Rome's newest attraction: GAMM, the Game Museum! Now open to the public in Piazza della Repubblica, this expansive museum is the creation of Marco Accordi Rickards, a writer, journalist, professor, and CEO of Vigamus.
Rickards, a passionate advocate for video game preservation, describes GAMM as a captivating journey blending history, technology, and interactive gameplay. The museum builds upon the success of Vigamus, another Roman gaming museum that has drawn over two million visitors since 2012.
GAMM boasts 700 square meters across two floors, divided into three distinct thematic zones. Get a sneak peek below!
Explore GAMM's Interactive Zones:
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GAMMDOME: A dynamic digital playground featuring interactive exhibits alongside authentic gaming artifacts, including consoles and donated items. This area embodies the 4 E Concept: Experience, Exhibition, Education, and Entertainment.
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Path of Arcadia (PARC): Journey back to the golden age of arcade games! Relive the classics from the late 1970s through the 1980s, with a touch of early '90s nostalgia.
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Historical Playground (HIP): Delve into the mechanics of game design! This zone offers a behind-the-scenes look at game structure, interaction mechanics, and design principles.
Visiting GAMM:
GAMM is open Monday to Thursday, 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays until 11:30 PM. Tickets cost 15 euros. Visit the official GAMM website for more information.
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