Ever wondered how video games first came about? In this new book series on video game history we look in detail at all the games, systems and people.
In this first book, we chart from the first true pioneers, covering the very first games ever made, the rise of Atari, and the creation of the world first video game consoles such as the Magnavox Odyssey. We also look at some of key visionaries such as Ralph Baer, Nolan Bushnell, Jerry Lawson and the guys at Alpex with their creation of the first video game console with changeable game cartridges, the Fairchild Channel-F.
This book has been created with accessibility in mind, giving the detail, but in a way that is engaging and enthralling read for you to enjoy. It has also been written specifically with the Kindle Fire and various tablets and phones in mind. This means it will be a comfortable read on most electronic devices you decide to use. Also all the games and topics covered is accompanied with video and document links wherever possible, allowing you to see first-hand the games or topics cover in even more detail.
In this first book, we chart from the first true pioneers, covering the very first games ever made, the rise of Atari, and the creation of the world first video game consoles such as the Magnavox Odyssey. We also look at some of key visionaries such as Ralph Baer, Nolan Bushnell, Jerry Lawson and the guys at Alpex with their creation of the first video game console with changeable game cartridges, the Fairchild Channel-F.
This book has been created with accessibility in mind, giving the detail, but in a way that is engaging and enthralling read for you to enjoy. It has also been written specifically with the Kindle Fire and various tablets and phones in mind. This means it will be a comfortable read on most electronic devices you decide to use. Also all the games and topics covered is accompanied with video and document links wherever possible, allowing you to see first-hand the games or topics cover in even more detail.
