety of genres. ETR Media releases will adhere to the same quality standards as fans have come to associate with their lavish LP reissues. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is thrilled to be representing this new and unique home video line!

For the first time ever on Blu-ray, re-experience the Golden Age of Arcades with ARCADE CLASSICS: The Complete History Vol. 1!

A COLLECTION OF ten meticulously researched documentaries from the acclaimed creator of Slope's Game Room. With the original YouTube series garnering over 40 million views, this compilation has proven to be a crucial resource. It's studied by historians and fans alike, and even referenced by developers when planning future titles within major intellectual properties.

These documentaries offer unparalleled detail into arcade history. You'll explore the lineage of giants like Pac-Man (1980) and Galaga* (1981); discover the home computer origins of classics such as Choplifter (1982); and trace the histories of diverse titles including BurgerTime (1982), Elevator Action (1983), Rolling Thunder** (1986), and Captain Commando** (1991).

The collection bookends the Golden Age of Arcades with two pivotal light gun shooters: starting with the era's pioneering roots in Wild Gunman** (1974), and concluding the journey with Point Blank (1994).

Features over 5 hours of core documentary content PLUS an extra hour of bonus features, Interactive menus and hidden Easter Eggs to discover.

ARCADE CLASSICS: The Complete History Vol. 1 is an absolute must-have for any fan seeking nostalgic, retro gaming goodness.

* re-edited visuals for this release             **re-edited visuals and audio for this release

directed by: Daniel Ibbertson aka DJ Slope
starring: various
2025 / 333 min (combined) / 1.78:1 / English DTS-HD MA 2.0

Additional info:

• Region Free Blu-ray
• Exclusive commentaries for each episode
• Namco’s first-ever arcade game
• Atari’s video arcade adventure
• Michael Jackson’s secret Neverland arcade
• Gee Bee: Namco’s first arcade game
• Japan’s spanking arcade game
• The Great Arcade Robbery
• The game that almost destroyed Nintendo
• Blu-ray & channel trailers
• English SDH subtitles