Video Game Invasion: The History of a Global Obsession

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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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    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.

  • Release Date

    2004-03-21

  • Average

    7

  • Rating:

    3.5 starts
  • Tagline

    From Pong to Pac-Man and Beyond...

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    English
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