Computer Games Museum

Berlin’s Computer Games Museum on Karl-Marx-Allee traces video games from early machines to virtual reality through more than 300 exhibits. You can play arcade classics, try older consoles and explore rooms arranged around gaming setups from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. The mix of working games and historical displays suits families as well as adults keen to revisit the games they grew up with. Reserve an entry slot ahead of time if you want to reduce the chance of waiting to get in.

From early games to virtual reality

The museum’s collection follows video games from their beginnings through later technical developments, including virtual reality. More than 300 exhibits cover the machines, games and equipment that shaped the medium. Displays and videos add historical context, while interactive stations let you encounter some of the technology directly.

Among the playable highlights are arcade classics such as Donkey Kong, Asteroids and Space Invaders. The collection also includes rare originals and gaming milestones, giving you a chance to see equipment up close as well as use it.

Rooms built around gaming eras

Some rooms recreate the feel of gaming setups from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Atari 2600, Commodore 64, NES and PlayStation 1 systems appear among the older consoles visitors can play. Arcade cabinets sit alongside these period-style spaces, and newer gaming experiences extend the visit beyond retro titles.

The hands-on displays can draw a crowd, and people may stay at a machine for a while. Timed entry helps manage the number of people coming in, but you may still need to wait to play a particular game. Allow enough time to look through the displays as well as try the stations.