Diver, Mike
The Con50le: 50 Years of Home Video Gaming
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399040464
- author:
- Diver, Mike
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- White Owl
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 29.8 x 21 x 1.8 centimetres (1.0
- Genre:
- Computers, General, Computers,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Console: 50 Years of Home Video Gaming A comprehensive and conversational account of the history of home video gaming, spanning 50 years from the earliest consoles of the 1970s to the cutting-edge machines of today. This book explores the evolution of the industry, including well-known names like Nintendo Entertainment System, SEGA Mega Drive, and PlayStation 2, as well as lesser-known hardware. From the creators' inspirations to the games that made these consoles famous, and from successes to failures, this book unravels the history of home video gaming. It delves into the world of micro-consults, Japan-only releases, and home computer conversions, providing a detailed look at the industry's development over the years. With a focus on the machines themselves, as well as their impact on popular culture, The Console offers a fascinating insight into the world of home video gaming.
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