The name of the first-ever video game is "Tennis for Two." Released in 1958, it was created by physicist William Higinbotham and was designed to entertain visitors at the Brookhaven National Laboratory. The game simulated a tennis match on an oscilloscope screen, featuring simple graphics and real-time physics, allowing two players to compete against each other. Though rudimentary by today’s standards, "Tennis for Two" is recognized as a pioneering step in video game history. It laid the groundwork for the future of gaming, inspiring subsequent developments, including the more famous "Pong" released in 1972.