Mabel Addis, who pioneered storytelling in video gaming
undefined 27, 2024
In the 1960s, Mabel Addis, a New York elementary school teacher, became the first female video game designer by creating "The Sumerian Game" in collaboration with IBM. This early text-based game, set in ancient Sumer, introduced storytelling elements and taught economic theory to students. Despite its historical significance, the game is largely forgotten, though it laid the groundwork for future educational games like "Oregon Trail." Addis’s innovative approach made her a pioneer in merging narrative with gameplay.
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