International Video Game Hall of Fame, Video game award in United States of America
The International Video Game Hall of Fame is an exhibition that honors major achievements in the video game industry and displays memorable works from gaming history. The institution presents a broad collection of consoles, games, and materials that document how this medium developed over the decades.
The museum was founded to honor pioneers and groundbreaking works in the video game industry and recognize their contributions to entertainment. Its location in Ottumwa shows how a smaller town committed itself to preserving this gaming history.
The museum displays how video games have shaped entertainment and how players connect with the works shown here. Visitors can see which games and creators hold special meaning in their communities.
Visitors will find exhibits to explore that cover different areas of gaming history and development. It helps to come with an open curiosity, as there is much to discover and time passes quickly.
Ottumwa holds the title of the Video Game Capital of the World and hosts this institution as the center of this surprising cultural identity. The town has deliberately positioned itself as a refuge for preserving and celebrating gaming heritage.
Location: Ottumwa
Official opening: July 9, 2010
Website: http://ivghof.info
GPS coordinates: 41.05110,-92.40900
Latest update: December 20, 2025 19:40
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