SEP191659
(W) Iain Simons, James Newman
Most people have played videogames, whether it was
Pong way back when or
Pokémon Go today. The story of their creation and development is fascinating, encompassing hardware, software, concept, equipment, and more. Now the curators of the UK's award-winning National Videogame Arcade take you on a journey through joysticks and microchips, Game Boys and cuddly toys, guitars and drums, as they explore how videogames are made, played, and loved. This entertaining history ranges from
The Age of Empires III Collectors' Edition,
Barcode Battler, and the
Bioshock Xbox 360 faceplate to
Dance: UK Dancemat,
Pac-Man and Nintendo, Tamagotchi, and Virtual Reality Headsets. Whatever your interest in gaming, from casual player to medal-winning champion, this book's for you!
In Shops: Oct 30, 2019
SRP: $29.95