Video Game Invasion: The History of a Global Obsession
“From Pong to Pac-Man and Beyond...”
2004•1h 30m•7.5•Released
Documentary
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.
Director
David Comtois
Writer
David Comtois, Frankie Glass
Budget
$0M
Languages
English
Studio
Beantown Productions
Cast
Tony Hawk
Self
Nolan Bushnell
Self
David Crane
Self
Ralph H. Baer
Self
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