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Gamish

By Edward Ross

Gamish Media & Communication

Gamish

By Edward Ross

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*Shortlisted for the British Book Design and Production Award for Graphic Novels* 'A love letter to gaming in all its forms - from board games, to role-play, to virtual reality and video games. For fans of gaming, this is the perfect read. For those new to gaming, it is the perfect introduction' The Scotsman A thrilling illustrated journey through the history of video games and what they really mean to us Pac-Man. Mario. Minecraft. Doom. Ever since he first booted up his brother's dusty old Atari, comic artist Edward Ross has been hooked on video games. Years later, he began to wonder: what makes games so special? Why do we play? And how do games shape the world we live in? This lovingly illustrated book takes us through the history of video games, from the pioneering prototypes of the 1950s to the modern era of blockbuster hits and ingenious indie gems. Exploring the people and politics behind one of the world's most exciting art-forms, Gamish is a love letter to something that has always been more than just a game.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
203
Release Date:
2020-11-05
Publication Date:
2020-11-05
Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd (UK)
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1846149487
ISBN13:
9781846149481
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
625 g
Height:
173 cm
Width:
236 cm
Thickness:
22 cm
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