Mark your calendars - January 1, 2025! Located in downtown Heraklion, Crete, the Video Games Museum is an extraordinary celebration of gaming history. Explore 300+ consoles, hands-on exhibits, retro gaming stations, the immersive Time Capsule, Educational programs and The Vault, home to thousands of preserved games.
The museum is home to a Permanent Exhibition featuring more than 300 consoles from across decades of gaming history. This collection showcases their technical characteristics and stories, presented through interactive multimedia experiences with images, videos, and sound. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich heritage of video games, exploring how they have evolved into a global cultural phenomenon.
Our Temporary Exhibitions dive into exciting themes, combining electronic games with cinema, photography, music, and other forms of art. The first exhibition, Choose Your Weapon, explores the history and evolution of video game controllers. From iconic joysticks to modern motion-sensing designs, this hands-on display offers visitors the chance to experience the most amazing controllers ever built and understand how they shaped the way we play.
Step back in time with our Time Capsule, a unique recreation of a room from a past decade, complete with the consoles, games, and atmosphere of the era. This immersive space allows visitors to relive their childhood or experience gaming history in a way that engages all the senses.
With more than 50 spots to play retro games, the museum offers an unparalleled hands-on experience. Visitors can enjoy classic arcade cabinets, explore physical games from the past, and even try board games tied to the history of video games, all celebrating the joy and creativity of gaming.
Education is a cornerstone of the museum's mission. By connecting gaming with art, technology, and culture, we provide opportunities for visitors of all ages to deepen their understanding of how video games have shaped - and been shaped by - the world.
The Vault is the museum's treasure trove, housing thousands of physical video games spanning decades. It serves as a vital resource for preserving the legacy of gaming, offering scholars, enthusiasts, and future generations a comprehensive archive of one of the most influential mediums in modern history.
The museum also offers Official Merch, allowing visitors to take a piece of their experience home. From clothing and collectibles to exclusive items inspired by the Choose Your Weapon exhibition, our merchandise celebrates the creativity and nostalgia of gaming. Be sure to explore the museum shop to find one-of-a-kind souvenirs that commemorate your journey through video game history.