History of Interaction Design in Games - Lecture 1

Explore the rich history of games spanning over five millennia in this 16-minute lecture from the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). Delve into the origins of the video game industry in the 1970s and examine the evolution of game design from ancient times to the present day. Discover what defines a game, understand the motivations behind gameplay, and analyze the significant shifts in design principles from the arcade era to modern gaming. Gain insights into the appeal of interactive entertainment and the various benefits games offer. Use this lecture as a foundation for understanding interaction design in games and get an overview of what to expect from the subsequent course content.