The origin of video game controllers can be traced back to the first computers, military operations, medical applications, and aerospace technology.

This infographic by explores the evolution of video game controllers starting from 1962, when a rudimentary control box was invented to help navigate the iconic early computer game Spacewar. This timeline showcases how far video game technology has come and inspires dreams of what the future holds.

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The Ultimate Timeline of 130 Video Game Controllers

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