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TCW Podcast Episode 230 - Crafting the World of WarCraft

World of Warcraft has stood the test of time for twenty years, and now we can explore the fascinating history behind its creation. The developers drew inspiration from MMOs like Ultima Online, EverQuest, Anarchy Online, Dark Age of Camelot, and more, incorporating what they loved while tackling unique challenges. From art style and storytelling to quest design, factions, and PvP, every aspect of the game presented obstacles to overcome. Despite launching with several rushed elements, WoW captivated a gaming audience eager for an accessible MMO—and went on to set records for years to come

TCW 054 - Blizzard: Vikings and WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-vikings-and-warcraft/

TCW 055 - Blizzard: Hellfire and The World… of WarCraft: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/blizzard-hellfire-and-the-world%E2%80%A6-of-warcraft/

How to play Necromunda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqAxPXd5y8g

Place Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/41MvT5c

The WoW Diary: A Journal of Computer Game Development [Second Edition] (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/4kzpxNT

EverQuest Launch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AJdrc8ZsEI
TCW 219 - Diablo 1: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/diablo-1/

TCW 220 - Diablo 2: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/diablo-2/

A Brief History of Chess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeB-1F-UKO0

Tabula Rasa Gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGQ0Nb3U9kw

Tabula Rasa Box Art: https://cdn.mobygames.com/covers/4266351-richard-garriotts-tabula-rasa-pre-order-bonus-pack-windows-front.jpg

World of Warcraft Box Art: https://i.etsystatic.com/19063773/r/il/3b9985/2196312265/il_fullxfull.2196312265_13ii.jpg

WarCraft 1 Intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA40KEDV6Dc

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