Mabel Addis, an elementary teacher in the 1960s, created the Sumerian Game with IBM, marking a significant moment in history as the first known educational video game.
The Sumerian Game is acknowledged as the first to blend storytelling, characters, and education, setting the foundation for what would become known as edutainment.
According to game historians, Mabel Addis is recognized as the first female video game designer, innovating the industry not just for her time but for future generations.
Kate Willaert describes the Sumerian Game as rudimentary, yet emphasizes that being the first in video game history is a significant marker of innovation.
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