# A brief history of video games (Part I) - Safwat Saleem

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Published: 2026-07-17T12:37:00+00:00
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## Resource

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/a-brief-history-of-video-games-part-i-safwat-saleemVideo games are everywhere these days, but where did they actually come from? The history of video games is a complicated story that involves giant computers in science labs, the founder of Chuck E. Cheese and billions of dollars in quarters. Safwat Saleem examines the evolution of the beloved world of gaming. Lesson and animation by Safwat Saleem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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