504: “I’d Never Even Seen a Computer Until I Worked at Sierra!” – Mark Crowe on Space Quest - The Retro Hour Podcast EP504

This week we're joined by Sierra legend Mark Crowe, co-creator of the Space Quest series and one half of the iconic Two Guys from Andromeda. Mark reveals how he went from never touching a computer to helping define the golden age of adventure gaming, working alongside Roberta Williams, Disney, and a hapless space janitor named Roger Wilco. Plus, we hear about the long-awaited reunion that brought Space Venture to life.

Contents:

00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
58:10 - Mark Crowe Interview

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Show notes

Sugar Ghouls: tinyurl.com/4kjjxvw2
Amiga Addict Amiga Format issue: tinyurl.com/53vsfmtd
The A1200: tinyurl.com/538trdxx
MD Engine: tinyurl.com/yea8r8fn
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