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The first video game was 'Tennis for Two', created in 1958. Basically Pong’s prehistoric ancestor.

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Tennis for Two was built in 1958 for a science lab exhibition and displayed on an oscilloscope, with players controlling shots via knobs and buttons. Under some definitions, it’s considered the first videogame created purely for entertainment. (Wikipedia)

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The first video game was 'Tennis for Two', created in 1958. Basically Pong’s prehistoric ancestor. | SmartAss Facts