Rome's newest and largest video game museum, GAMM (Game Museum), is officially open! Located in Piazza della Repubblica, this impressive museum is the creation of Marco Accordi Rickards, a writer, journalist, professor, and CEO of Vigamus.
Rickards, a passionate advocate for video game preservation, describes GAMM as a journey blending history, technology, and interactive gameplay. The museum builds upon the legacy of Vigamus, another successful Rome-based gaming museum that has attracted over two million visitors since 2012.
GAMM boasts 700 square meters of exhibition space across two floors, divided into three captivating thematic areas. Take a peek!
Explore GAMM's Interactive Exhibits:
GAMMDOME: A digital playground featuring interactive stations and authentic gaming artifacts, including consoles and donated items. The experience is built around the 4 E Concept: Experience, Exhibition, Education, and Entertainment.
Path of Arcadia (PARC): Step back in time to the golden age of arcade games! Experience classic coin-op games from the late 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s.
Historical Playground (HIP): Delve into the mechanics and design of games. This area offers a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of game development, exploring gameplay structures and interaction mechanics.
Visiting GAMM:
GAMM is open Monday through Thursday from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays until 11:30 PM. Tickets cost 15 euros. Visit the official GAMM website for more information.
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