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Computer games

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 26 Collections and/or Records:

Penguin Software collection

 Collection — Box 1-2: [Barcode: Penguin Software collection]
Identifier: 114.52
Abstract

The Penguin Software collection is a compilation of game design documentation, correspondence, text drafts, publications, computer code printouts, and floppy disks created or used by Mark Pelczarski of Penguin Software (later Polarware). The bulk of the materials are dated between 1982 and 1986.

Dates: 1970-2013; Majority of material found in 1982-1986

Scott Adams papers

 Collection — Box 1-4: [Barcode: Scott Adams papers]
Identifier: 117.2818
Abstract

The Scott Adams papers are a compilation of printed source code, notes, correspondence, publicity materials, and personal papers relating to Scott Adams or his software company, Adventure International. The bulk of the materials are from 1978-1987.

Dates: 1970 - 2015; Majority of material found within 1978 - 1987

Sumerian Game collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 116.sumer
Abstract The Sumerian Game collection contains three teletype printouts from the Sumerian Game (also called Sumer), one of the first educational computer games, along with photographic slides and a research report filed to the Office of Education at the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. The dated materials are from 1962-1967, though some items are undated. Scans of the slides were...
Dates: 1962-1967; 2015

Tengen, Inc. records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 114.tengen
Abstract

The Tengen, Inc. records contain artwork, promotional and trade show materials, posters, correspondence, photographs, assembly drawings, and schematics. A sizeable portion of this collection covers marketing and publicity in the form of sell sheets. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1987 and 1994.

Dates: 1985 - 1995; Majority of material found within 1987 - 1994

Tom Sloper papers

 Collection
Identifier: 121.5953
Abstract

This collection documents Tom Sloper’s role in the toy and videogame industry, specifically his consultant work and expertise in Mah-Jongg games. The bulk of materials are dated from 1983-2000.

Dates: 1974-2019; Majority of material found within 1983-2000

Wargaming.net records

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: Wargaming.net records]
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