Gameplay: The Story of the Videogame Revolution

January. 06,2015      
Rating:
6.4
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A feature documentary on the history of video games. From 'Pong', 'Pac Man' and 'Mario' to 'Call of Duty', 'Grand Theft Auto' and everything in between it tells the story of how this industry was created, by whom and where it is headed.

David Crane as  Self
Todd Howard as  Self

Similar titles

The Go-Go's
Paramount+
The Go-Go's
As the first all-female band to play their instruments, write their songs and have a No. 1 album, The Go-Go’s made history. Underpinned by candid testimonies, this film chronicles the meteoric rise to fame of a band born in the LA punk scene who became a pop phenomenon.
The Go-Go's 2020
Bill Reid Remembers
Bill Reid Remembers
Renowned Haida artist Bill Reid shares his thoughts on artistry, activism and his deep affection for his homeland in this heartwarming tribute from Alanis Obomsawin to her friend's life, legacy and roots.
Bill Reid Remembers 2022
Untitled Modest Mouse Documentary
Untitled Modest Mouse Documentary
Documentary about the indie rock band Modest Mouse made around 1997, as they were recording their second album, The Lonseome Crowded West
Untitled Modest Mouse Documentary 1997
Wirklich alles?!
Wirklich alles?!
Wirklich alles?! 2002
Lifestyles of the Ramones
Lifestyles of the Ramones
Documentary on the Ramones, including archival footage, interviews and music videos, this was first released on VHS in 1990 and later re-released on DVD as part of the WEIRD TALES OF THE RAMONES box set in 2005, with expanded content. HEY, HO, LET'S GO!
Lifestyles of the Ramones 1990
To the Journey - Looking Back at Star Trek: Voyager
To the Journey - Looking Back at Star Trek: Voyager
The documentary explores the legacy of Star Trek: Voyager (1995).
To the Journey - Looking Back at Star Trek: Voyager 1
The Making of Oblivion
The Making of Oblivion
Each year, hundreds of video game companies bring their latest game to E3...the biggest gaming convention in the world. Bethesda Softworks decided to unveil at this event their most ambitious game ever - Oblivion. This is the story behind the game.
The Making of Oblivion 2006
Black Swan: Metamorphosis
Black Swan: Metamorphosis
Documentary chronicling the making of Darren Aronofsky's Academy Award-winning film 'Black Swan (2010)'.
Black Swan: Metamorphosis 2011
The Red Pill
Freevee
The Red Pill
When a feminist filmmaker sets out to document the mysterious and polarizing world of the Men’s Rights Movement, she begins to question her own beliefs. Chronicling Cassie Jaye’s journey exploring an alternate perspective on gender equality, power and privilege.
The Red Pill 2016
Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special
Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special
Winfrey speaks with Markle about everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage, motherhood, her philanthropic work and how she is handling life under intense public pressure. Later, the two are joined by Prince Harry as they speak about their move to the United States and their future hopes and dreams for their expanding family.
Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special 2021

Reviews

Softwing
2015/01/06

Most undeservingly overhyped movie of all time??

... more
Brightlyme
2015/01/07

i know i wasted 90 mins of my life.

... more
Comwayon
2015/01/08

A Disappointing Continuation

... more
Sammy-Jo Cervantes
2015/01/09

There are moments that feel comical, some horrific, and some downright inspiring but the tonal shifts hardly matter as the end results come to a film that's perfect for this time.

... more
felipepepe
2015/01/10

I have a big issue with most gaming documentaries: they feel like propaganda.It's usually the same core story: Atari -> The 1983 Crash -> Nintendo -> Doom -> PlayStation -> Xbox; then by followed by awkward self-promotion, about how games are culture, how they bring people together, how cool celebrity X likes games, how they make a lot of money, how they don't promote violence at all... It all comes across as a giant advertisement for the industry - a quite self-conscious and insecure industry.Not here. Gameplay: The Story of the Video game Revolution covers not only the console generations, but the arcades, the computers, the social gaming, and - perhaps more interesting - the business behind everything.You will learn about the groundbreaking games, the technological revolutions and the visionaries, but also about the clever and dumb business decisions, the lawsuits, the shady practices, the criticisms of gaming, its darker sides... all presented through stylish 3D animations, amusing historical footage and a solid, well-written narration.Unlike other gaming documentaries, Gameplay isn't here to confirm what you know and make you feel awesome for being a gamer. Over its 90 minutes, this documentary will show you things you never heard about, tell you some hard truths and make you think. I suspect this is the reason why it got so little promotion within the gaming press.My only complaint is that it could have more: longer run-time, more interviewees, more stories of pioneers like Roberta Willians, EA, the Amiga, etc...But that's a rather unfair criticism. As it stands, Gameplay is already miles ahead of any other game documentary.

... more