List of products by brand Bitmap Books

English language book. The ultimate hardcover celebration of 50 groundbreaking indie games – packed with exclusive developer interviews, concept art, and 450+ pages of passion for independent gaming.

Author: Aaron Potter (experienced video game journalist)
Foreword: Mike Bithell (Thomas Was Alone)
452 pages, hardcover, lithographic print on premium paper
50 chapters + 16 Honourable Mentions
Cover: gold embossed text, design by Roberto Zurdo

This lavish 572 page book plots the course of the company, from initial successes with Monty Mole, Jack The Nipper and Thing On A Spring, to its ground-breaking Lotus-branded racing games, and eventual purchase by Infogrames in 1999.

From Dragon Quest to Final Fantasy, from Megami Tensei to Pokémon, A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games explores the expansive history of Japanese role-playing games, beginning on 8-bit microcomputers, and following them all the way up to the heavy hitters of the modern era.

"A Tale of Two Halves: The History Of Football Video Games" is the definitive book on the history of football video games – and the Captain's Edition turns it into a genuine collector's item.

Limited to 1,000 copies, never to be reprinted
628 pages, hardback, 250 × 250 mm
Expert analysis of over 400 football games – from the very beginnings to the 2000s heyday
13 interviews with pioneering game developers
Foil-blocked slipcase (260 × 260 × 50 mm) with fabric captain's armband
Boot lace bookmark ribbons

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

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

Celebrate the legendary Commodore Amiga with this stunning 424-page visual journey through gaming history.

Over 140 iconic Amiga games showcased with double-page spreads and vibrant screenshots
Exclusive quotes and insights from legendary developers including Sid Meier, Ron Gilbert, and David Braben
Explores the Amiga's revolutionary hardware, the demo scene, and prominent publishers
Premium hardcover edition with lithographic printing, spot varnish cover, and protective dust jacket
Features contributions from over 100 industry veterans and Amiga legends
Perfect for collectors and anyone who experienced the golden age of 16-bit gaming

This stunning hardcover celebrates the iconic box art that made Nintendo's Game Boy a cultural phenomenon!372 full-color pages showcasing box art from Western and Eastern Game Boy releasesFeatures beloved franchises like Mario, Zelda, Metroid, Pokémon, Final Fantasy, and hundreds moreIncludes game screenshots, professionally translated Japanese titles, and collector insightsPremium hardcover with metallic silver textured cover and metallic blue foil logoForeword by Gameboycameraman plus extensive Game Boy history featureThread sewn binding allows the book to lay flat for perfect double-page viewing

This stunning limited silver edition celebrates the iconic Game Boy with 372 pages of gorgeous box art from around the world.Limited to just 1,500 numbered copies worldwide with exclusive metallic silver box and Wil Overton cover artFeatures hundreds of Game Boy box art designs from Western and Japanese releases with professional translationsIncludes screenshots, collector interviews, Game Boy history feature and foreword by GameboycameramanPremium hardcover with metallic textured cover, blue foil logo, thread-sewn binding and high-quality lithographic printing372 pages showcasing legendary franchises like Mario, Zelda, Pokémon, Mega Man, Castlevania and hundreds moreFree PDF included for viewing on the go - perfect for retro gaming enthusiasts and collectors

Go Straight is the ultimate 456-page hardcover guide to side-scrolling beat-'em-ups, covering over 200 games from 1984 to today.Written by award-winning author Dave Cook with foreword by Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa KishimotoFeatures classics like Final Fight, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage plus hidden gemsPacked with screenshots, sprites, level maps, and expert tips for every gamePremium hardback with spot-varnished cover and high-quality lithographic printingPerfect for arcade veterans and newcomers discovering the beat-'em-up genre

Hurt Me Plenty is the second volume in Bitmap Books' definitive FPS series, covering nearly 220 first-person shooters released between 2003 and 2010.

464 pages, hardcover, 210 × 297 mm format
Nearly 220 games across PC, console, handheld, and arcade
Interviews with creators of Call of Duty, BioShock, Counter-Strike, Portal and more
Foreword by Harvey Smith (Deus Ex, Dishonored)
Illustrated cover by Ian Pestridge, printed with special Pantone ink

Leaps + Bounds is Bitmap Books' definitive visual guide to the history of gaming consoles – spanning nine generations from the 1970s to the Switch 2 and PS5, beautifully illustrated and expertly written.

Over 150 consoles across nine generations – from icons to obscure rarities
Precise illustrations of every console by artist Adam Rufino
336 pages, hardback, A4 format, sewn binding
Foreword by Christopher Taber, CEO of Analogue
Edge-to-edge lithographic print, bookmark ribbon, shrink-wrapped