Italy's Largest Game Museum, GAMM, Opens for Sharing Game History

Rome is now home to Italy's largest game museum, the Game Museum GAMM, which has recently opened its doors to the public. Situated in the heart of the city at Piazza della Repubblica, this innovative museum is the vision of Marco Accordi Rickards, a multifaceted individual who is a writer, journalist, professor, and the CEO of Vigamus.

Marco Rickards is deeply committed to preserving and celebrating video game culture. He describes GAMM as an immersive journey that intertwines history, technology, and gameplay exploration. The Game Museum GAMM builds on the legacy of Vigamus, another gaming museum in Rome that has welcomed over two million visitors since its inception in 2012.

Spanning 700 square meters over two levels, the Game Museum GAMM is thoughtfully divided into three captivating thematic areas. Before diving into the specifics, take a moment to explore the museum visually right here!

What You’ll Discover at GAMM, the Game Museum

The first area is the GAMMDOME, a digital playground featuring interactive stations alongside real artifacts from gaming history, such as consoles, donations, and other memorabilia. This section is built around the 4 E Concept: Experience, Exhibition, Education, and Entertainment, offering a comprehensive look at the evolution of gaming.

Next, the Path of Arcadia, or PARC, transports visitors back to the golden era of coin-operated games. This nostalgic journey covers classics from the late 1970s through the 1980s, with a touch of early 1990s charm.

Finally, the Historical Playground, or HIP, delves into the mechanics of gameplay. Here, visitors can explore the structure of games, their interaction mechanics, and design principles. It's like getting a backstage pass to the history of gaming.

The museum is open from Monday to Thursday between 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM, and on Fridays and Saturdays, it extends its hours until 11:30 PM. Admission is priced at 15 euros, and for more information, you can visit the official website of GAMM, the Game Museum.

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