Atari

Atari is a brand that is synonymous with the early video game industry. It was founded in 1972 by Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney and is best known for creating some of the first commercially successful arcade games, such as “Pong.” The company played a significant role in popularizing video gaming in the late 1970s and early 1980s, introducing home video game consoles like the Atari 2600, which is credited with innovating the home gaming experience and establishing the console market. The name “Atari” itself comes from a term used in the Japanese game of Go, which means “to hit” or “to strike,” indicating that a player is in a critical position. Today, Atari remains a notable name in gaming culture, representing both nostalgia for classic gaming and ongoing developments in the industry, including new games and retro re-releases.