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Commodore 64: A Visual Compendium celebrates the legendary home computer through its incredible gaming legacy, featuring over 100 classic titles in stunning full colour.

476 pages of beautiful in-game screenshots and loading screens from classic C64 games
Covers three decades of gaming history, from 1982 through to modern homebrew releases
Exclusive artwork gallery by legendary ZZAP!64 artist Oliver Frey
In-depth features, developer profiles, and interviews with famous C64 artists
Premium hardback edition with spot-varnished dust jacket and high-quality paper
Perfect gift for retro gaming enthusiasts and Commodore 64 collectors

Metal Slug: The Ultimate History is the first officially-licensed hardcover book celebrating one of gaming's most iconic run-and-gun franchises.452 pages packed with exclusive interviews, rare concept art, and franchise historyFeatures 11 in-depth interviews with key developers including never-before-heard voicesUnprecedented access to SNK's archives with high-resolution artworkExplores the roots from Irem classics to the mysterious Metal Slug ZeroPremium hardback with black foil blocking, sewn binding, and special Pantone inkPerfect collectible for retro gaming enthusiasts and Metal Slug fans

Celebrate the stunning artistry of Japanese Super Famicom game packaging with this beautifully curated hardback collection from Bitmap Books.Features around 250 Super Famicom titles with life-size box art presentationsProfessionally photographed from the renowned collection of Stuart Brett (Super Famicom Guy)Includes rare and previously undocumented games with expert artwork critiquesPremium 276-page hardback with charcoal grey wibalin cover and gold foil logoInterviews with collectors and foreword by legendary games journalist Steve JarrattPerfect for Nintendo fans who appreciate the superior Japanese box art designs

Dive into the golden age of first-person shooters with this stunning 424-page hardcover guide from Bitmap Books.Covers over 180 FPS games from 1992-2002, including DOOM, Quake, Half-Life, and GoldenEye 007Features exclusive interviews with industry legends like John Romero, Warren Spector, and Ken LevinePacked with hundreds of screenshots, in-depth research, and forgotten gaming gemsPremium hardcover with dust jacket, spot varnish, and sewn binding for durabilityIncludes a foreword by first-person shooter legend John RomeroPerfect for retro gaming enthusiasts and FPS history buffs

Bitmap Books celebrates NEC's legendary console with a stunning hardcover dedicated to the artistry of PC Engine box art.

Over 300 professionally photographed PC Engine box arts across 372 premium pages
Features iconic titles like Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, Street Fighter II, Bomberman '93, and Ys I & II
Hardcover with metallic red foil logo, sewn binding, and high-quality lithographic printing
Expert reviews and insightful summaries for every game featured
Showcases the bold Japanese aesthetic movement of the late 1980s through game cover art
Thread sewn binding allows the book to lay completely flat for optimal viewing

Discover the legendary design era that defined video gaming with this comprehensive German hardcover celebrating Atari's revolutionary art and creativity.352 pages packed with 700 stunning color illustrations showcasing iconic Atari artworkFeatures cover paintings, hardware designs, and never-before-seen prototype sketches from three decadesDocuments nearly 400 games from Adventure to Yar's Revenge and over 70 consoles and computersIncludes firsthand accounts from over 300 Atari designers, artists, and programmersGerman edition expanded with new chapters on arcade development, Atarisoft, Tengen, and Lucasfilm collaborationsLarge format (25cm x 28cm) hardcover by renowned gaming historian Winnie Forster

Celebrate the iconic ZX Spectrum with this stunning 304-page hardcover visual journey through the computer that defined a generation of British gaming.Over 100 classic ZX Spectrum games beautifully showcased with full-bleed screenshots printed using special fluorescent inks to capture the authentic vibrant paletteExclusive interviews and anecdotes from legendary developers including the Stamper Brothers, Matthew Smith, Dave Perry, and the Oliver TwinsIn-depth profiles of major publishers, Eastern Bloc clones, and the thriving homebrew scene that continues todayPremium hardback edition with spot-varnished dust jacket and high-quality lithographic printing on 304 pagesFeatures iconic titles from The Hobbit and Manic Miner to Elite, Knight Lore, and Head Over Heels

Dive into the golden age of gaming with this stunning 528-page hardcover celebrating the Atari 2600 and 7800 consoles.Over 200 classic games showcased with breathtaking pixel art and cover artworkExclusive interviews with legendary developers like Nolan Bushnell, David Crane, and Warren RobinettPremium hardback with protective slipcase, lenticular cover, and sewn bindingFeatures iconic titles: Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Pitfall!, River Raid, and many moreIncludes contributions from over 80 industry pioneers and gaming historiansFree PDF version included for reading on the go

Journey through 50 years of gaming history with this comprehensive guide to consoles and home computers from 1972 to 2022.Over 800 full-color photos showcasing 550 gaming machinesDetailed technology tables and historical backgrounds for every eraCovers classic systems from Atari VCS to PS5 and Steam Deck288 pages of gaming hardware knowledge in paperback formatWritten by industry veteran Winnie Forster with decades of expertisePerfect reference for collectors, gamers, and retro enthusiasts

German first edition (from the French): 272 pages, hardcover, thread bound, with extensive appendices.

The CRPG Book (Expanded Edition) by Bitmap Books is the definitive guide to the history of computer role-playing games – in English, spanning 684 pages with reviews of over 450 games from 1975–2019.

684 pages, hardcover with sewn binding & gold foil cover
Over 450 game reviews – from Ultima to Disco Elysium
Mod tips, dev quotes & hints on running games on modern hardware
Edited by Felipe Pepe, written by 167 volunteers from around the world

The Art Of The Box celebrates the golden age of video game packaging with 564 pages of stunning artwork from the artists who shaped gaming's visual identity.26 detailed biographies of legendary box art illustrators including Bob Wakelin, Tom DuBois, and Susumu MatsushitaOver 350 full-color images presented without logos, showing each piece as the artist intendedCovers gaming history from Atari's early VCS era to modern AAA titles564 pages of premium quality: hardback format, gloss paper, sewn binding, and ribbon bookmarkFeatures artists from UK, Europe, North America, and Japan with 100,000+ words of interviews and researchShowcases artwork from hundreds of iconic games across multiple platforms and decades