Five novel games join Video Game Hall of Fame
The Video Game Hall of Fame has expanded its esteemed list by adding five new inductees that have significantly influenced the gaming industry and culture. This year’s selected games illustrate the technological, narrative, and artistic evolution within the industry. They served as benchmarks for future games, impacting the way modern games are designed and played.
The new inductees – Asteroids, Myst, SimCity, Ultima, and Resident Evil — represent a variety of genres, styles, and eras. These games have had far-reaching cultural implications, showcasing innovative approaches and pushing the boundaries of interactive storytelling, graphic design, and immersive world-building.
However, certain impactful titles like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater and Metroid didn’t make the cut due to stiff competition. Despite not making the list, these games still played major roles in their respective genres’ evolution. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater transformed sports gaming, while Metroid broke new ground with its narrative and gameplay.
Each inductee was recognized for its unique contribution to the gaming industry.
Expanding the Video Game Hall of Fame
Asteroids’ engaging gameplay and audio-visual experience set a new standard for arcade games. Myst wowed players with its immersive design and groundbreaking technologies. Other notable mentions include games like Donkey Kong for its revolutionary gameplay and The Sims for its groundbreaking simulation concepts.
Other inductees include SimCity, which transformed urban development into an engaging activity, and Resident Evil, which pioneered the survival-horror gaming genre. The Legend of Zelda received praise for its innovative open-world design, while Super Mario Bros. set a new standard for platform game mechanics.
Ultima was also recognized for revolutionizing the role-playing game genre and inspiring a new generation of video game creators. These distinguished games will be displayed at the Strong Museum in Rochester, New York, stressing their profound impact and enduring prominence in the world of video gaming.
