Can you remember the computer games from 20 years ago? All so pixelated and basic, whereas today, video games are almost life like in their graphics! The History of Video Games by Charlie Fish is a wonderful reminder of the bygone days, all wrapped up in a hardback cover.
Read on to find out more about the book.
The start of the gaming revolution
The History of Video Games offers us a reminder of this fascinating industry that’s now twice as big globally than the film and music industries combined! Did you know that 1 in 3 people around the world now regularly play video games?! Each chapter explores the history of video games through a different lens, giving a uniquely well-rounded overview of games over the ages.
You may recall games such as Asteriods, or Space Invaders, even Lemmings! Well, this book takes a deep dive into how those games were developed, all the way back in the 1950’s! Covering 70 year’s of history, it’s a great reminder of the most popular games of the 1980’s, 90’s all the way through to the end of the 2010’s.
It’s all about the graphics
The graphics in the book are so wonderfully vibrant and colourful! It’s all very nostalgic, taking readers back to their childhoodsm, including the NES computer where the consoles every child wanted in the 1980’s!
The hardback book contains 120 pages, with 150 colour illustrations and really is a delightful read and trip down memory lane that is easy to dip in and out of. Dedicated gaming fans will no doubt want to immerse themselves fully into the book though!
Where to buy the book
You can purchase The History Of Video Games directly from Pen and Sword books. Currently priced at £20, this book makes a fantastic Christmas gift idea for gaming fans!
About the author
Charlie Fish is best known for writing popular short stories and work as a screenwriter. Published in several countries around the world, his short stories have inspired dozens of short film adaptations.
Since 1996, Charlie has edited Fiction On The Web, the longest-running short story site on the web. Born in Mount Kisco, New York in 1980, Charlie now lives in south London with his wife and daughters.
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