ビデオゲームの歴史

🎮 Did you know today’s video games got their start in science labs back in the 1950s? It’s true!
In this exciting, one-time class, we’ll take a time-traveling journey through the history of video games—from early experiments on giant computers to the high-powered consoles of today.

Together, we’ll explore:

🕹️ The earliest games ever made, including OXO (1952), Tennis for Two (1958), and Spacewar! (1962)

👨‍🔬 Meet the “Father of Video Games,” Ralph Baer, and learn how his invention, The Brown Box, became the first home video game console

👾 Step into the 1980s arcade era and explore why games like Pac-Man and Donkey Kong became instant cultural phenomena

👨‍👩‍👧 Understand the concerns of the time, like fears over screen time and social interaction—and how companies like Nintendo and Sega reshaped the conversation

🧠 Reflect on modern gaming, talk about the most popular systems today, and share what we love about games—our favorites, memories, and what keeps us playing!

This class blends tech history, pop culture, and open discussion. It’s perfect for curious gamers who want to learn where it all began—and how we got to the incredible worlds we play in today.