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First Arcade Game, Computer Space, Two-Player Unit Up For Auction

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A rare two-player version of Computer Space, considered the first commercially distributed arcade game, is being put up for auction. This specific unit belonged to David Perry, the founder of Shiny Entertainment. AI

RANK_REASON The item discusses the auction of a vintage arcade game, which is not a core AI development or release.

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First Arcade Game, Computer Space, Two-Player Unit Up For Auction

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    🎮 Rare Two-Player Version Of First Arcade Game Up For Auction From Shiny Entertainment Founder Computer Space is often regarded as the first commercially distri

    🎮 Rare Two-Player Version Of First Arcade Game Up For Auction From Shiny Entertainment Founder Computer Space is often regarded as the first commercially distributed arcade machine, and David Perry’s personal two-player unit of this historical artifact is now up for grabs 📰 Sourc…

    LINKS kotaku.com/rare-two-player-version-of-fir…

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