Ralph H. Baer

Video game designer, created Magnavox Odyssey

Ralph H. Baer - Video game designer, created Magnavox Odyssey
Born

March 8th, 1922
103 years ago

Died

December 6th, 2014
10 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Born in Germany, later emigrated to the United States. Pioneered video game development and designed the first home video game console, the Magnavox Odyssey, released in 1972. Also developed the light gun accessory for the system and contributed to video game technology throughout his career. Received numerous accolades for innovations in video gaming.

Created the Magnavox Odyssey

Developed video game technologies

Held over 150 patents related to gaming

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