The Dark Side of The Controller: The Ultimate Gaming Fact Book - Softcover

Taul, Tauno

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798230382164

Publisher: Tauno Taul, 2024

Synopsis

Uncover the hidden depths of your favorite video games!

Delve into the captivating world of gaming with "The Dark Side of the Controller." This visually stunning book is packed with fascinating facts, trivia, and behind-the-scenes secrets about your beloved video games.

From the iconic adventures of Super Mario to the mind-bending puzzles of Portal, this book explores the rich history and cultural impact of gaming.

Discover the incredible story of how Metal Gear Solid used LEGO bricks in their series and learn about the video games that have earned a place in the prestigious Museum of Modern Art in New York.

With colorful illustrations and engaging storytelling, "The Dark Side of the Controller" is a must-have for any gaming enthusiast. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore gamer, you'll find something new and exciting to learn on every page.

This was in the era of large, bulky CRT televisions.

It was even suggested in the Super Mario Kart guidebook that players glance at one other's displays and cheat to get an edge!

By 1981, the instant classic had raked in $1 billion

When Space Invaders was initially published in 1978, there were rumours that Japan had ran out of 100 Yen coins.

Help! Help! "I'm being repressed!

If you click a peasant too many times, for instance, it can begin to taunt you or even yell, "Help! Help! "I'm being repressed" is a clear allusion to The Holy Grail by Monty Python.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tauno Taul
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798230382164
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 80