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On this episode of History of the 90s we look back at the rise of video game violence. Games like Doom and Mortal Kombat brought a new level of blood and gore, and they captivated players like never before. They also caused moral panic for parents and politicians who were shocked by the violence.\nGuest contact info:\nAlyse Knorr, associate professor of English at Regis University, co-editor of Switchback Books, and co-producer of the Sweetbitter podcast. She is the author of several books including Goldeneye 007 and Super Mario Bros. 3 which are both for Boss Fight Books.\nTwitter: @alyseknorr www.alyseknorr.com \nShow contact info: \nTwitter: @1990shistory\nFacebook: @1990shistory\nInstagram: @that90spodcast \nEmail: 90s@curiouscast.ca\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices