Bitmap Books

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

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.

Dive into the untold story of Macintosh gaming with this beautifully crafted 480-page hardcover that celebrates the platform's revolutionary impact on video game history.Expanded edition with 70 extra pages including new foreword, timeline, and 6,000+ additional wordsFeatures 80 interviews with legendary developers behind Myst, Halo, SimCity, and countless Mac classicsStunning 1-bit pixel art illustrations by JJ Signal, colored page edges, and premium thread-sewn bindingWritten by award-winning game historian Richard Moss with contributions from industry pioneersCovers hundreds of games from the golden age of Mac gaming, including forgotten gems and cult favoritesHigh-quality lithographic print on 158mm × 230mm pages with hardback cover and bookmark ribbon

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

The first officially licensed, comprehensive history of one of gaming's most legendary fighting franchises.544 pages of exclusive content with unprecedented access to SNK's archivesHardcover edition with premium black foil-blocked cover and sewn bindingFeatures never-before-seen artwork, character deep-dives, and developer interviewsCovers the entire KOF legacy from Fatal Fury to KOF XVIncludes insights from original team members and voice actorsHigh-quality lithographic print with special Pantone inks throughout

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 pagesFeatures iconic titles like Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, Street Fighter II, Bomberman '93, and Ys I & IIHardcover with metallic red foil logo, sewn binding, and high-quality lithographic printingExpert reviews and insightful summaries for every game featuredShowcases the bold Japanese aesthetic movement of the late 1980s through game cover artThread sewn binding allows the book to lay completely flat for optimal viewing

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

N64: A Visual Compendium is the ultimate hardcover celebration of Nintendo's revolutionary 64-bit console and its legendary game library.436 premium pages featuring over 150 N64 game profiles with stunning screenshots and artworkExclusive interviews with industry legends including David Doak (GoldenEye 007) and contributions from Shigeru MiyamotoPremium hardcover with protective slipcase, lenticular animated cover, and four N64-inspired bookmark ribbonsWritten by developers and gaming journalists who lived the N64 eraDeep dive into Nintendo's transition to 3D gaming with rare insights and untold storiesFeatures classics like Super Mario 64, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, GoldenEye 007, and hidden gems

Dive into 40 years of run 'n' gun gaming history with this stunning 496-page hardcover from Bitmap Books, featuring over 300 classic and modern shooters.

Comprehensive chronicle from 1975's Gun Fight to modern masterpieces like Cuphead and Blazing Chrome
Guest forewords by Mega Man's Keiji Inafune and Cuphead creators Chad and Jared Moldenhauer
Behind-the-scenes stories, expert tips, trivia, and gorgeous high-quality screenshots throughout
Premium lithographic printing with spot-varnished cover artwork by Jorge M. Velez
Written by award-winning journalist Dave Cook with contributions from industry experts
Features all the legends: Contra, Metal Slug, Gunstar Heroes, Turrican, and hundreds more

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