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Thousands of vivid, high-resolution screen shots create a virtual feast for the eyes in this comprehensive visual guide through the world of PC and video gaming. Sorted by genre, reviews of the 150 most exciting current software titles are accompanied by information of interest to players, parents, and industry professionals, including level of age appropriateness. Each game is featured in a two-page spread that includes detailed game summary, analysis, and strategy along with nine representative in-game screen shots, lists of games with similar skill and strategy requirements, ESRB content ratings, and complete technological specifications. Feature stories scattered throughout the guide cover apropos game-related topics--multiplayer online gaming, games in movies, and the future of gaming. An illustrated glossary, overview of game publishers, and information on newer hardware platforms, such as Sony's PS3 and Nintendo's Wii, are also included.

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A fantastic read for game industry professionals and gamers alike. Not only is it a great reference for many of today's top games, but the addition of insightful features such as games as art, game music, and game heroes extends the book's value. --James Brightman, lead business editor, GameDaily BIZ

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Bendik Stang is the founder and technical director of gameXplore N.A. Inc. and is currently chairman of the Norwegian chapter of International Game Developers Association. He is an engineer with a degree in information technology from Denmark Technical University and a degree in mechanical engineering from the State University of New York-Buffalo. Erik Hoftunis the president and cofounder of gameXplore North America. Jorgen Kirksaeter is a game journalist and expert advisor for the Norwegian government and the European Commission. Hans Christian Bjorne is the cofounder and director of gameXplore.

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