The World Video Game Hall of Fame is an international hall of fame that opened on June 4, 2015. It is located in The National Museum of Play's eGameRevolution exhibit; the hall's administration is overseen by The Strong and the International Center for the History of Electronic Games. The World Video Game Hall of Fame's curator is Jon-Paul C. Dyson, who is The Strong's Vice President for Exhibit Research and Development and the Director of the International Center for the History of Electronic Games.Video games become eligible for the World Video Game Hall of Fame by meeting four basic criteria: Icon Status - is widely recognized and remembered Longevity - is more than a passing fad and has enjoyed popularity over time Geographical Reach - meets the above criteria across international boundaries Influence - has exerted significant influence on the design and development of other games, on other forms of entertainment, or on poplular culture and society in general.
