History of video games/Platforms/Visulex Kit

Visulex Electronic Game Kit in January 1977.

History edit

Background edit

Visulex manufactured a game console kit which was meant to teach students about electronics.[1]

Launch edit

According to a 1975 ad, the schematics could be ordered for $1, with a component cost of $40.[2]

By May 1976 Visulex kits were still being advertised.[3] Given it's confirmed existence by January 1977, it is among the oldest such consoles to pursue this concept.

Media continued to feature the system through at least January 1977,[1] and possibly longer.

References edit

  1. a b Gametronics Proceedings. January 1977. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
  2. "pong-visulex-1975". https://thedoteaters.com/?attachment_id=9229. 
  3. "Pong-Story : Make-It-Yourself PONG systems". www.pong-story.com. Retrieved 31 October 2021.