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90: The Last Detail with Alex Cox

Thoroughly Considered · 9 Dec 2022 · 1h 06m · Episode 90

What this episode covers

Alex Cox, host of podcasts including Do By Friday and Roboism, discusses the design, ergonomics, and cultural impact of the Game Boy Color with hosts Dan Provost and Tom Gerhardt. They analyze the device's shift from the angular original Game Boy to a softer, more ergonomic form factor, its role in popularizing the late-90s 'clear plastic' aesthetic, and the evolution of Nintendo's industrial design philosophy. The conversation also covers the device's durability, the rise of accessory culture, and the enduring legacy of its physical controls.

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large enterprises

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Mentioned

Companies
Nintendo, Panic
Products
Game Boy Color, Game Boy Pocket, Pokemon Crystal, Analog Pocket, iMac G3, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo DS, GameCube, PlayStation, Steam Deck, Playdate
Also
Dieter Rams

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