The Ultimate History of Video Games, Volume 1
From Pong to Pokemon and Beyond . . . the Story Behind the Craze That Touched Our Lives and Changed the World
$63.89
- Paperback
624 pages
- Release Date
15 May 2001
Summary
The definitive behind-the-scenes history of the dawn of video games and their rise into a multibillion-dollar business
“For industry insiders and game players alike, this book is a must-have.” - Mark Turmell, designer for Midway Games and creator of NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, and WrestleMania
With all the whiz, bang, pop, and shimmer of a glowing arcade, volume 1 of The Ultimate History of Video Games reveals everything you ever wanted to know and more about the unforgettable games t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780761536437 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0761536434 |
| Author: | Steven L. Kent |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Prima Life |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 624 |
| Edition: | 1st |
| Release Date: | 15 May 2001 |
| Weight: | 1.01kg |
| Dimensions: | 31mm x 186mm x 230mm |
| Series: | Ultimate History of Video Games |
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Critics Review
“A major triumph.”—Next Generation
“If anyone knows game history, it’s Steve Kent.”—Dave Theurer, creator of Tempest, Missile Command, and I, Robot
“This is the best video game history book I’ve ever come across.”—John Romero, founder of Ion Storm
“A compelling journey through the evolution of the video game industry.”—Minoru Arakawa, former president of Nintendo
“This book is from the horse’s mouth. Finally, the game designers speak out in all their wisdom and stupidity.”—Eugene Jarvis, creator of Defender and Robotron: 2084
Steven L. Kent
Steven L. Kent turned a lifelong joystick addiction into a fifteen-year gig writing for outlets like Microsoft News, Boys’ Life, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune, and The Japan Times. In addition to his two-volume account The Ultimate History of Video Games, Kent wrote The Making of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within and The Making of Doom 3. Also a novelist, he authored the Clone Republic series and co-authored 100 Fathoms Below with Nicholas Kaufmann. He lives in Seattle, Washington.
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