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List 03. Archival Collections Related to Video and Other Electronic Games

 Record Group
Identifier: List 03
Collections within the archives that relate to video game companies, video game design, video game history, and the development of video and other electronic games.

Found in 130 Collections and/or Records:

Elizabeth LaPensée papers

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: Elizabeth LaPensée papers]
Identifier: 119.3593
Abstract

The Elizabeth LaPensée papers are a digital collection containing graphics and videos relating to Honour Water (2016) and Thunderbird Strike (2017), two games created by LaPensée.

Dates: 2016 - 2017

11 bit studios records

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: 11 bit studios records]
Identifier: 119.3365
Abstract

The 11 bit studios records contain graphics, game screenshots, videos, fact sheets, and other digital materials relating to games This War of Mine, Beat Cop, Frostpunk, and Moonlighter.

Dates: 2014 - 2019

David Jaffe papers

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: David Jaffe papers]
Identifier: 118.10879
Abstract

The David Jaffe papers are a digital collection of two games developed by game industry veteran David Jaffe. Files relate to two cancelled projects: “Dark Guns” for Sony PlayStation (1997-1999) and “VBL” for PlayStation 4 (2017-2018).

Dates: Majority of material found within 1997 - 1999; Majority of material found within 2017 - 2018

LGBTQ Game Archive collection

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: LGBTQ Game Archive collection]
Identifier: 120.4257
Abstract

The LGBTQ Game Archive collection is a collection of primary sources (including websites, articles, blogs, forums, videos, and screenshots) used in the creation of the LGBTQ Game Archive.

Dates: 1986 - 2020

Rainbow Arcade collection

 Collection — digital
Identifier: 120.4259
Abstract

The Rainbow Arcade collection is a compilation of digital materials related to the Rainbow Arcade exhibition hosted by the Schwules Museum in Berlin, Germany from December 13, 2018 through May 13, 2019.

Dates: 2009 - 2020; Majority of material found within 2018 - 2019

Denise Chaudhari papers

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 120.1840
Abstract

The Denise Chaudhari papers are a compilation of industrial designs for the original Xbox “Duke” controller and associated accessories. These drawings are from 2000 and 2001.

Dates: 2000 - 2001

Ruth Leavitt Fallon papers

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 2021.leavitt
Abstract

The Ruth Leavitt Fallon papers are a compilation of materials related to the career of computer artist Ruth Leavitt Fallon, including documentation on the word processing program Write Island and an art piece titled The Creative Muse.

Dates: 1984 - 2019; Majority of material found in 1984-1985, c. 2008-2009

Mark B. Lesser papers

 Collection — Box 1-3: [Barcode: Mark B. Lesser papers]
Identifier: 119.3686
Abstract

The Mark B. Lesser papers are a compilation of technical documentation, notes, memos, and other information related to the programming of Mattel Electronics’ handheld games (including Auto Race, Football, and Baseball), as well as documentation for other video game designs. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1976 and 1978.

Dates: 1973 - 1999; Majority of material found within 1976 - 1978

Sam Dicker papers

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 118.8353
Abstract

The Sam Dicker papers are a compilation of graphics drafts, source code, a printed manual, and other ephemera related to the Williams Electronics’ arcade game Defender.

Dates: 1980 - 1983

Larry Bieza coin-op and amusements history collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 119.6425
Abstract

The Larry Bieza coin-op and amusements history collection is a compilation of published fliers, original and photocopied reference, company memos, photographs, and other documentation relating to the history of various coin-operated game and amusement companies and their products. The bulk of the materials are from the 1930s-1980s.

Dates: 1903 - 2009