Computers
The computer was the first platform to have a game on it (space wars) and has always been making large innovations in the industry. Computers are capable of multi-tasking, not just playing games, but also doing work, browsing the internet, reading mail, etc.
Television
The invention of the television screens allowed video-games to become more visual and interactive. While around as early as the 1920s, their popularity started to massively increase after WWII
Arcade
The arcade is what brought gaming to the public's attention. The cabinets (like Pac-Man) were coin operated and placed in large numbers and variety's in arcades to draw in as many people as possible.
Console
The console is what brought gaming into the home. With large companies like Atari and Nintendo dominating the market in the early years. Consoles are popular due to their simple set up which comes from them being designed to only play games.
Mobile
Mobile gaming helped get gaming on the move, letting people take it wherever they please. Starting with portable consoles like the game-boy with it's Pokemon, mobile gaming eventually got onto mobile phones like clash of clans.
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