One of our forthcoming titles is The Art of Game
Worlds. It is the first in-depth look at the
stunning virtual worlds being created by today's
leading computer game artists. Subjects range
from the purely imaginative vistas of the
wildest fantasy and science fiction to the
meticulously recreated landscapes and cities
of real-world games.

Interviews with the artists and game creators
give insights into these fabulous worlds, while
concept and production artwork reveals
masterful details that may go unnoticed in the
frantic pace of playing a game.

Whether you are a designer looking for tips,
an artist looking for inspiration, or a player with
a passion for games - The Art of Game Worlds
will be an invaluable guide to the creativity
on display in games today
.

The Art of Game Worlds

 


Computer and videogames are the entertainment medium of the 21st century, and game characters
like Lara Croft and Mario are now as famous as
Mickey Mouse or Homer Simpson.

The Art of Game Characters will examine the
appeal of these iconic characters from the
early days of gaming to the present.

Interviews with the game designers reveal the
sources of inspiration, along with fascinating early
designs that show exactly how they went about
turning a bright idea into a classic character.


Gaming characters

 


This is just the start...

Other titles will include Game Gurus, a series of
eight books, covering different game genres
in-depth.

Game Guru: Strategy Games

Game Guru: Role-Playing Games

Gran Turismo: Driving the Game

Machinima

The Complete Guide to Game Development

Game Characters