Trinity ‘s Science Gallery brings the future of play to Moscow at the Polytechnical Museum

Posted on: 12 July 2013

Exploring the growing role of gaming in contemporary society, GAME: THE FUTURE OF PLAY was created by Science Gallery at Trinity College Dublin in co-operation with a team of internationally acclaimed scientists, game designers, artists, programmers and advisors, where it received almost 60,000 visitors when first exhibited this year.

Presented by the Polytechnical Museum at the ZIL Palace of Culture in Moscow, the exhibition takes a close look at the future direction of this rapidly expanding industry. Amongst over 20 hands-on game installations, the exhibition features a giant crowd-controlled version of Tetris and a virtual reality maze that gives players an out-of-body experience.

Speaking before the launch, Professor Jane Ohlmeyer, Vice  President for Global Relations of Ireland’s leading research-led university Trinity College Dublin, said: “We are honoured to present GAME in partnership with the Polytechnical Museum. We are hoping that like all exhibitions at Science Gallery, GAME and the rich programme of master classes, lectures, films shows and game tournaments connected to the exhibition will engage and inspire Moscow’s brightest minds to consider a career in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or art and expose young researchers to cutting edge innovations taking place at Trinity College Dublin.”

Commenting on the launch of the exhibition, Fionn Kidney, Marketing and Communications Manager of Science Gallery, said: “The future of play will be shaped by new technologies and a better understanding of the human mind. In 2013, gaming will overtake all other entertainment industries, whilst offering huge potential for economic and even social change. Developed in close partnership with Trinity College Dublin and game industry veterans, GAME provides an inside look at the opportunities that exist within gaming through the lens of the games themselves. We are excited to present GAME in partnership with the Moscow Polytechnical Museum, and hope that it will inspire the local developers of tomorrow through some of the most original, challenging and provocative games to reach Moscow this year.”

GAME was developed with young adults in mind, but is suitable for everyone from six years and up; from gamers to multi-generational families, designers to avid game developers.

The exhibition will run from July until September 4th,