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Whether you’re a joystick veteran or just curious why people shout at blue shells in Mario Kart, OXO Museo del Videojuego is the place to go. Located in the heart of Málaga, this museum is a love letter to video games—from pixel pioneers to virtual reality worlds.
You don’t need to be a gamer to have fun here.


× from Pong to PlayStation 5: a timeline you can actually touch
The permanent exhibition at OXO is more than nostalgia. It’s a walk through gaming history that shows how games have grown from simple pixels to fully immersive worlds.
Inside you’ll find:
- An original Pong machine
- Retro arcade cabinets
- A giant playable Game Boy
- Consoles from the early days of gaming right up to the latest generation
The collection shows not only the evolution of consoles and graphics, but also how video games have shaped culture, technology, and childhoods around the world.

× and yes, you can actually play
This is not a “look but don’t touch” museum. At OXO the idea is simple: pick up the controller.
In the interactive areas you can:
- Replay classics from the golden age of arcades and home consoles
- Try VR experiences that feel straight out of a science-fiction film
- Compete, laugh, and remember why video games are so good at bringing people together
Whether you are ten or fifty, there is always something you will want to try “just one more time”.


× special exhibitions that go deeper
Alongside the main collection, OXO hosts temporary exhibitions that focus on key moments, creators, and companies in video game history.
These changing shows highlight pioneers like Dinamic, one of Spain’s most important early video game studios, and other names that helped define how people play in Europe and beyond.
Because the exhibitions rotate, each visit feels slightly different and there is always something new to discover.

× OXO Labs: where gaming looks to the future
If you are curious about where video games are going next, OXO Labs is the section to explore.
Here the focus is on:
- How games are designed and developed
- New ideas in interactive storytelling and game mechanics
- Technologies such as AI, virtual reality and other experimental tools
- Workshops and masterclasses connected to the games industry
It is a laboratory, but one filled with pixels, prototypes, and people who love what they do.
× bonus level: rooftop drinks with a view
After playing your way through the museum, you can head up to La Terraza Catedral, the rooftop restaurant with wide views over Málaga and its cathedral.
- Good cocktails and a solid food menu
- A relaxed atmosphere above the city streets
- Independent access, so you can visit even if you are not touring the museum
For extra effect, time your visit for sunset over the rooftops.


× planning your visit
- 📍 Location: in Málaga’s historic center, a short walk from the cathedral and Calle Granada
- 🕰️ Hours (may vary on holidays, always check the official site):
- Monday to Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- 👨👩👧👦 Perfect for: families, groups, solo visitors, and anyone curious about games and technology
- 💡 Good to know: there are group options, school activities, and the whole space is designed to be accessible
× OXO is not just a museum – it is a player one experience
OXO is not a typical museum. It is interactive, immersive, and relaxed. Whether you grew up with Atari or just bought your first Nintendo Switch, you will find something that makes you smile.
Want to plan your visit or see what is on right now? Check the official website:
https://www.oxomuseo.com




