Game On!: Video Game History from Pong and Pac-Man to Mario
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Examine some of the most played, inventive, and significant video games ever to learn about the quick development and evolution of this genre. Discover the history, Easter eggs, and inspirations behind each game (Mario was named after Nintendo's landlord who stormed into a staff meeting demanding rent), as well as the innovations that make each game unique, such as the ghosts in Pac-Man, which are the first instance of artificial intelligence in a video game. This book is for you if you are an avid gamer or are just curious to know what all the fuss is about!
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Examine some of the most played, inventive, and significant video games ever to learn about the quick development and evolution of this genre. Discover the history, Easter eggs, and inspirations behind each game (Mario was named after Nintendo's landlord who stormed into a staff meeting demanding rent), as well as the innovations that make each game unique, such as the ghosts in Pac-Man, which are the first instance of artificial intelligence in a video game. This book is for you if you are an avid gamer or are just curious to know what all the fuss is about!