GAMM: A Hub of Gaming History in the Heart of Italy

Rome boasts Italy's largest video game museum: GAMM, the Game Museum, is now open to the public. Situated in Piazza della Repubblica, this ambitious project is the brainchild of Marco Accordi Rickards, a writer, journalist, professor, and CEO of Vigamus.

Rickards' passion for preserving and celebrating video game history fuels GAMM, described as a journey blending historical context, technological innovation, and interactive gameplay exploration. GAMM builds upon the legacy of Vigamus, a previous Rome-based gaming museum that attracted over two million visitors since its 2012 opening.

The expansive 700-square-meter museum, spread across two floors, features three captivating thematic zones. Before exploring these areas in detail, take a peek at the museum's highlights:

Exploring GAMM's Interactive Exhibits:

• GAMMDOME: A digital playground incorporating interactive stations and authentic gaming artifacts, including consoles and donated items. The design is based on the 4E concept: Experience, Exhibition, Education, and Entertainment.

• Path of Arcadia (PARC): A nostalgic trip back to the golden age of arcade games, showcasing classics from the late 1970s through the 1980s, with a touch of early 1990s nostalgia.

• Historical Playground (HIP): This zone delves into game mechanics, dissecting game structures, interaction designs, and development rules, offering a behind-the-scenes look at gaming history.

GAMM is open from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM Monday to Thursday, and extends its hours to 11:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets cost 15 euros. For further information, visit the official GAMM, the Game Museum website.

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