How Videogames Changed the World

Overview

From Pong to Grand Theft Auto, Charlie Brooker delves into the history of videogames and pulls out a selection of its most significant titles. From Atari to Angry Birds, How Videogames Changed the World explores how interactive entertainment evolved from a penny arcade diversion into a medium that some believe is art, and shows how it is changing the way we work, communicate and, of course, play. Joined by Jonathan Ross, Dara O'Briain and gaming legends like Will Wright and John Romero, Brooker looks at how videogames have become the most progressive art form of the last 40 years. This humorous and insightful tour will surprise and entertain the uninitiated and dedicated gamers alike.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

November 30, 2013

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

Channel 4 Television,Zeppotron

Cast

Peter Serafinowicz,Keith Stuart Thayer,Jeff Minter,Rhianna Pratchett,Ron Gilbert,Labrinth,Keza MacDonald,Al Alcorn,Felicia Day,Matt Leesand 25 more

Director

Graham Proud,Marcus Daborn,Al Campbell

Writer

Matt Lees,Charlie Brooker

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt3297108