French YouTuber Benoit Theveny and collector Ludovic Charles are building the world's largest video game museum, Project Odyssey, near Disneyland Paris. Learn more about their motivation to pursue this endeavor and future plans.
Project Odyssey, the World's Largest Video Game Museum
Set to be Built Adjacent to Disneyland Paris
Tev, a well-known French YouTuber, and enthusiastic collector Ludovic Charles have announced an astonishing plan to build the largest video game museum in the world next to the charming Disneyland Paris. The ambitious Project Odyssey program aims to transform how we interact with the history and culture of video games.
What Makes Project Odyssey Different?
The creative integration of a designated Japanese village within the complex distinguishes Project Odyssey. This unique feature will give visitors an immersive experience highlighting the country's creative prowess by honoring Japan's enduring popular culture and mouth-watering cuisine.
The magnificent collection of Ludovic Charles is the centerpiece of this enormous undertaking. This ardent collector has gathered 2,200 consoles over two decades, representing nearly every generation of gaming systems from industry giants like Nintendo, Sega, Sony, and Microsoft. Charles' unrelenting commitment to conserving these relics for future generations is demonstrated by this treasure mine of gaming history.
Speaking to Agence France-Presse (AFP) at the southern French warehouse where his collection is kept, 49-year-old Charles emphasized that his initial fascination lay in collecting these consoles. He said, "I do not want them to sit pointlessly on the shelves any longer." However, building a museum that provides a thorough picture of the development of video games has always been the ultimate objective.
Future Plans for the Museum
Benoit Theveny, a French YouTuber, oversees this large-scale endeavor. He is adamant that video games need their own unique museum. They are clearly a significant component of our cultural legacy in this area. Drawing on the lessons of earlier attempts to establish video game museums in France, Theveny has obtained the full support of the local mayor.
Project Odyssey's construction is expected to start in 2025, while the official reveal is planned for the following year. This museum claims to take visitors on a complete tour through the history of video games, from the early days of Pong to the vast worlds of Minecraft.
Project Odyssey is poised to revolutionize how we view and appreciate the cultural influence of video games as anticipation grows. It aims to become a pillar in the international gaming community because of its sizable collection and creative approach, providing visitors with a fantastic experience of gaming history.
Sources:
Agence France-Presse Video Interview about Project Odyssey
Images from Theveny's Blog
