As part of Gamers Season, the Electronic Games History Museum offered parents the chance to introduce their children to the entertainment experiences of the past, allowing them to try out a wide range of classic games that defined earlier generations.
Iconic titles such as Space Invaders and Asteroids, which were tied to first-generation consoles, brought back waves of nostalgia for those who lived through the early days of gaming.
The museum showcases some of the most important consoles in the history of gaming, from the very first generation up to the latest eighth-generation devices.
Through an interactive experience that blends education and entertainment, today’s generation can journey back in time and witness the evolution of graphics, sound, and control systems—from simple buttons to motion and touch-based technologies.
The Developers’ Zone recreated the atmosphere of the past in an exciting journey through decades of gaming history, highlighting the immense progress made over the last fifty years.
From the 1970s, with consoles like Atari and Commodore 64 known for their basic visuals and simple stories, to the 1990s and 2000s when gaming became a professional, large-scale industry.
Visitors also explored key milestones such as the Magnavox Odyssey, launched in 1972 with only 12 games, and the second-generation Channel F console of 1976, which revolutionized the industry as the first to use cartridges instead of built-in storage.
The museum also featured consoles that became cultural icons, including the Nintendo Family Computer (1983), the MSX “Sakhr Computer,” and the Sega Genesis (1985).
Another highlight was the Neo Geo (1990), renowned for its advanced 3D-style graphics at the time and its ability to deliver an authentic arcade experience at home.
It is worth noting that the origins of video gaming date back to 1958, when American scientist William Higinbotham created the famous “Tic-Tac-Toe” game, marking the start of a revolutionary industry.
Since then, gaming has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar field, with classics like Space Invaders standing as enduring symbols of the early days that shaped unforgettable memories.
