Dust off that classic console, untangle those audio/visual cords, and step back into the good old days with this nostalgic journey through the most iconic objects in video game history! Video games have been a part of our culture for decades and are now more popular than ever. From the first Pong arcade game to Halo: Combat Evolved, and from the Atari 2600 to today's console wars, this remarkable collection catalogs the most iconic video game objects representing our favorite games, stories, and characters over fifty years of gaming. With this one-of-a-kind encyclopedia, you'll explore the legacy of video games throughout the decades, reliving the glory days and nostalgia of the medium though its most recognizable iconography. Learn new facts, delve into video game history, and reexperience those special moments that brought video games to where they are today. RELIVE THE GLORY DAYS: From dodging Donkey Kong's barrels to protecting the Triforce from Ganon and his army, you'll relive all your best memories playing with friends and beating bosses with your favorite characters. SHARE THE HISTORY: Veteran gamers can introduce their kids to the truly awesome games that set the standard for games today. DISCOVER THE TRUE SECRETS: Gamers will delve into new information about their favorite games and characters, including their development and impact on gaming culture.