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The Video Game Library is the definitive site for video game literature. New books from around the world are added every single day. A free resource for historians, academics, fans and fellow writers.

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The latest entry in the University of Michigan Press' "Landmark Video Games" series is here❗️

In this book, author Simon Dor sets out to examine the history and the legacy of one of the world's most influential RTS titles - .

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/starcraft-legacy-of-the-real-time-strategy

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Happy everyone! 🚲

Thought this might be an appropriate pull to help celebrate. 📚

N+1 is a bike/game zine by
@hannahnicklin, with pictures from bikes in games by Pat Ashe.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/n-1-a-bike-game-zine

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Not sure if I'll be able to get my hands on a copy, but very excited to see this collaboration between "OXO Museo del Videojuego Málaga" and "Héroes de Papel".

This book about will be released alongside the museum's temporary exhibition.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/dinamic-the-first-video-game-company-in-spain

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@louzao @Khardan @bookstodon Was Indescomp before Cidelsa?

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Admittedly I haven't played much of , and the geo-specific naming conventions make my head spin.

That said - "Monsters in the Dark" is a book that's high on my list to read this year.

It chronicles the legendary journey of Julian Gollop and the creation of X-COM.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org

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How'd everyone do for ❓

Manage to pick up the vs. crossover?

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/street-fighter-vs-final-fight-1

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Guys, I'm loving this collection of WarpZone Biografias ❗

Which other character(s) deserve a book ❓

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Want a great book to add to your collection❓

"X-Wings, Lightsabers, and Scorpion Vader" is a 300+ page celebration of 40 years of Star Wars .

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/x-wings-lightsabers-and-scorpion-vader-celebrating-40-years-of-star-wars-video-games

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For some great retro console books with a Brazilian perspective, check out Warpzone's "Definitivo" collection.

From the Sega Master System and Mega Drive to all the Nintendo clones that flooded the globe in the 80s and 90s.

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Been thoroughly enjoying @HG101's “Arcade Cult Classics”❗

The coverage is fantastic. Blown away by how many of these I haven’t got around to playing.

The backlog grows 🎮

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Who remembers Mr. Men !?

Well, in 2021, a fun cross-over with saw the release of 3 books:

🔹 Mister Ezio
🔹 Little Miss Kassandra
🔹 Little Miss Eivor

Who else would you like to see join the lineup❓

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Have you been keeping up with Manga Mania❓

7 volumes of zany adventures of everyone's favourite pink puffball!

Learn more about them here:

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/

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Did you know❓ In 2010, had a 48-page graphic novel released alongside its collectors edition!

It tells the story of some of the characters and events that lead up to the game.

Check it out here: https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/fallout-new-vegas-all-roads

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Favourite pixelated game....GO❗️

And when you're done, be sure to check out FFDOT., a love letter to the incredible pixel art found in the first 6 entries of the series. ♥️📚

👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/ff-dot-the-pixel-art-of-final-fantasy

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Yet another book I'm really looking forward to later this year❗

"The History of the Gothic Video Game" showcases some of the most prominent and enduring examples of with
elements.

Learn more here:
👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-history-of-the-gothic-video-game

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What's your favourite game❓

The Official Complete Works immerses you in the breathtaking artwork of this iconic RPG through its characters and world.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/breath-of-fire-official-complete-works

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Honestly can't wait to add the Ultimania to the collection❗️

But in the meantime, absolutely love seeing the amazing team at Shinra Archaeology Department already putting out some high quality English translations for it. ❤️

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-ultimania

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Holy "Choose-Your-Own-Adventure" Batman❗

Had no idea this "turn-to-page" comic book existed for BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS.

Just catalogued into THE VIDEO GAME LIBRARY:

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/batman-arkham-origins

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An exploration of performances, this book merges with performativity, revealing insights from Western art to digital storytelling.

Perfect for researchers intrigued by , , and nonlinear .

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/performativity-in-art-literature-and-videogames

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Assembled from developer interviews, "EVERYBODY SHAKE!" has just been catalogued❗️

This book follows @hengineer on his journey from creating shareware on the Apple Macintosh and attaining senior positions at and to the inception of .

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/everybody-shake-the-making-of-spaceteam

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Released as a pre-order bonus for Japanese copies of , PLAYBOX is a promotional mag containing a series of interviews with the dev team.

, , and more!!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/shadows-of-the-damned-playbox

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One of my favorites in the BOSS FIGHT BOOKS lineup is Reyan Ali's "NBA Jam" 🏀

Built out of exhaustive research and original interviews with a star-studded cast, Ali's NBA JAM returns you to an era when coin-op was king.

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/boss-fight-books-21-nba-jam

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What happened after the Lightmass Bombing in and how did the Locust react to this devastating weapon❓

This 2009 graphic novel bridges the gap between the first and second installment in the franchise.

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/gears-of-war-book-one

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Imagine being able to just sit down and play scores on your piano! 🎹

A lack of talent and a misspent youth keep this dream far out of reach for me, but I love that these books get published ♥️

Maybe one day…

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Which was your favourite Arkham game?

DID YOU KNOW❓ There was a fun 5-issue miniseries bridging the gap between and back in 2011.

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/blog/hashtags/Batman

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Would've skimmed right over this one had it not been for the in the background 🤯

A new novel series based on from the player's perspective.

仕事が終われば、あの祝福で

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/see-you-at-that-grace-after-work

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Today marks the release of the Official Design Works in Japan! ❤️

A ton of behind the scenes commentary and some interviews in this one - so if you're a fan - check it out!

