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The Video Game Library is the definitive site for video game literature. New books from around the world are added every single day. A free resource for historians, academics, fans and fellow writers.

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thevglibrary, to gaming
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The series is still sitting in my backlog. 😅

Released in 2000 exclusively in Japan, this comprehensive "World Guidance" art book covers everything you'd want to know about 📚

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/grandia-ii-world-guidance

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@trabex Is it a series that I should start with the first entry?

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As I return to Mastodon, I realize that I have no idea who is here, or who I should be following. Any recommendations for people y'all think I need to pay attention to?

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@Dennis5891 @niclake Thank you so much!! Really appreciate you spreading the word about the project! 🙏

thevglibrary, to random
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One of my favourite GAME BOY books I own❗️

"GAME BOY: The Box Art Collection" is a wonderful celebration of some of the finest cover artwork for this monochrome marvel!

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/game-boy-the-box-art-collection

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@ExiledKing Agreed! Got any favourites?

thevglibrary, to gameboy
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Looking to celebrate 35+ years of by finally getting around to modding it❓

Look no further than Greg Farrell's book:

"Game Boy Modding"

Learn how to purchase, refurbish, mod, and customize Nintendo handheld consoles❗️

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/game-boy-modding-a-beginner-s-guide-to-game-boy-mods-collecting-history-and-more

thevglibrary, to gameboy
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A Jeff Rovin classic❗

"How To Win At Games" is the essential new guide to Nintendo's hottest handheld!

🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹 🔹

and more!

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/how-to-win-at-game-boy-games

thevglibrary,
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@ChrisFerguson Oh nice!! It's a great little book. The collection of "How To Win" books is crazy!

thevglibrary, to random
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Another really cool GAME BOY book comes from Pix'n Love

2013's "La Bible Game Boy" is a 300+ page French publication that celebrates the rich history of NINTENDO's beloved handheld.

Some great variant covers:
🔴 Mario
🟢 Zelda
🟣 Tetris
🟡 Pokémon

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-game-boy-bible

thevglibrary, to VideoGames
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In 2011's "Narrative Pleasures", 12 people (18-21) read a novel, watch a film and play a video game from beginning to end.

The video game:

Their responses inform a new framework of contemporary themes of narrative comprehension.

👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/narrative-pleasures-in-young-adult-novels-films-and-video-games

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This one totally slipped past my radar! 😮

"Made in Asia/America"

A new #GameStudies book that focuses on gaming's racial dynamics. It shares minority experiences through 14 critical essays and 5 round tables.

Congrats on the release, all❗

https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/made-in-asia-america-why-video-games-were-never-really-about-us

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Listening to the latest NVC Podcast, and Seth was asking about some manga! 💘

There were definitely some great books released in Japan

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They're all being catalogued here:

👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org

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thevglibrary,
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@TinyHousekeep The one on the right is the Manga :) The one on the left is actually a Choose Your Own Adventure-style novel.

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Did you know❓ Video Games aren't just fun; they're incredibly powerful educational tools! 🎮

Back in 2011, this book was ahead of the curve, diving into practical "Games4Ed" applications in all types of settings! 💡

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/computer-games-as-educational-management-tools-uses-and-approaches

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Ghost of Tsushima is easily one of the most gorgeous games I've ever played.

So naturally, its artbook is also incredible. So much talent on this team! ❤️

Check it out here:

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-art-of-ghost-of-tsushima

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Guys, check this out 👇

A full catalogue of the best VIDEO GAME websites from 2001! 🤯

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/thrilling-game-site-reader

thevglibrary, to music
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More #Ludomusicology catalogued on the site 🎶📚

"Four Ways of Hearing Video Game Music" explores the different ways the same piece of music can be heard:

🎵 Background

🎵 Aesthetic hearing

🎵 Ludic hearing

🎵 Semiotic hearing

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/four-ways-of-hearing-video-game-music

#Music #GameStudies #VideoGame #VideoGames #VideoGameMusic #VGM #Book #books #Bookstodon

thevglibrary, to KirbyBin
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Have you been keeping up with Manga Mania❓

7 volumes of zany adventures of everyone's favourite pink puffball!

Learn more about them here:

👉 https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/

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Happy NATIONAL LIBRARIAN DAY!! 📚

A heartfelt Thank You to the amazing librarians in our communities who fuel our love for learning, preserve knowledge, and open doors to endless possibilities. 🙏❤️

thevglibrary, to fallout
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Did you know❓ In 2010, had a 48-page graphic novel released alongside its collectors edition!

It tells the story of some of the characters and events that lead up to the game.

Check it out here: https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/fallout-new-vegas-all-roads

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thevglibrary, to FinalFantasy
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twelfthman, to Playdate
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@UncrankdPD issue #1 & #2 just landed on my doorstep. So cool. These things are like beautifully bound books!

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@twelfthman @UncrankdPD Oh very cool!! Might look at getting these catalogued into The Video Game Library!!

thevglibrary, to VideoGames
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Yet another book I'm really looking forward to later this year❗

"The History of the Gothic Video Game" showcases some of the most prominent and enduring examples of with
elements.

Learn more here:
👉 https://thevideogamelibrary.org/book/the-history-of-the-gothic-video-game

@bookstodon

thevglibrary, to RPG
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What's your favourite game❓

The Official Complete Works immerses you in the breathtaking artwork of this iconic RPG through its characters and world.

https://www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/breath-of-fire-official-complete-works

@bookstodon

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@Judeau The "read the book" link has now been fixed!

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