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The Video Game Library is the definitive site for video game literature. New books from around the world are added every single day. A free resource for historians, academics, fans and fellow writers.

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thevglibrary, to random
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As we dive even deeper into Japanese books and manga, looking for a few Japanese speakers to join the Translation Team in the Discord.

Light help needed with:

  • Book Titles
  • Book Descriptions
  • Author Names

discord.gg/4JqJUs2s2n

thevglibrary, to Intellivision
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Did you play #Intellivision? If so, check out:

"Space Battle: The Mattel Intellivision and the First Console War"

This new book from #VideoGame historian, Jamie Lendino, explores its groundbreaking games, innovative features, and lasting legacy.

👇

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/space-battle-the-mattel-intellivision-and-the-first-console-war

thevglibrary, to PCGaming
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Admittedly I haven't played much of #XCOM, and the geo-specific naming conventions make my head spin.

That said - "Monsters in the Dark" is a book that's high on my list to read this year.

It chronicles the legendary journey of Julian Gollop and the creation of X-COM.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org

#XCOMUFODefense #XCOMEnemyUnknown #JulianGollop #PCGaming #VideoGame #VideoGames #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #Gamer #Games

thevglibrary, to Starwars
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Want a great book to add to your collection❓

"X-Wings, Lightsabers, and Scorpion Vader" is a 300+ page celebration of 40 years of Star Wars .

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/x-wings-lightsabers-and-scorpion-vader-celebrating-40-years-of-star-wars-video-games

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thevglibrary, to VideoGames
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Across its 175-pages, this beautiful hardcover Art Book covers the amazing works of the Korean artist Kim Hyung-Tae.

You may recognize some of these #VideoGames:

🔹MagnaCarta
🔸MagnaCarta: The Phantom of Avalanche
🔹The War of Genesis III
🔸The War of Genesis III - Part 2

thevglibrary, to random
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Goal for May:

"To get #TheVideoGameLibrary listed on more University/Academic sites as a Free resource." 🎓

Have ideas or connections to help coordinate?
Let's make this happen‼️ 📚

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/

thevglibrary, to random
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Do any followers know much about Wix web design?

In need of some major help, and not getting much from Wix support.

Please pass along if you know anyone 🙏

thevglibrary, to gaming
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The #Grandia series is still sitting in my backlog. 😅

Released in 2000 exclusively in Japan, this comprehensive "World Guidance" art book covers everything you'd want to know about #GrandiaII 📚

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/grandia-ii-world-guidance

#Grandia2 #GameArts #VideoGame #VideoGames #Game #Gamer #Gaming #RPG #JRPG #ArtBook #Book #Books #Bookstodon #Dreamcast #PS2 #PlayStation #PlayStation2 #Switch #Nintendo #XboxOne #Xbox #PS4 #NintendoSwitch

thevglibrary, to random
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One of my favourite GAME BOY books I own❗️

"GAME BOY: The Box Art Collection" is a wonderful celebration of some of the finest cover artwork for this monochrome marvel!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/game-boy-the-box-art-collection

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thevglibrary, to gameboy
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A Jeff Rovin classic❗

"How To Win At Games" is the essential new guide to Nintendo's hottest handheld!

🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹

and more!

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/how-to-win-at-game-boy-games

thevglibrary, to random
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This one totally slipped past my radar! 😮

"Made in Asia/America"

A new #GameStudies book that focuses on gaming's racial dynamics. It shares minority experiences through 14 critical essays and 5 round tables.

Congrats on the release, all❗

https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/made-in-asia-america-why-video-games-were-never-really-about-us

thevglibrary, to random
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Listening to the latest NVC Podcast, and Seth was asking about some #KidIcarus manga! 💘

There were definitely some great books released in Japan

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They're all being catalogued here:

👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org

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thevglibrary, to FinalFantasy
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Favourite pixelated game....GO❗️

And when you're done, be sure to check out FFDOT., a love letter to the incredible pixel art found in the first 6 entries of the series. ♥️📚

👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/ff-dot-the-pixel-art-of-final-fantasy

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thevglibrary, to VideoGames
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Yet another book I'm really looking forward to later this year❗

"The History of the Gothic Video Game" showcases some of the most prominent and enduring examples of with
elements.

