Pixel Pantheon · On This Day

October 26 in Gaming History

2 moments from the museum's collection happened on this date.

2000 — 26 years ago

PlayStation 2 launches in North America

The PlayStation 2 launched in North America amid shortage frenzies and overnight lines, beginning its run as the best-selling console of all time.

Source: Wikipedia, PlayStation 2
2018 — 8 years ago

Red Dead Redemption 2 launches

Source: Pixel Pantheon original exhibit research (2026-11-07)
Enjoying the tour? Step inside the full museum — rooms for Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and the Arcade, a playable arcade cabinet, the Museum Exam, and the Passport stamp collection.