Nolan Bushnell is an American entrepreneur and engineer best known as the founder of Atari, a pioneering video game company. He played a significant role in the development of the video game industry in the early 1970s, particularly with the release of the arcade game Pong, which became a massive success and helped popularize video gaming. In addition to his work with Atari, Bushnell has been involved in various other ventures, including the establishment of Chuck E. Cheese's, a family entertainment center that combines arcade games with dining. His contributions to technology and entertainment have made him a notable figure in the history of gaming.