SSRG Talk at Retro World Expo Nov 8, 2021
9The Sonic Stuff Research Group (SSRG) is known for launching the modern day Sonic ROM hacking community, which popularized and made accessible ROM hacking to the general public. It was also the starting point for various game developers, including those that worked on "Sonic Mania". SSRG co-founder Andrew Wolan will take a look back to see what motivated and inspired him to create the site, and it's lasting influence on the community.
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Blurry/blocky video due to rear camera not having the zoom set after restoring power to camera. But on the upside, I got shots of audience members not picked-up with the front camera.
Video can be improve somewhat using Topaz Labs video enhancer, but the process is time consuming. Will consider making an "enhanced" version of the video if this video draws a lot of views.
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Timeline:
0:00 - Intro
1:36 - Start of Panel / Crowd Interactions
3:57 - Intro to SSRG
10:12 - The 90's, Misconceptions & BBSes
16:22 - Web of opportunity
20:22 - Birth of "Sonic Stuff"
30:44 - Group Standards
35:20 - SFGHQ
37:20 - Why I left
39:51 - Dark side of Sonic Community
42:07 - Legacy
49:00 - Q&A
59:33 - Closing Credits
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