Museum
National Videogame Museum (United Kingdom)
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The National Videogame Museum is a hands-on celebration of gaming culture, featuring over 100 playable games from the 1970s to today. Visitors can try classic arcade cabinets, vintage home consoles, and indie games on custom-built rigs. The museum explores the social and technological impact of video games through interactive displays and rotating exhibitions. It's a nostalgic trip for older gamers and an eye-opening experience for newcomers, with something for every skill level.
Don't miss
- Play Pong on an original 1972 arcade machine
- Try the rare 'Polybius' cabinet replica with its mysterious backstory
- Create your own pixel art at the interactive pixel station
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit National Videogame Museum (United Kingdom)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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