NCW Libraries

"As video games evolve, only the fittest companies survive. Making a blockbuster once cost millions of dollars; now it can cost hundreds of millions, but with a $160 billion market worldwide, the biggest players are willing to bet the bank. Steven L. Kent has been playing video games since Pong and writing about the industry since the Nintendo Entertainment System. In volume 1 of The Ultimate History of Video Games, he chronicled the industry's first...

"Nine kid-friendly questions give elementary readers an inside look at Nintendo to spark their curiosity about the brand's Japanese history, games, and consoles. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy"--

After their journey down the river, Satou and crew finally arrive at the old capital just in time for the martial arts tournament, along with some fireworks, a ball at the castle, and sightseeing in the Ougoch Duchy. But the followers of the demon lord are plotting in the shadows ...

"Drawing on the World Video Game Hall of Fame's unmatched collection of video game artifacts, this fascinating history offers an expansive look at the development of one of the most popular and influential activities of the modern world: video gaming."--Amazon. This history of video games takes readers from 1947's "Humpty Dumpty" which revolutionized pinball, to 2016's indie game That dragon, Cancer which took players into a hospital room, attempting...

"Engaging images accompany information about Nintendo. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

The definitive, fully illustrated guide to survival in Minecraft is now completely revamped with new information for the latest version of the game. Learn how to survive and thrive in Minecraft's most popular mode! Stock up your inventory, build a base and get ready to survive the night with Minecraft: Guide to Survival. Discover how to find resources, craft equipment, protect yourself from hostile mobs and so much more, and learn from expert tips...

"In a witty and entertaining narrative, Davis shares insightful stories that offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like to work as a designer and programmer at the most influential and dominant video arcade game manufacturers of the era, including Gottlieb, Williams/Bally/Midway, and Premiere. Likewise, the talented artists, designers, creators, and programmers Davis has collaborated with over the years reads like a who's who of video gaming...

""Life hacks" takes on a whole new meaning! After successfully saving the elf girl Mia from the evil Zen, Satou and his party set off the escort her back to her village. With his high stats, full wallet, and good company, Satou is enjoying the leisurely journey, exporing the ins and outs of this new world's gamelike mechanics-- until he meets a witch and her apprentice who need his help! Fortunately, his perspective as a programmer gives them an advantage...

Four high school kids discover an old video game console and are drawn into the game's jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose.

It's time to wire up and get connected to one of the most complex areas of Minecraft--Redstone. Redstone experts guide you through all aspects of working with Redstone including mining, smelting, using repeaters, circuit components and circuit designs. This handbook also includes exclusive tips from game creator Notch himself and some of the most extraordinary Redstone creations ever made. So power up and get switched on to Redstone--it's electrifying...