# Gaming History Heroes: Mabel Addis

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Podcast: [Gaming History Club](https://stenobird.com/podcast/gaming-history-club-6471007)
Published: 2026-01-28T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://gaminghistoryclub.captivate.fm/episode/gaming-history-heroes-mabel-addis
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## Resource

8 years before PONG, Mabel Addis was writing and designing games. As the first video game writer, and first female game designer, she helped invent the strategy and edutainment genres with The Sumerian Game. This episode tells the story of a gaming history hero often overlooked. Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources: NY Times Article Game Developers Conference Awards 2023 A Critical Hit! - The Most Important Video Game You've Never Heard Of We welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.Club Facebook Instagram Theme tune created by Tom Docherty

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