Optical media—a.k.a. DVDs, Blu-rays and CDs—have played a tremendous role in the development of video games for the PC and console platforms. Developed and made for mass consumption in the early '90s, discs were pivotal for their ability to store massive amounts of data at relatively low costs, making it possible for the video game industry to become as big as it is today.
In our latest video, we take a look at ten facts about discs that you probably didn't know about. We cover everything from the origins of the medium to little known details about it.
Check it out above.
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