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/persona-5-royal-official-design-works

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Tell me something cool about / ❗️

Have just catalogued 12 books onto the site, and have no idea what this series is all about.

Looks really cool!

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I suuucked at the games. 😅

But cool to see there was actually a DC one-shot published in 2011.

Anyone have fond memories of this series❓

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/driver-crossing-the-line

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@loadhigh @bookstodon Right!? To be fair - what kind of bizarre tutorial just gives you a list of techniques without telling you how to do them.

That's like a Mortal Kombat tutorial saying "Do a Fatality".....

YOU GOTTA TELL ME HOW!

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@ariaflame @bookstodon Ooo, very cool!

I've no doubt the games are good - I'm just terrible. 😅

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Written by the developer of , this book offers 10 Steps to Making Your First Game Successful!

From pre-production to marketing, PR, and distribution, it's a great resource for beginners with no prior knowledge of game development.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/gamedev-10-steps-to-making-your-first-game-successful

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Are you a fan of ?

Well, did you know❓ In 2022, Ablaze kicked off a prequel run called "Far Cry: Esperanza's Tears" that introduces Juan Cortez!

There were a total of 4 issues, and you can find them all catalogued here:

www.thevideogamelibrary.org

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Have probably spotlighted this book in the past, but worth mentioning it again!

LAN Party is a photographic celebration of the golden age of multiplayer PC gaming!

Complete with community contributions, it's a fantastic coffee table book!

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/lan-party-inside-the-multiplayer-revolution

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Every game starts with an idea. But how does it get from conception to release❓

In this book, author Alexey Savchenko has put together a practical guide, based on his 20+ years in , to help you avoid the common pitfalls and deliver on your idea!

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/games-as-business-from-dreams-to-release

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Finland's amazing success story as a small nation of great game studios and talent hasn't gone unnoticed.

,

This book interviews 11 award-winning Finnish Gamedevs about their design philosophy, tips, and more!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/game-designer-confessions-insights-from-finland-s-top-game-designers

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What's the story behind YOUR Gamertag❓

"Gamertag Stories" is a book that features over 130 tales from around the world, and a brief look at the history of Gamertags from one gamer's perspective.

Learn more about the book here in 👇

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/gamertag-stories-level-1

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It's not often I stumble across Russian

In 2021's "Game Room" (Игродром), author Alexander Vetushinsky delves into 's cultural impact through the lenses of philosophy, psychology and media theory.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/game-room-what-you-need-to-know-about-video-games-and-gaming-culture

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Another fantastic set catalogued into .

The MEDIA PAL collection of Encyclopedias offers nearly 3,000 pages of coverage for the Adventure, Arcade, Simulation, Action and RPG genres!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/blog/hashtags/MediaPal

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Alright fans: more console history lit released from the folks at @thirdeditions

Next up is Oscar Lemaire's celebration of the !

"L'HISTOIRE DE LA DREAMCAST. LA DERNIÈRE CONSOLE DE SEGA"

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-history-of-the-dreamcast-sega-s-last-console

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Calling all fans!

A curated collection of Andrew Hewson's coding tips & tricks, amalgamated from over a decade of his magazine columns

Still a few days left on . Go and show it some support!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/hewson-s-helpline-for-the-zx-spectrum-zx80-zx81

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Globalization, Localization and...."Glocalization" (that's a new one for me).

This book offers a comprehensive collection of media studies - with several dives into to the Turkish industry and mobile gaming market. 🇹🇷

Another great resource with a global perspective!

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/globalization-of-the-content-critical-cases-from-media-communication-and-art-in-turkey

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In 2001, Astrid Deuber-Mankowsky authored "Lara Croft: Modell, Medium, Cyberheldin" - a German analysis of the top-down marketing strategies and bottom-up frenzy surrounding the phenomenon. 🇩🇪

In 2005, it was translated into English as...

LARA CROFT: CYBER HEROINE
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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/lara-croft-cyber-heroine

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The series has some of the most beloved music of all time. 🎶

In this book, Jérémie Kermarrec dives into the talented works of Nobuo Uematsu, Yoko Shimomura, Masashi Hamauzu and more!

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-music-of-final-fantasy-from-nobuo-uematsu-to-his-successors

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What if all workplace cultures were as well-crafted as ❓

The Engagement Game 📚 shows how organizational culture and leadership can be super-charged by applying the same principles that a applies when creating games.

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-engagement-game-why-your-workplace-culture-should-look-more-like-a-video-game

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For all you hobbyists out there, reminder that Vintage Arcade Gal released a robust collector's guide.

This book includes basic game information, release dates, interesting trivia, and estimated values.

Over 2300 Arcade games featured within!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-vintage-arcade-gal-presents-the-arcade-videogame-collectors-field-and-price-guide

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More added!

Flow describes an experience of "being in the zone," of intense absorption in an activity.

This book offers a critical assessment of flow's historical, theoretical, political, and ideological contexts in relation to

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/against-flow-video-games-and-the-flowing-subject

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It's 1982, and PAC-MAN fans are eating up America's favorite new video game sensation!

Now you can chuckle and chew at the same time with 96 Pac-filled pages of biting humor in:

PAC-MANIA! The Official Pac-Man Joke Book 📚

Just open wide and laugh!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/pac-mania-the-official-pac-man-joke-book

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So I take it you didn't buy the sequel? 😅

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/more-pac-mania-the-2nd-official-pac-man-joke-book

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