Historical Events tagged with "arcades"

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Technology & Innovation

Atari Launches Pong, Gaming Revolution Begins

November 29th, 1972 52 years ago

Atari launched Pong, the first commercially successful video game, captivating players in arcade halls across the United States. Created by Nolan Bushnell and Al Alcorn, Pong simulated table tennis with simple graphics and sound effects. Its accessible gameplay invited players of all ages, garnering significant attention and revenue. The game was originally tested in a local bar and soon became a nationwide phenomenon, marking the birth of the video game industry.

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