VIDEO GAMES August 1982 PAC-MAN Man of the Year Magazine Premiere Issue

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This is the highly sought-after Premiere Issue of VIDEO GAMES magazine Vol. 1 #1, dated August 1982, prominently featuring PAC-MAN as the "Man of the Year" on its vibrant cover. This iconic issue captures the essence of early 1980s video game culture, making it a significant piece of gaming history and pop culture ephemera. The cover highlights "EXTRA! 16-page Beat The Games Pull-out," suggesting valuable gaming tips and strategies for the era's popular titles. Inside, readers can find a feature on "NOLAN BUSHNELL: Of Pong & Pizza," an article on "DOCTOR VIDEO," and a look into "ACTIVISION'S SOFTWARE WAR." The table of contents also lists "The Absolutely, Positively Last Word on Pac-Man," "The Get Their ACTvision Together," "PLAY BALL! Can't Tell The Computers Without a Scorecard," and "Hey, Buddy! Can You Spare a Quarter?" This vintage magazine offers a deep dive into the nascent video game industry and the cultural phenomena it created. This listing includes one (1) individual magazine, the August 1982 Premiere Issue of VIDEO GAMES. It is a true collector's item for fans of retro gaming, arcade history, and vintage periodicals.

• Publisher: Pumpkin Press, Inc.
• Year: 1982
• Condition: Very Good

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