Newman, James
Playing with Videogames
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415385237
- author:
- Newman, James
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 207
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- Cultural studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Exploring the vibrant cultures surrounding videogaming, James A. Newman examines the social practices and productive activities that accompany game-playing.
The author charts the diverse range of activities that surround videogame players, including walkthroughs, FAQs, art, narratives, online discussion boards, and fan games, as well as the emerging cultures of cheating, copying, and piracy.
This book offers a comprehensive understanding of the meanings of videogames and videogaming within the contemporary media environment, shedding light on the often-invisible world of videogame enthusiasts.
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