Arcade Adventures tells the story of video game arcades, from the pioneering technology of the 1970s and the golden age of the 1980s, to the modern experiences of today.
Arcades were a true pioneer of gaming, existing long before consoles were played in homes around the world. Arcade Adventures celebrates the history of these beloved spaces, from the enduring playability of early experiences such as Pong and Space Invaders, to the skill-based play of Donkey Kong and platformers that shaped the journey of gaming.
The world of arcades existed long before consoles were played in homes around the world. Arcade Adventures celebrates the history of these beloved spaces, from the enduring playability of early experiences such as Pong and Space Invaders, to the skill-based button pressing of Donkey Kong and other platformers that shaped the journey of gaming.
| ISBN: | 9780008755454 |
| Publication date: | 7th May 2026 |
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| Publisher: | Expanse an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 240 pages |
| Genres: |
Computer games / online games: strategy guides Computer game art Computer and video game industry History of engineering and technology Antiques, vintage and collectables: toys, games, dolls and models Gift Books |
Arcade Adventures tells the story of video game arcades, from the pioneering technology of the 1970s and the golden age of the 1980s, to the modern experiences of today.
Arcades were a true pioneer of gaming, existing long before consoles were played in homes around the world. Arcade Adventures celebrates the history of these beloved spaces, from the enduring playability of early experiences such as Pong and Space Invaders, to the skill-based play of Donkey Kong and platformers that shaped the journey of gaming.
The world of arcades existed long before consoles were played in homes around the world. Arcade Adventures celebrates the history of these beloved spaces, from the enduring playability of early experiences such as Pong and Space Invaders, to the skill-based button pressing of Donkey Kong and other platformers that shaped the journey of gaming.
Arcade Adventures features in the following genres: Computer games / online games: strategy guides, Computer game art, Computer and video game industry, History of engineering and technology, Antiques, vintage and collectables: toys, games, dolls and models, Gift Books
Arcade Adventures is available in Hardback
Arcade Adventures was written by and published by Expanse an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Arcade Adventures has 240 pages
£31.50