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    Ruin and Recovery in the Video Game Industry

    by Jason Schreier ...
    From the bestselling author of Blood, Sweat, and Pixels comes the next definitive, behind-the-scenes account of the video game industry: how some of the past decade's most renowned studios fell apart—and the stories, both triumphant and tragic, of what happened next.Jason Schreier's groundbreaking reporting has earned him a place among the preeminent investigative journalists covering the world of ... Read more

    €7.49

  • Play Nice

    The Rise, Fall, and Future Of Blizzard Entertainment

    by Jason Schreier ...
    **A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND AN NPR BEST BOOK OF 2024From 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 Mezrich).**For video game fans, the name Blizzard ... Read more

    €7.49

  • Sidemen: The Book

    The subject of the hit new Netflix documentary

    by The Sidemen ...
    Billions of you have watched their videos and millions of you have followed them on social media.So here we go; it's time to back up because YouTube superstars, The Sidemen, are finally here in book form and they're dishing the dirt on each other as well as the YouTube universe.There's nowhere to hide as KSI, Miniminter, Behzinga, Zerkaa,Vikkstar123, Wroetoshaw and Tobjizzle go in hard on their ... Read more

    €3.99

  • Minecraft Redstone: 70 Top Minecraft Redstone Ideas Your Friends Wish They Know

    by Jason Scotts ...
    Mastering redstone is one of the more difficult challenges a Minecraft player can take on. It's confusing, complicated and tedious enough to make even the most dedicated players start pulling their hair out. Minecraft Redstone : 70 Top Minecraft Redstone Ideas Your Friends Wish They Know will explain some simple concepts that can give players a head start to understanding how this unusual red ... Read more

    €4.59

  • OpTic Gaming

    The Making of eSports Champions

    by H3CZ, NaDeSHot, Scump, BigTymer, Midnite, OpTic J, Fwiz ...
    OpTic Gaming, the four-time Call of Duty Major League Gaming Champions and one of the top eSports teams in the world, now takes fans behind the controller—into the game and the minds of the greatest gamers in the world—in this fascinating and unique memoir and insider guide.Emerging on the scene in 2006, OpTic Gaming has dominated the Call of Duty e-sports arena, thanks to the talents of legendary ... Read more

    €7.07

  • Theory of Fun for Game Design

    by Raph Koster ...
    Now in full color, the 10th anniversary edition of this classic book takes you deep into the influences that underlie modern video games, and examines the elements they share with traditional games such as checkers. At the heart of his exploration, veteran game designer Raph Koster takes a close look at the concept of fun and why it’s the most vital element in any game.Why do some games become ... Read more

    €19.99

  • Hey! Listen!

    A journey through the golden era of video games

    by Steve McNeil ...
    For fans of Daniel Hardcastle's Fuck Yeah!, Videogames and Retro Tech by peter leigh.Equal parts hilarious and informative, Hey! Listen! should be in every gamer's library.- Lucy James, (Gamespot)An informative, accessible romp through the early years of the games industry. All hail Il pirata pallido; the gaming hero we never knew we needed.- Adam Rosser BBC Radio 5Live</stro... ... Read more

    €3.99

  • Minecraft For Dummies

    by Jacob Cordeiro ...
    Craft yourself an amazing game of Minecraft!More than just a game, Minecraft consists of players using an avatar to create or destroy various types of blocks, form fantastic structures, create artwork, and do much more, all in a three-dimensional environment and across various multiplayer servers in multiple game modes. With this fun and friendly beginners guide, you will quickly grasp how to play ... Read more

    €6.99

  • Unity 5.x By Example

    An example-based practical guide to get you up and running with Unity 5.x

    by Alan Thorn ...
    An example-based practical guide to get you up and running with Unity 5.xKey Features\[\*\]The most updated resource on Unity 5.x with comprehensive discussion on all the new features of Unity 5.x\[\*\]Understand the core concepts surrounding Unity5 game development with this power-packed hands-on guide\[\*\]Brush up your existing game development skills and create games that have a brilliant ... Read more

    €31.49 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Next.js: Navigating the Future of Web Development

    by Kameron Hussain, Frahaan Hussain ...
    "Next.js: Navigating the Future of Web Development" is an in-depth exploration of one of today's most powerful and popular web development frameworks. This comprehensive guide dives deep into the capabilities of Next.js, a framework built on React.js, offering a blend of server-side rendering, static site generation, and client-side rendering to create fast, scalable, and reliable web applications ... Read more

    €9.49

  • Code the Classics Volume II

    by Simon Brew, Allister Brimble, David Crookes, Andrew Gillett, Dan Malone, Sean M. Tracey, Eben Upton, Liz Upton ...
    Code your own modern versions of retro classics inspired by the greatest video games of the 1980s.Code the Classics Volume II examines the seminal video games of the 1980s and shows you how to create your own games, using Python, Pygame Zero, and an IDE.Full of game design tips and tricks from the masters, the book breaks down the fundamental tasks needed for every game: display images, play sound ... Read more

    €10.79 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Gaming Addiction: Online Addiction: Internet Addiction: How To Overcome Video Game, Internet, And Online Addiction

    by Ace McCloud ...
    Are you addicted to playing digital games?Whether you want to (1) reclaim your life, (2) help a friend who is addicted to gaming, or (3) just understand the dangers of online gaming and how to minimize them**, this book** will teach you everything you need to know.Every addiction has its consequences.There are negative consequences to a gaming addiction. This book w... ... Read more

