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Video game industry

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 17 Collections and/or Records:

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

Michael and Muffy Berlyn papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 119.2588
Abstract

The Michael and Muffy Berlyn papers contain game design documentation, notes, sketches, memos, and other materials related to video games and other creative pursuits. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1983 and 2011.

Dates: 1978 - 2015; Majority of material found within 1983 - 2011

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

Steve Kordek coin-op and amusements collection

 Collection — Box 1-13: [Barcode: Steve Kordek coin-op and amusements collection]
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

Super Rare Games manufacturing proofs

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 123.791
Abstract

This collection consists of game box and trading card proofs created by Super Rare Games, a video game publishing company. The materials are dated from 2019 to 2021 and include SteelBook and trading card proof prints and handwritten notes.

Dates: 2019-2021

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

Women in Games at The Strong collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2020.WiG
Abstract

The Women in Games at The Strong collection is a compilation of photographs, programs, audio recordings, and text transcripts of audio interviews that took place during the Women in Games: Inspire! (2018) and Women in Games: Create! (2019) events. Digital access to these materials is through The Strong's Preservica - Universal Access site.

Dates: 2018 - 2020