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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of competitive arcade gaming with The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters, a documentary that chronicles the intense rivalry between two men vying for the title of the world’s greatest Donkey Kong player. We break down the story of Steve Wiebe, the underdog challenger, and Billy Mitchell, the reigning champion with a controversial legacy, as their battle for the high score turns into a larger-than-life drama filled with passion, obsession, and even scandal.
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