Venue Description

The National Videogame Museum is the UK’s only museum dedicated solely to videogames with a mission to collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret videogames for everyone. Forever. Located in Sheffield city centre, The National Videogame Museum features over 100 playable exhibits, from retro arcade machines to modern games consoles, alongside unique exhibitions. The family-friendly Museum allows visitors to explore the history and culture of videogames spanning 50 years through expertly curated displays featured in both permanent and seasonal exhibitions. Star objects on display shine a spotlight on gaming culture and history, while children and adults alike can discover the importance of videogame preservation through playable exhibits. Play arcade classics like Donkey Kong and Space Invaders, battle it out between old rivals Sonic the Hedgehog and Super Mario, or join family and friends in a variety of multiplayer games. Work together or compete with favourites like Track & Field, Rockband, or Sheffield’s own party game Gang Beasts or even discover games made exclusively for the NVM like Super Snowball Fight Party, a six-player game created by the Museum’s own creative engineer! Sheffield's strong game heritage is also celebrated in the Museum, hosting games from the city and surrounding Yorkshire areas. Favourites include Sumo Digital’s Sonic and Sega All Stars Racing, Gremlin Graphics’ Zool and Team 17’s Worms. Alongside weekly openings throughout the year, the Museum is open every day during the school holidays, where visitors can enjoy additional drop-in workshops developed by the NVM’s award winning Learning Team. From designing a videogame character to programming a mini-robot, the activities are both fun and varied! The National Videogame Museum also welcomes school trips that include optional STEAM based activities and workshops, while birthday parties and private hires are also popular events available for bookings. The NVM has step-free access and is all on one floor, making it accessible for all wheelchair users, while ear defenders are also available on request for visitors with audio sensitivities. Come Play The Museum - perfect for videogame fans and those interested in its culture of all ages.

Accessibility

The NVM has step-free access from Angel street, and is all on one floor, which means that the entire Museum is accessible to wheelchair users. The majority of the games are played seated at table height, it uses light cubes for seats which can easily be moved to make any game wheelchair accessible.

Accessibility Guide

Accessibility Guide Link: https://thenvm.org/visit/accessibility/

Accessible Performances

The NVM can be a loud and sensory demanding experience at times. There can be bright screens and flashing lights, please speak to a member of the crew if you have any concerns. The venue provides free ear defenders at reception, which when worn will reduce the noise to enjoy the museum. The NVM provides free essential carers tickets, bookable online with any other ticket.

Toilets

An accessible toilet is available at the main entrance of the venue adjacent to the front desk. The NVM does not have a Changing Places toilet. The nearest are available at The Crucible Theatre and Ponds Forge International Sports Centre.

Staff

Information about the staff has not been added for this venue.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Guide, assistant and companion animals – including assistant dogs in training – are welcome at the Museum, as long as they’re working and are wearing their tabards/harness. Owners should bring the dog’s Assistance Dogs (UK) identification book (or the appropriate international equivalent) with them. Guide, assistant and companion animals must be kept with visitors at all times.