The first video game was created in 1958 by physicist William Higinbotham called "Tennis for Two" using an oscilloscope.
In the 1970s, arcade games such as Pong and Space Invaders became popular and brought video games into the mainstream.
In 1972, Magnavox released the first home video game console, the Odyssey
The release of Atari 2600 in 1977 marked the beginning of the golden age of video games.
In the 1980s, game development became more sophisticated with the introduction of 3D graphics and sound.
The video game crash of 1983 led to the bankruptcy of many video game companies and the temporary decline of the industry.
In 1985, Nintendo released the NES, which revitalized the video game industry and introduced iconic franchises like Super Mario Bros.
The 1990s saw the rise of PC gaming and the development of online multiplayer games like Doom and Quake.
The 2000s saw a shift towards console gaming with the release of PlayStation 2, Xbox, and Nintendo GameCube.
In recent years, advancements in technology have led to the rise of mobile gaming and virtual reality, opening up new avenues for video game development.