Video Game World

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 ...

🌙 A Fantasy Romance of Lost Memories, Dangerous Magic, and an Irresistible Bond 🌙 Oliver wakes in darkness with no memory of who he is—only a name and a gut-deep certainty that everything familiar has been ripped away. When he steps through a magical portal into the breathtaking realm of Cindersea, he discovers he’s not alone. Dozens of other memory-less young people stand beside him, each chosen by mysterious forces to become champions in a world teetering on the edge of ruin. To survive, Oliver must join the Royal Scouting Brigade and train in magic, battle, and survival. But ...

Inspired by the groundbreaking A History of the World in 100 Objects, this book draws on the unique collections of The Strong museum in Rochester, New York, to chronicle the evolution of video games, from Pong to first-person shooters, told through the stories of dozens of objects essential to...

Presenting the book World of Warcraft fans have been clamoring for - the true story behind one of the Warcraft universe’s most terrifying villains, Arthas the Lich King.

The explosive third installment in The Glitch in the Flames series! The Overworld has been pushed to the brink. Now, the true battle shifts to the End! Steve, Alex, Tes, and company successfully beat back the devastating ambush in the Citrus Kingdom. But, with Herobrine reverse-engineering their greatest technology and his corrupted forces anticipating their every move, the Overworld army must hold the line while a small team takes a desperate gamble: crossing into the mysterious, silent dimension of the End. But the End is not as barren they thought it was. It is home to an ancient, ...

Ages 8-12 ◆ For Kids Who Love Minecraft and Video Games Kids who love playing Minecraft will love this book! Jayden “Minecraft” Montgomery's arm and hand suddenly change into blocks. Now he’s got to navigate through the Minecraft world with the help of a fox. But first he’ll have to save a village by fighting pillagers, zombies, creepers, skeletons, facing an iron golem, and warding off an evil hacker. Most of all, he must earn the trust and friendship of the villagers as he navigates this world he’s only ever seen from a screen. Only then will he discover who he was always ...

In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui, to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. They encounter enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds, and ancient folklore.

To save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality, many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.

NEW 2024 UPDATED VERSION Brock has pure gaming skill. Garth has hacks and cheats never seen before. Sparks will fly when these two forces collide. In reality, Brock Blades is practically invisible. But in virtual reality, Brock is a master of Ninja Assassin, the most popular VR Roblox game at Beach City Elementary. So when a Ninja Assassin competition is announced with a 1-million Robux prize, Brock prepares for the game of his life. Garth Raynor is a spoiled rich kid who always gets what he wants. Garth's father is the owner and creator of the Roblox virtual reality system, so it's no ...

Billed as "the most realistic game ever," Worlds at War was a video game unlike any other - one that promised a virtual reality experience that rivaled operating a giant mecha in combat. People flocked to the game in anticipation. For some, the game lived up to and far exceeded their expectations - the level of graphics was indeed, "just like being there." The game didn't provide the experience many others had hoped for, though; for a large number of players, the game was "too real to be fun." For video game design majors Ryan Johnson and Noah Bowden, the game play was incredible. 

The aging orc shaman Ner'zhul has seized control of the Horde and reopened the Dark Portal. His brutal warriors once again encroach upon Azeroth, laying siege to the newly constructed stronghold of Nethergarde Keep. There, the archmage Khadgar and the Alliance commander, Turalyon, lead humanity and its elven and dwarven allies in fighting this new invasion. Even so, disturbing questions arise.

Another Creep World scary tale from author Luther Darkmore! If you like Goosebumps and scary creepy horror tales for kids, you'll love Creep World Books!Retro game collecting can be fun, but sometimes the game wants to collects you! Dante Miller and his dad are obsessed with collecting retro videogames, so Dante is excited when he discovers a box of old games at an estate sale held at a house just outside of city limits. Many of the games are considered classics, and he's never played them, but one game in particular stands out -- the game titled Drabardi. The game doesn't have a proper ...

The merged Angels of Fury and Eternal Embers move out of their home to the city of Galhol where the ship that will carry them to the Continent is under construction. While there, they set out to find some real combat to hone their teamwork as a united guild.

From a New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist comes The Social Network for the video game industry: a riveting examination of Blizzard Entertainment's rise and shocking downfall—"A fast paced thrill ride, perfect for anyone who has ever played a video game" (Ben...

Grim Batol: Its dark legacy stretches back into the mists of Azeroth's past. But most know it as the site of a terrible tragedy - where the vile orcs corrupted the hatchlings of the noble Dragonqueen, Alexstrasza, and used them as weapons of war. Though a band of heroes, led by the enigmatic mage, Krasus, defeated the orcs and freed the captive dragons, the cursed mountain stands as another ravaged landmark within the....

From the award-winning director and NYT bestselling author of If Cats Disappeared from the World, the thrilling novelization of his hit film Exit 8, adapting the indie game of the same name. A young man is commuting on a packed Tokyo subway, when he receives a phone call from his ex, with...

The globe-trotting thief in the red fedora returns! And now, the question isn't where—but who? In the role of Carmen Sandiego, award-winning performer Kyla Garcia reveals, for the very first time, the backstory of the ever-elusive master criminal whose whereabouts captured the imaginations of children everywhere—through educational video games, animated series, and a popular PBS "gameshow" for middle schoolers in the 1990s.

For centuries, the Chieftain of Wakana (the Black Panther) has gained his powers through the juices of the Heart Shaped Herb. Indeed, even Shuri herself has gained powers from this mythical herb, which grows only in Wakanda. Much like Vibranium, the Heart Shaped Herb is essential to the survival and prosperity of Wakanda. But something is wrong. The plants are no longer growing.

With the long-anticipated invasion of the distant Continent looming, The Angels of Fury are preparing for an upcoming reconnaissance mission that will itself be fraught with danger. But before even that can happen, they encounter a new problem, one caused by the number of their fellow Summoned now free to roam the islands.

Video game sales as a whole have continued to grow, now raking in twice as much money per year as the entire film industry, and countless psychologists have turned their attention to the effects gaming has on us: our confidence, our identity, and our personal growth. The Psychology of Zelda applies the latest psychological findings, plus insights from classic psychology theory, to Link, Zelda, Hyrule, and the players who choose to wield the Master Sword.