Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a selectively lockable or unlockable video game electronic apparatus for permitting the playing of video games only when the apparatus is unlocked. This apparatus is a video game console that uses a locking device which comprises a housing that is placed at the opening of the game cartridge slot of the video game electronic console or apparatus, thereby preventing entry of a video game cartridge into the console or apparatus, which means that the console or apparatus is locked. The locking device further comprises a key mechanism located within the housing which, when pushed inwardly, moves two spring-loaded locking cams, which have extension portions to permit the locking device to lock or engage within recesses located in an empty video game cartridge opening in the video game electronic console or apparatus. The removal of the locking device from the console is impossible until the key is used to retract the locking cams.

Abstract: A lockable video cassette apparatus for playing or recording on a video cassette, only when unlocked. The apparatus has a locking device means for insertion within the video cassette recess to lock the apparatus and prevent entry of a video cassette within the recess. The locking device means has a locking means having a key for locking the locking device means within the video cassette recess, thereby preventing entry of a video cassette therein.