history of gaming
characters and consoles
Gamer Trivia
100

This was the first commercial video game in history, released in 1972 and consisted of a simple tennis match on screen.

¿Qué es Pong?

100

This Italian plumber with a red cap is Nintendo's most famous character and one of the icons of world gaming.

Who is Mario?

100

This block-building video game was created by Russian Alexey Pajitnov in 1984 and has become one of the best-selling and most recognizable in the world.

What is Tetris?

200

This Japanese company, famous for creating Mario and Zelda, began in 1889 manufacturing Hanafuda cards before turning to video games.

What is Nintendo?

200

This Microsoft console was the first to have Xbox Live, an online service that allowed you to play with other people over the internet.

What is Xbox?

200

This open-world video game from Rockstar Games allows players to explore cities, steal cars, and complete criminal missions.

What is Grand Theft Auto?

300

This Sony console, released in 1994, revolutionized the market by using compact discs (CDs) instead of cartridges.

What is PlayStation?

300

This blue hedgehog from SEGA is known for his great speed and his historic rivalry with Mario.

Who is Sonic?

300

In this popular cube-based building and exploration game, players can create their own world, mine resources, and face off against creatures like Creepers.

What is Minecraft?