    €3.75

  • Shigeru Miyamoto

    Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda

    by Jennifer deWinter ...
    Series series Influential Video Game Designers
    Video games are considered by many to be just entertainment-essentially void of skillful, artistic intervention. But as any gamer knows, there's incredible technical and graphic talent behind even a flickering Gameboy screen.You may have never heard Shigeru Miyamoto's name, but you've probably spent many a lazy afternoon absorbed in his work. Joining Nintendo as a video game designer in the late ... Read more

    Was €30.08 Now €26.09

  • Super Mario

    How Nintendo Conquered America

    by Jeff Ryan ...
    The story of Nintendo's rise and the beloved icon who made it possible.Nintendo has continually set the standard for video-game innovation in America, starting in 1981 with a plucky hero who jumped over barrels to save a girl from an ape.The saga of Mario, the portly plumber who became the most successful franchise in the history of gaming, has plot twists worthy of a video game. Jeff Ryan shares ... Read more

    €8.39

  • The Making of Tomb Raider

    by Daryl Baxter ...
    Back in 1994 at the game company 'CORE Design' in Derby, Lara Croft was born. Through eighteen months of pure hard work from the team, Tomb Raider was released in 1996 and became the success that we see today; taking part in the mid-nineties celebrations of Brit-Pop and Girl Power. This is the story of the team who were involved in creating the first two games, then leaving the series to a new ... Read more

    €6.29 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing for Games

    Theory and Practice

    by Hannah Nicklin ...
    Focussing on the independent videogames sector, this book provides readers with a vocabulary to articulate and build their games writing practice; whether studying games or coming to games from another storytelling discipline. Writing for Games offers resources for communication, collaboration, reflection, and advocacy, inviting the reader to situate their practice in a centuries-long heritage of ... Read more

    €57.43

  • The God Game

    by Danny Tobey ...
    'Like an episode of Black Mirror written by Stephen King' John Marrs, bestselling author of The One'Immersive, claustrophobic . . . addictive' GuardianWin and All Your Dreams Come True™! ;)Charlie and his friends have entered the God Game.Tasks are delivered through their phones. When they accomplish a mission, the game rewards them. Charlie's money problems could be over. Vanhi ca... ... Read more

    €3.99

  • Unity Game Development : A Beginner's Guide to Game Programming

    by Jiho Seok ...
    What You Will Gain After Obtaining This Book:Mastery of Unity 2022.3 : Understand and utilize the full range of features offered by the latest Unity version.Foundational Programming Skills: Learn C# from the ground up within the context of game development.Comprehensive Understanding of Game Mechanics: Gain insights into both 2D and 3D game development techniques.Ability to Create and Manipulate ... Read more

    €1.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Game Audio Mixing

    Insights to Improve Your Mixing Performance

    by Alex Riviere ...
    Game Audio Mixing offers a holistic view of the mixing process for games, from philosophical and psychological considerations to the artistic considerations and technical processes behind acoustic rendering, interactive mixing, mastering, and much more. This book includes a comprehensive overview of many game audio mixing techniques, processes, and workflows, with advice from audio directors and ... Read more

    €43.64

  • Animal Crossing

    by Kelsey Lewin ...
    Series series Boss Fight Books
    Before the world of Animal Crossing became a pandemic lifeline for millions, the “social sim” communication game D??butsu no Mori, or “Animal Forest,” debuted in 2001 on Nintendo 64 in Japan, then once again in 2002 on GameCube to critical and commercial success all over the world. An open-ended casual game ahead of its time, Animal Crossing set the stage for the series’s many incarnations to come ... Read more

    €8.14

  • Designing Games

    A Guide to Engineering Experiences

    by Tynan Sylvester ...
    Ready to give your design skills a real boost? This eye-opening book helps you explore the design structure behind most of today's hit video games. You'll learn principles and practices for crafting games that generate emotionally charged experiences - a combination of elegant game mechanics, compelling fiction, and pace that fully immerses players.In clear and approachable prose, design pro Tynan ... Read more

    €24.39

  • Minecraft: 70 Top Minecraft Mods That Your Friends Do Not Know (But Wish They Did!)

    by Jason Scotts ...
    All sorts of MineCraft mods have been made available by developers who believe that the Sandindie game could be made way more fun. Here are 70 of them, categorized into groups, depending on what their themes are. You may install them on your copy of the game and leave your friends bedazzled as to how you can have an edge on them. ... Read more

    €4.59

  • Blender Unleashed: Mastering the Art of 3D Creation

    by Kameron Hussain, Frahaan Hussain ...
    "Blender Unleashed: Mastering the Art of 3D Creation" is an essential guide for aspiring and professional digital artists seeking to elevate their skills in 3D modeling and animation. This comprehensive resource unlocks the full potential of Blender, the renowned open-source 3D software, guiding readers through its rich features and capabilities.From the basics of navigating Blender's user ... Read more

    €9.49

  • Pro Unity Game Development with C#

    by Alan Thorn ...
    Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
    In Pro Unity Game Development with C#, Alan Thorn, author of Learn Unity for 2D Game Development and experienced game developer, takes you through the complete C# workflow for developing a cross-platform first person shooter in Unity. C# is the most popular programming language for experienced Unity developers, helping them get the most out of what Unity offers. If you're already using C# with ... Read more

    €74.76