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Professor Quizmaster film reels

 Collection
Identifier: 117.10028
Abstract

This collection contains five 35mm film rolls containing individual frames with trivia questions and answer selections designed for use in Professor Quizmaster coin-operated arcade amusement machines, introduced in 1968 in the United States, France, and other countries. The game was sold by Mondial International, Inc. Four of the film reels are in English, and one roll is in French.

Dates: 1968-1969

Ralph H. Baer papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2013.baer
Abstract

The Ralph H. Baer papers are a compilation of correspondence, game designs, drawings, notes, reference materials, photographs, product descriptions, digital videos, schematics, electronic components, and manuals utilized by Ralph H. Baer throughout his lengthy career in the toy and game industry. The bulk of the materials are from 1975 through 1998.

Dates: 1968 - 2010; Majority of material found within 1975 - 1998

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

Sid Sackson collection

 Collection — Box: 1-48
Identifier: 2016.sackson
Abstract

The Sid Sackson collection is a compilation of diaries, correspondence, notes, game descriptions, and publications created or used by Sid Sackson during his lengthy career in the toy and game industry. The bulk of the materials are from between 1960 and 1995.

Digitized diaries and related documentation can be accessed through The Sid Sackson Portal.

Dates: 1867 - 2003; Majority of material found within 1960 - 1995

Steve Kordek coin-op and amusements collection

 Collection — Box: 1-13
Identifier: 116.7102
Abstract

The Steve Kordek coin-op and amusements collection is a compilation of fliers, brochures, hand-outs, manuals, and catalogs collected by Kordek during his six decades in the coin-operated games industry. The bulk of the materials are from 1968 through 1995.

Dates: 1948 - 2004; Majority of material found within 1968 - 1995

Terrell Touchstone Sim floppy disks

 File
Identifier: 120.4516
Abstract

Two 3.5" floppy disks of Maxis prototypes, SimEnvironment (c. 1992) and SimRefinery (c. 1993).

Dates: 1992-1993, 2020

Tim Walsh papers

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: 111.5211
Abstract

The Tim Walsh papers are a compilation of biographical and historical information, press kits, game advertisements, and interview transcripts from game designer and author Tim Walsh of The Playmakers. The materials in this collection are from 1996 through 2011.

Dates: 1996-2011

Tom Loughry papers

 Collection — Box: 1-7
Identifier: 123.4023
Abstract

This collection consists of the papers of Tom Loughry, co-founder of Cheshire Engineering and video game designer. The materials are dated from 1978 to 1993, with the bulk of the materials between 1980 and 1985. The papers are comprised of marketing materials, source code, game reviews, administrative documents and more.

Dates: 1978-1993; Majority of material found within 1980-1985

United Manufacturing Co. records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2019.united
Abstract

The United Manufacturing Co. records are an assemblage of game design documentation (mainly wiring diagrams and disc diagrams) for projects produced by United during the late 1940s through its merger with Williams in 1964.

Dates: 1945 - 1964

Wargaming.net records

 Collection — Container: digital collection
Identifier: 118.2333
Abstract

The Wargaming.net records are a compilation of photos, videos, graphics, presentations, and text documents created by staff at Wargaming.net. Materials include product photos, convention photos, staff information, studio documentation, promotional videos, press releases, and more. The bulk of the materials are dated between 2012-2018.

Dates: 2009 - 2018

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Channel F (Video game console) 1
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Atari, Inc. 9
Williams Electronics, Inc. 7
Parker Brothers, Inc. 6
Bally Midway Mfg. Co. 5
Mattel, Inc. 5
Midway Manufacturing Co. 5
Atari Games Corporation 4
Bally Manufacturing Corporation 4
Milton Bradley Company 4
WMS Industries, Inc. 4
Williams Manufacturing Co. 4
3M Company 3
Atari (U.S.) Corp. 3
Baer, Ralph H. 3
Bushnell, Nolan 3
Electronic Arts (Firm) 3
Fedesna, Ken 3
Hasbro, Inc. 3
Kordek, Steve 3
Orbanes, Philip E. 3
Activision (Firm) 2
Allied Leisure Industries, Inc. 2
Arneson, Dave, 1947-2009 2
Association for Games & Puzzles International (2017-) (AGPI) 2
Berry, Danielle Paula 2
Bunten Berry, Dani 2
Bunten, Dan 2
CAPCOM Co. 2
Cheng, Regan 2
Chicago Coin Machine Co. 2
Dabney, Ted 2
DeMar, Larry 2
Dicker, Sam 2
Dunnigan, James F. (Jim) 2
Fairchild (Firm) 2
Foss, Herbert 2
Gomez, George 2
Gygax, Gary 2
Hata, Ken 2
Horlick, Gordon 2
Huang, Barney 2
Lawlor, Patrick ("Pat") 2
Maxis (Firm) 2
McCaffer, John 2
Ozark Softscape, Inc. 2
Ritchie, Mark 2
Sackson, Sid 2
Sega Enterprises, Inc. 2
Selchow & Righter 2
Stern Electronics, Inc. 2
Takaichi, Pete 2
Time Warner, Interactive Group 2
United Manufacturing Co. 2
Walsh, Tim 2
Warner Bros. 2
Williams Electronics Games, Inc. 2
Williams, Harry E. 2
Winning Moves Games (Firm) 2
AMOA (Association) 1
Abbot, Mike 1
Abbott, Bob 1
Abbott, Robert 1
Accolade, Inc. 1
Alcorn, Al 1
Alderac Entertainment Group 1
Alexander, Bill 1
American Folklore Society 1
Anderson, Theodore W. 1
Anspach, Ralph 1
Association for the Study of Play 1
Atari, Inc. Home Computer Division 1
Avalon Hill Game Company 1
Azrak-Hamway International, Inc. (AHI) 1
BBC Television 1
Barker, M.A.R. 1
Barker, Phillip 1
Becher, Ronnie 1
Beller, Dorene 1
Bieza, Larry 1
Big Monster Toys 1
Blahuta, George T. 1
Bleich, Chuck 1
Bloomfield, Eamon 1
Booty, Matt 1
Braun, David 1
Break My Game 1
Bristow, Steve 1
Britz, John Anthony 1
Brodman, Arlene 1
Brown, Stuart L. 1
Brøderbund Software, Inc. 1
Burkatovskiy, Sergey 1
Business Builders (Firm) 1
CBS, Inc. 1
Campaign Game Co. 1
Carlson, Dale 1
Carlston, Doug 1
Cashion, Ted H. 1
Casino, Steve 1
Chann, Katherine 1