VIDEO GAMES'S EMPIRE

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Vincent Montagnana

Long reserved for arcade enthusiasts, video games have established themselves in the space of a generation as a new form of culture. Even better: they have had the luxury of spawning true popular icons who have joined the biggest (real) stars in the pantheon of celebrity. Who doesn't know Mario, Zelda, or Lara Croft? More than just a pastime, it's a genuine social phenomenon.

Through fifty compelling stories, Vincent Montagna retraces the exceptional evolution that has allowed game designers to move from the simplest graphics to the creation of splendid interactive worlds. From the minimalist Pong to the advent of 3D, step behind the screen and visit the inner workings of a video game world, a veritable laboratory teeming with ideas and inventions.

Where did Pac-Man's shape come from? What secrets does the armor of the hero of Metroid conceal? Did Miyamoto become the brilliant creator of Zelda and Pikmin? What do Disney and the terrifying Resident Evil have in common? Behind every character lies the talent of creative minds whose imaginations rival those of the greatest artists. Between works of art and technological challenges, discover or rediscover the astonishing history of video games. From the most universally appealing mascots to GTA-style scandals, you'll learn everything there is to know about a parallel universe populated by princesses, spaceships, and zombies. Your favorite titles will undoubtedly be revealed in a whole new light.

PUBLICATION DETAILS

LANGUAGE	BINDING	EDITION	ISBN	YEAR	PAGES
French	Paperback	New Edition	978-2919708499	2025	108
French	Paperback	First Edition	2915586314	2005	142