Forty years of computer game history on show

An exhibition highlighting the artistry behind video and computer games over the past four decades is featuring in Melbourne.

'Game Masters' has works from 30 of the world's top creative visionaries: game designers, programmers and artists.

From the earliest arcade games, like Pacman and Space Invaders, to consoles and mobile technology, like Fruit Ninja and Angry Birds, gaming has been a part of popular culture for more than 40 years.

Hosted by the Australian Centre for the Moving Image, it's hoped the series will become a top tourist drawcard.

'Game Masters' will run until the end of October.