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1971 is the first year of the commercial video game industry with the release of Computer Space by Nutting Associates and Galaxy Game by Mini-Computer Applications. The majority of digital games remained on mainframe computers and time-sharing networks, while an increasing number were demonstrated outside of computing audiences.
Nov 21, 2012 · They just posted a new timeline that attempts to boil down the history of video games in a series of single slides, beginning at a date they peg as the start of the whole industry. Can you...
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- Magnavox Odyssey - September 1972. The Magnavox Odyssey was a Ralph Baer creation and the first attempt at a home console video game. It was released in September 1972.
- Arcade Pong - November 1972. Pong was developed by Al Alcorn and Nolan Bushnell and would be the first game to really begin the video game industry. Although this is a console timeline, Pong deserves mention because of its immense popularity and eventual port.
- Atari 2600 - September 1977. The Magnavox Odyssey was a pioneer, but the Atari 2600 made the home console a common fixture in the house during the 1980s.
- Intellivision - 1979. This is another console that was released before I was born, and it would be something that would give the Atari 2600 a one-two punch.
1971 is the first year of the commercial video game industry with the release of Computer Space by Nutting Associates and Galaxy Game by Mini-Computer Applications.
Years are annotated with significant events in the history of video games. 1970s. 1970 – Initial development begins on the first commercial video game, Computer Space. The first North American Computer Chess Championship is held. 1971 – Computer Space and Galaxy Game are released. The Oregon Trail is first demonstrated. [ 1][ 2]
Jan 5, 2024 · Explore the fascinating history of video games and the key milestones that have shaped the industry. From Pong to VR, this article takes you on a journey through time.