The National Videogame Museum

Take the family to visit The National Videogame Museum, located in Sheffield city centre, South Yorkshire. Enjoy over 100 playable exhibits, from retro arcade machines to modern games consoles, alongside unique exhibitions. The family-friendly Museum allows visitors to explore the history and culture of videogames spanning 50 years through expertly curated displays featured in both permanent and seasonal exhibitions.

Star objects on display shine a spotlight on gaming culture and history, while children and adults alike can discover the importance of videogame preservation through playable exhibits. Play arcade classics like Donkey Kong and Space Invaders, battle it out between old rivals Sonic the Hedgehog and Super Mario, or join family and friends in a variety of multiplayer games. Work together or compete with favourites like Track & Field, Rockband, or Sheffield’s own party game Gang Beasts or even discover games made exclusively for the NVM like Super Snowball Fight Party, a six-player game created by the Museum’s own creative engineer.

The National Videogame Museum also welcomes school trips that include optional STEAM based activities and workshops, while birthday parties and private hires are also popular events available for bookings.

The NVM has step-free access and is all on one floor, making it accessible for all wheelchair users, while ear defenders are also available on request for visitors with audio sensitivities.

Come Play The Museum – perfect for videogame fans and those interested in its culture of all ages.

Opening times

Alongside weekly openings throughout the year, the Museum is open every day during the school holidays, where visitors can enjoy additional drop-in workshops developed by the NVM’s award-winning Learning Team. From designing a videogame character to programming a mini-robot, the activities are both fun and varied.

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