Biography of a Board Game 217.5 - Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots

Ludology

• Episode: Biography of a Board Game 217.5 - Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots
• Website: Ludology
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• Duration: 00:10:40
• Published: 2020-02-02 18:00

Scott uncovers the history of the classic game Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots, which has been delighting kids (and kids-at-heart) since 1964. He discusses the influences that converged in making the game, why the combatants are robots, and how it's influenced everything from video games to real-life combat robotics.