Oh the wonderful, wonderful Pong that we all used to know and love. It has come so far since then in the world of interactive gaming (video games, if you will).
Games have evolved from a simple pastime into a lifestyle. Video games have become more realistic in just about every aspect (for anyone who has ever played Grand Theft Auto), more interactive (motion sensor controllers, etc.), and yes, slightly more vulgar (ok more than slightly).
Gaming has become 10 times the experience it was in the old days, but still, one must never forgot where they came from. From sports, to Pac Man, to wicked controllers, I present to you 30 innovations from the history of gaming.
30 Gametastic Wonders
29
Video Games Gone Wild
Vagina Hero
28
37 Retro Video Game Revivals
27
Violent & Offensive Video Games
'Rapelay' Removed From Amazon After Public Objects
26
Sarah Palin Video Games
Political Gamers Rock their Vote
25
Video games get very, very naughty
24
Big Band Video Games
Guitar Hero Aerosmith (Part 2)
23
Dressing As Video Game Heroes
Slobs Of Gaming Costumes
22
Olympic Video Games
Sega Beijing 2008 Olympics
21
Street Style Video Games
Pop Cutie! Street Fashion Simulation
20
Ultra Realistic Video Games
NBA 2K7 Preview
19
Real-Life Video Games
‘Bike Hero'
18
Video Games for Boomers
Mamma Mia and SingStar ABBA for PlayStation
17
Offensive Video Games
‘Fat Princess' Outrages Feminists
16
YouTube Video Games
'Street Fighter' Takes Online Gaming to a New Viral Dimension
15
Art Inspired by Video Games
'Jab Strong Fierce' Exhibition Showcases "Street Fighter" Fandom
14
Video Games Get Real
Gran Turismo 5 HD
13
Political Video Games
Obama and Sarah Palin as Mercenaries
12
Streaming Video Games
OnLive is Poised to Make Separate Game Consoles Obsolete
11
Pimped Out Toilet Has Video Games, DVD, Beer Tap
10
Video Game Controller Belts
Nesbuckels
9
Live-Action Classic Video Games
Pac-Man The Movie
8
Video Game Board Games
Nintendo Monopoly
7
Mind Contoller for Video Games
6
Comic Book Video Games
Batman Arkham Asylum by Rocksteady
5
LEGO Video Games
Leaked Details of LEGO Rock Band Have Musical Geeks Cheering
4
Skateboard Controllers
Activision Gives Sneak Peek of ‘Tony Hawk Ride' Video Game
3
Physics-Themed Video Games
'World of Goo' Will Turn Any Engineer Into An Addict
2
Lego Video Games
Virtual Worlds Recreated With Lego
1
Magical Game Teasers
New Harry Potter Video Game Trailer Taunts Fans
Related Ideas
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Nostalgic Computer Graphic Cameras
Retrospekt and Polaroid Collaborated on a New Camera
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Branded Automotive Gaming Controllers
The Ferrari Nintendo Steering Wheel is Highly Detailed
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Folding All-in-One Entertainment Systems
The PlayStation Capsule by Alisher Ashimov is Retro
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
AI-Powered Choose-Your-Own Adventure Books
Playbrary GPT Merges Literature with Gaming
Stylish Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition is Chic
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Retro Burger Video Games
Chili's Big Smasher BurgerTime Immerses Fans in a Reinvented Arcade Game
Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG35XX H Pays Homage to the History of Gaming
Cozy Video Game Loungewear
The Super Mario Meets Gelato Pique Collection is Arriving in Japan
Building Block Gaming Consoles
The LEGO PS One by GoofySwan099 is Highly Detailed
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Vertical Layout Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20 Pro Plays 16-bit-era Games with Ease
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers
The Octopus Arcade Stick Brings the Arcade to the Living Room
Video Game-Based Prize Packages
This KRAFT Mac & Cheese x Nintendo Collab Boasts Game Elements
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games
Hasbro Transforms a Classic with the Monopoly Board Crawl
AI-Generated Personalized Animations
The Simulation Puts Fans into an AI South Park Episode
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Wireless Controller Custom Kits
8BitDo Introduces the NGC Mod Kit for Custom Experiences
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
4K Display Arcade Games
The AtGames Legends 4KP Digital Pinball Machine Has Virtual Design
Nostalgic Gamer Smartphone Wallets
The elago Game Boy MagSafe Wallet is Nintendo-Inspired
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Ultra-Miniature Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Unveiled the RG28XX to Play Retro Games in your Pocket
Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld
tinyPod Transforms the Apple Watch Into an iPod Replica
Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveils Exclusive X-Men ’97 Xbox and Series X
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Retro Handheld Computers
soulscircuit Draws Nostalgic Elements with Raspberry Pi and Pilet 5
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices
Ahmed Esmael Designs a New Range of Retro Device Concepts
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Board Game-Themed Fashions
The Shoe Palace x Monopoly Collection Includes an Array of Styles
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Cartoon-Inspired Game Consoles
Microsoft Presents the Limited SpongeBob SquarePants Xbox Series X
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Cartoon Mascot Farming Games
Sunblink Announced 'Hello Kitty Island Adventure' for Apple Arcade
All-Aluminum Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Pocket Aluminum Comes in Four Colors
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Villainous Board Game Campaigns
