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Video Game Invasion: The History of a Global Obsession

Video Game Invasion: The History of a Global Obsession

From Pong to Pac-Man and Beyond...

Genres

Documentary

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A breakthrough documentary on the multi-billion dollar industry & the pioneers behind the blips on the screen. Decades later it's all gone extreme! Go beyond the pixels and behind the scenes for the true story about video games. Hosted by Tony Hawk, world champion skateboarder and co-creator of such hit video games as "Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater" and "Tony Hawk’s Underground," VIDEO GAME INVASION explores the creation of video games in an entertaining and comprehensive fashion, taking viewers through the maze of games that comprised the evolution of video gaming.

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Budget

$300000

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

90 mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

21 March 2004

Country

United States of America

Cast

Tony Hawk

Tony Hawk

Self

Nolan Bushnell

Nolan Bushnell

Self

David Crane

David Crane

Self

Ralph H. Baer

Ralph H. Baer

Self

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