Long before home consoles became common, classic arcade games were the only gaming entertainment people had to satisfy their urge to play. In the 1970s and early 1980s, players gathered around fancy ‘upright cabinets,’ learning controls through repetition. Games like Pong and Donkey Kong captured the hearts of gamers, setting them up for a lifetime of competition and glorious frustration.
Computer Space
One of the earliest arcade video games, remembered for its complex controls and futuristic cabinet design.
Gun Fight
An early two player shooter using joysticks, notable for introducing character based combat on screen.
Sea Wolf
A submarine simulation game that used periscope style controls, popular in arcades and bars.
