João Diniz Sanches
Video games are arguably the most exciting form of entertainment ever conceived. Their presence is integrated into many aspects of modern life, but it wasn't always so. From simple beeping monochrome blocks to full-scale productions that outclass the best Hollywood can conjure up, the games - and the gamers - have gone through a considerable evolution to get where they are today. The Video Gaming Manual celebrates this remarkable progression, reflecting on the full history of the industry by focusing on a selection of significant gaming hardware to have appeared over the decades, along with the associated experiences that no discerning player should miss out on.
The book represents an essential companion to this wonderful medium, acting as an introduction to new players looking to catch up on video gaming's advancements and rich backstory, a software and hardware guide for those thinking of venturing into the hugely rewarding retro gaming scene, or simply as a great nostalgic ride for the seasoned gamer.
The Video Gaming Manual includes:
20 key games computers and consoles, showcased in individual chapters detailing historical relevance, technical specifications and a selection of key software titles
Over 240 recommended games listed, spanning the home gaming scene from the Atari 2600 to the PlayStation 3
Five round-up chapters highlighting the best multiformat releases from each game hardware generation
Over 200 bespoke photographs of systems, peripherals and rare gaming items
Guidance on collecting, import gaming, AV connections, and detailed advice on how to keep modern video gaming cheap
PUBLICATION DETAILS
LANGUAGE | BINDING | EDITION | ISBN | YEAR | PAGES |
English | Hardcover | 9781844255092 | 2010 | 176 |
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Publishers: #HaynesPublishing (Haynes Publishing)
Languages: #English
Format: #Hardcover
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Year: #Year2010
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#Amiga (Commodore Amiga 500)
#Atari2600 (Atari 2600, Atari VCS)
#C64 (Commodore 64)
#GameCube (Nintendo GameCube)
#PlayStation (Sony PlayStation 2)
#MegaDrive (Sega Mega Drive / Genesis)
#SNES (Super Nintendo Entertainment System, SNES)
#TurboGrafx16 (NEC PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16)
#Wii (Nintendo Wii)
#Xbox360 (Microsoft Xbox 360)
#ZXSpectrum (Sinclair ZX Spectrum)