The Monopoly All is Fair Campaign Leans into Competition
Nugget-Inspired Video Games
McDonalds and The Sandbox Create the McNuggets Land Game
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Updated Traditional Game Experiences
Admiral Clash Reimagines Battleship in New Angle
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Singer-Collaborated Game Campaigns
Nintendo and Raye Join Forces on a Series of Advertisements
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
Game Console Replication Kits
FunnyPlaying's FPGBC Uses FPGA to Replicate the GameBoy
Retro Arcade Circuit Boards
Atari Debujts a Series of Retro Circuit Boards for its Modern Audience
Modular Arcade Gaming Systems
The Polycade Sente System is an Innovative Gaming Design
Pizza-Themed Arcade Games
Mike’s Hot Honey Launched an 80s-Inspired Game Called Slice Hunter
Challenging Sensory Games
Toy Mania's Quick Pops Feature Four Game Modes
Miniature Retro Consoles
The Atari 400 is Downsized for the Modern Era in 'THE 400 MINI'
Nostalgic Motion Games
Hungry Hungry Hippos: Move N' Munch Reimagines a Classic Game with AI Tech
Handheld PC-Grade Gaming Systems
The ONE XPLAYER X1 Has a 10.95-Inch Display and More
Handhand Console Game Launches
Mars After Midnight will be Launching on Playdate Soon
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Rebooted Fan-Favorite Skating Games
EA Games is Bringing Back Popular 'skate' Franchise
Game Controller-Inspired Pasta Shapes
PlayStation Joins Pasta Garofalo on Play Your Pasta
Expanded-Capacity Game Cartridges
Evercade's 'Giga Carts' Enable Larger, More Ambitious Titles
Reimagined Retro Gaming Consoles
The Atari 2600+ Console Brings Back a Classic 1980 System
Remastered Fan-Favorite RPGs
Nintendo is Bringing Back the Critically-Acclaimed Paper Mario Title
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Units
The Analogue Pocket GBC Colors Edition is Limited in Numbers
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Original Controller Modification Kits
8BitDo's Newest Mod Kit Transforms Original GC Controllers
Haunting Gaming Adventures
The New Hauntii XBOX Game Is Super Mario Inspired
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Racing Video Game-Inspired Blocks
LEGO Introduces the Dynamic Super Mario Kart Set
Foldable Gaming Controller Concepts
The Swift Game Controller Concept Makes it Easily Portable
Finger-Sized Throwing Games
Tactic Games Launches the New Mölkky Minipeli Skittle-Throwing Game
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Gamepad-Like Game Controllers
CRKD Introduces the NES-Style Neo S Game Controller
Game Preservation Initiatives
GOG is Launching an Official Preservation Program for Video Games
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Cartoon Cat Board Games
Hasbro Presents a Special Hello Kitty Monopoly Game for Her Anniversary
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Iconic Game Presentation Events
Nintendo is Hosting a Dedicated 'Direct' for Super Mario Wonder
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Hardware-Brand Gaming Handhelds
The Zotac Zone is Coming Soon from the Motherboard Manufacturer
Modernized Retro Controllers
8BitDo Released an Officially-Licensed NeoGeo CD Controller
Color-Matched Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Classic Limited Edition Pockets Come in Eight Colors
Gaming Console Energy Supplements
The G FUEL Atari 2600+ Pays Homage to the Golden Era of Gaming
Backwards-Compatible Gaming Consoles
This Atari 7800 Plus Console Will Run the Original Cartridges
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Retro Basketball Arcade James
Arcade1Up Presents Two New NBA Jam Cabinet Game Consoles
Handheld Cartridge-Style Consoles
The 'Super Pocket' is a Portable Game Console with Themed Skins
Cartoon-Themed Gaming Controllers
PowerA Unveils a Kirby Wireless Controller for Switch and PC
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Speed Completion Video Games
Nintendo's NES Classics Game Challenges Players to Play Quickly
Voice-Controlled Gamepads
The 'Stoga' is a Smart Game Pad with Voice-Controlled Macros
Pink Tonal Gaming Controllers
Nintendo Previews the Upcoming Pink Colorway for the Joycons
Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings
Minecraft Honors Anniversary with a Pixel Art Collection
Remade 2D Animation Games
Dragon Quest is Reimagined into 2D Animation Video Games
Next-Gen Crime Games
Rockstar Games is Set to Launch 'Grand Theft Auto VI' in 2025
Regal Adventure Game Designs
The Princess Peach: Showtime! Game Has a Simplistic Mission
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Classic Platforming Game Sequels
Nintendo Announced 'Mario vs. Donkey Kong' Inspired by GBA Games
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Basketball Gaming Additions
Nintendo Adds Basketball to Nintendo Switch Sports
Interactive Entertainment Board Games
MONOPOLY GO! Transforms Digital Mobile Game into Real Play
Holographic Video Game Characters
Proto Uses ProtoHologram to Create a Digital Mario
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Alien-Hunting AR Games
Google and Taito Release a Pokémon-Style AR Game with Aliens
Platforming Game Spin-Offs
Nintendo Announced 'Princess Peach: Showtime' Focusing on the Character
Retro Game Console Cartridge
Atari is Launching a New Save Mary Cartridge for a Retro Console
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Indie Game-Adapted Movies
The El Paso, Elsewhere Game is Getting Turned into a Movie
Cartoon-Inspired Animated Games
The Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland Game Nods to the 90s
Classic Adventure Title Releases
Nintendo Released Two Classic Legend of Zelda Games on NSO