Pokémon is one of the biggest entertainment franchises of all time, and video games have always been at the heart of the series. From the nine generations (so far) of mainline RPGs to popular spin-offs such as Pokémon Go, Pokémon Snap, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, and digital editions of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pikachu and his pals have delighted millions of gamers for almost thirty years.The History of the Pokémon Games offers an extensive guide to every title ever released in ...

A comprehensive guide to over 300 non-violent video games, from AAA studios to beloved indies. What if there were video games that weren't about killing things? The world's biggest entertainment medium has come under decades of scrutiny because of its violent content. But here's a little known fact: from the very beginning, non-violent video games have done as much, if not more, to shape the industry than violent ones. The Best Non-Violent Video Games is the first ever guide to the full br...

This urban fantasy thriller will draw you into a darker version of our world, where magic isn't a gift - it's a life sentence.First, their wands were taken. Then it was their freedom.Emilia Harris is on the run. Like so many of her fellow Wandless, she has been taken from her family and locked away for the best part of a decade. Finally finding a way to escape, she unlocks her previously dormant powers – but without a wand to focus them, she's a da...

In a city where once upon a time happens all the time...Tony Wolfe keeps order for notorious crime lords The Three Pigs - and gets paid handsomely for it. It grants him a life of luxury in a city where everyone lives in fear of the Queen and her dark magic.But that life is torn apart when a job goes wrong and the Pigs punish Wolfe - and his family - for their own mistakes.As their wrath escalates, Wolfe fights back against his employers. Crossing paths with...

Stop Calling Me That! My Name Is Araminta, by Virginia A. Batchelor,is a delightful story of childhood growing pains, of acquiring courage, and of self-discovery. We are introduced to little Minta whose genuine love of school and learning is threatened when classmates tease and call her names. Minta learns an important life lesson from Gramma Abigail, a wise woman who magically reads newspapers by holding them upside down. -- Janice L. Sumler-EdmondAuthor of "The Secret Tru...

The essential guide book to the biggest mobile game in history, Pokémon Go!Pokémon GO! The Ultimate Unauthorized Guide is a must-read companion to the hit mobile game that has taken the world by storm. This essential guide will teach gamers all they need to know to become the ultimate Pokémon Master. Filled with tips, cheats, strategies, insights and even guides to Pokémon Go sites in a variety of cities, Pokémon GO! The Ultimate Unauthorized Guide...

**An exuberant, behind-the-scenes look at the designers and the company that brought us Mario, Zelda, Pokémon, and so much more, illuminating Nintendo's singular ethos, its massive cultural impact, and the innovative solutions behind its creative triumphs“Comprehensive but never too dense, informative but approachable, and packed with an unwavering passion for Nintendo that I'd wager even the company's biggest detractors would find infectious. In short, if you want to learn about N...

In fewer than fifty years videogames have become one of the most popular forms of entertainment, but which are the best games, the ones you must play?This action packed book presents the best videogames from around the world - from 80's classic Donkey Kong to Doom, Frogger and Final Fantasy. Covering everything from old favourites to those breaking new ground, these are the games that should not be missed.Video game expert Tony Mott presents 1001 of the bes...

Picking good games can be hard. Avoiding duds can be even more difficult. That's why smart consumers turn to experts on the subject. Game Freaks 365 was founded to help people choose games that are worth their hard-earned dollar and bypass games that are better suited for the trash can. Writing about video games is our passion. This guide aims to help the smart consumer pick the best games on the market in 2012 for PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PC and Nintendo 3DS.Over 70 reviews from some o...

FULLY ILLUSTRATED AND UPDATED - THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO VIDEO GAMING HISTORYPac-Man, Mario, Tomb Raider, The Sims, GTA, Minecraft, Fortnite... Video games are now one of the pillars of popular culture. This comprehensive, visually rich book chronicles the history of video games from their earliest roots in 1958 up to the present day, from simple pixels to the stunningly realistic visuals of modern blockbu...

Get ready for the ultimate annual video game guide! From scoops on the hottest games on the horizon to tips and tricks that will help you become a certified gaming master, Level Up 2025 has got it all!Get hyped for a wild year of gaming with this guide to all the year's latest and greatest! Level Up 2025 is has got you covered with info on all the coolest games and consoles that you may have missed, as well as what to look out for next! From heavy hitters ...

Boasting vivid graphics, rapid pacing, and complex narratives, electronic games have evolved both visually and substantially since the early days of Spacewar! and Pong. By allowing users to explore fictional universes, engage in stealth missions, play like their favorite athletes or musicians, and imagine realities both similar to and far-removed from their own, electronic games appeal to a variety of individuals and interests. This absorbing volume details the development of electronic ga...