GAMM: Largest Museum In Italy Marks a Milestone in Preserving Historic Games

Rome's newest attraction: GAMM, the Game Museum! A sprawling 700-square-meter space, GAMM is now open to the public in Piazza della Repubblica. The brainchild of Marco Accordi Rickards (writer, journalist, professor, and CEO of Vigamus), GAMM represents a significant leap forward in preserving and celebrating video game history. Building on the legacy of Vigamus, a Rome-based gaming museum that has welcomed over two million visitors since 2012, GAMM promises an immersive journey blending history, technology, and interactive gameplay.

Explore GAMM's three distinct zones:

• GAMMDOME: A dynamic digital playground featuring interactive exhibits and authentic gaming artifacts, including consoles and donated items. The 4E Concept (Experience, Exhibition, Education, and Entertainment) guides this area's design.

• PARC (Path of Arcadia): Step back in time to the golden age of arcade games! Relive the classics from the late 70s, 80s, and a touch of early 90s nostalgia.

• HIP (Historical Playground): Delve into the mechanics of game design. This zone offers a behind-the-scenes look at game structure, interaction, and design rules – a backstage pass to gaming history.

Visiting GAMM:

GAMM is open Monday-Thursday, 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, and Friday-Saturday, 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM. Tickets are €15. Visit the official GAMM website for more information.

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