Learn more here:
👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-history-of-the-gothic-video-game

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thevglibrary, to RPG
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What's your favourite #BreathOfFire game❓

The Official Complete Works immerses you in the breathtaking artwork of this iconic RPG through its characters and world.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/breath-of-fire-official-complete-works

#RPG #JRPG #BoF #NES #SNES #GBA #Udon #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #Capcom #Game #VideoGame #VideoGames #Gamer #Gaming #Art #Artwork #Artworks #Artist

thevglibrary, to gaming
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An exploration of #VideoGame performances, this book merges #MediaTheory with performativity, revealing insights from Western art to digital storytelling.

Perfect for researchers intrigued by #Gaming, #Art, and nonlinear #Narrative.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/performativity-in-art-literature-and-videogames

#Ludology #Performance #GameStudies #Portal #DarkSouls #Destiny #Doom #FinalFantasy #GodHand #HalfLife #LifeIsStrange #MetalGear #Minecraft #Planescape #StarCraft #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #VideoGames #Gamer #Literature

thevglibrary, to Sports
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One of my favorites in the BOSS FIGHT BOOKS lineup is Reyan Ali's "NBA Jam" 🏀

Built out of exhaustive research and original interviews with a star-studded cast, Ali's NBA JAM returns you to an era when coin-op was king.

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https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/boss-fight-books-21-nba-jam

#NBAJam #Sports #Sport #Game #VideoGames #VideoGame #Gamer #Gaming #Game #Arcade #Midway #BossFightBooks #Shaq #GlenRice #SNES #Sega #Acclaim #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #GamingBook #SportsGame #Basketball

thevglibrary, to NieR
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Imagine being able to just sit down and play #NieR scores on your piano! 🎹

A lack of talent and a misspent youth keep this dream far out of reach for me, but I love that these books get published ♥️

Maybe one day…

#NieRAutomata #NieRReplicant #SquareEnix #Piano #VGM #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #VideoGame #VideoGames #Gamer #Games

thevglibrary, to random
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Mario is an absolute mushroom fiend in this book. 🍄

Every page is either him with a fistful of shrooms; or completely miserable without them...

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thevglibrary, to gaming
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I suuucked at the games. 😅

But cool to see there was actually a DC one-shot published in 2011.

Anyone have fond memories of this series❓

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/driver-crossing-the-line

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thevglibrary, to FinalFantasy
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"Over 1 MILLION Copies in Print❗️"

If you had one of 'em, share your memories below!! 👇

thevglibrary, to random
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🎉 2-YEAR ANNIVERSARY 🎉

It's official: http://TheVideoGameLibrary.org is 2-years old today❗

Since starting this crazy project, we've catalogued over 10,000 VIDEO GAME BOOKS to help fans, academics, readers and researchers learn more about games.

Thank YOU for all the support! 🙏❤️

thevglibrary, to bapcsalescanada
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Have probably spotlighted this book in the past, but worth mentioning it again!

LAN Party is a photographic celebration of the golden age of multiplayer PC gaming!

Complete with community contributions, it's a fantastic coffee table book!

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/lan-party-inside-the-multiplayer-revolution

#LAN #LANParty #Multiplayer #PC #PCGaming #Retro #Gaming #Gamer #Games #VideoGames #VideoGame #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #Doom #Quake #Halo #ComputerGames

thevglibrary, to gaming
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What's the story behind YOUR Gamertag❓

"Gamertag Stories" is a book that features over 130 tales from around the world, and a brief look at the history of Gamertags from one gamer's perspective.

Learn more about the book here in #TheVideoGameLibrary 👇

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/gamertag-stories-level-1

#Gaming #Gamer #Games #VideoGames #VideoGame #Xbox #Book #Books #bookstodon @bookstodon #Gamerlife #GamingCommunity

thevglibrary, to books
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Alright #Sega fans: more console history lit released from the folks at @thirdeditions

Next up is Oscar Lemaire's celebration of the #Dreamcast!

"L'HISTOIRE DE LA DREAMCAST. LA DERNIÈRE CONSOLE DE SEGA"

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-history-of-the-dreamcast-sega-s-last-console

#SegaDreamcast #Book #Books #Bookstodon @bookstodon #ThirdEditions #French #VideoGame #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Games #CrazyTaxi #Sonic #SonicTheHedgehog #SpaceChannel5 #Retro #RetroGaming

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