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1980’s Video Games (Dorky Round)

1

When he first debuted, what character was known as "Jumpman?"
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Mario. He first appeared in the arcade game "Donkey Kong"

2

In the sequel to Donkey Kong, players take on the role of what titular character?
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Donkey Kong, Jr.

3

What Atari video game undersold so badly, that millions of cartridges were crushed and buried in New Mexico?
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E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

4

The Nintendo Entertainment System or NES, was originally known by what name?
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The Famicom
(short for Family Computer)

5

What is the highest grossing video game of all time?
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Pac-Man.
Since being released in 1980, it has earned an estimated $2.5 billion.

6

Created by animator Don Bluth, what laserdisc-based arcade game was released in 1983?
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Dragon's Lair.
The animator's company would also release Dragon's Lair II and Space Ace using similar technology.

7

What racing game welcomed players with digitized speech, telling them to "prepare to qualify?"
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Pole Position

8

In what 1985 NES game would trek all over Hyrule questing for the Triforce?
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The Legend of Zelda

9

What trackball-based arcade game had players shooting mushrooms, scorpions, spiders, and fleas?
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Centipede

10

What 1987 RPG followed the adventures of The Light Warriors?
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Final Fantasy

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Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast
Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast

Dorky Geeky Nerdy is a fun, fast-paced trivia podcast for fans of pop culture, science, movies, history, and more. Each weekly episode features 30 themed trivia questions in three rounds: Dorky (easy), Geeky (medium), and Nerdy (hard). Hosted by audiobook narrator, Brian Rollins, it’s perfect for trivia lovers, families, classrooms, and game nights. Whether you’re into Star Wars, classic literature, or U.S. presidents, there’s a topic for everyone. Boost your brainpower and enjoy new episodes every Wednesday!

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