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This book is a potted history of video games, telling all the rollercoaster stories of this fascinating young industry that's now twice as big globally than the film and music industries combined. Each chapter explores the history of video games through a different lens, giving a uniquely well-rounded overview. Packed with pictures and stats, this book is for video gamers nostalgic for the good old days of gaming, and young gamers curious about how...
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2022.
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"Role-playing game historian Ben Riggs unveils the secret history of TSR- the company that unleashed imaginations with Dungeons & Dragons, was driven into ruin by disastrous management decisions, and then saved by their bitterest rival. Co-created by wargame enthusiasts Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, the original Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game released by TSR (Tactical Studies Rules) in 1974 created a radical new medium: the role-playing game....
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IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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930L
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"With over one billion players across 111 countries, Monopoly is recognized today as one of the world's most famous games. Have you ever wondered how it was invented? In the late 1800s lived Lizzie Magie, a clever and charismatic woman with a strong sense of justice. Waves of urban migration drew Lizzie's attention to rising financial inequality. One day she had an idea: create a game that shows the unfairness of the landlord-tenant relationship....
6) Chess
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[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"An introductory look at the game of Chess. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to Chess, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading"--
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Roll for initiative! Everyone who has played Dungeons & Dragons knows this thrilling phrase that begins combat with all sorts of fantasy creatures, bandits, evil wizards, and, yes, dragons. Even if you've never played Dungeons & Dragons, you probably know someone who has; the game has had a profound influence of our culture, and 2024 marks the engrossing role-playing game's fiftieth anniversary. Released decades before the Internet and social media,...
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[2017]
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NC 1250L
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English
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The ultimate and complete guide to videogames. The brand-new 2018 edition is packed full of the most up-to-date news, achievements and developments in the gaming world, illustrated with the best and most exciting imagery from this year's top titles. It also includes gameplay tips and hints, retro facts from classic games, and more.
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[2018]
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English
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The Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition 2019 is the global authority on all things videogames. The 12th edition of the world's best-selling videogames annual is bursting with amazing records, remarkable feats and marvelous achievements by gamers just like you, who have been inspired by the games they love to play.
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