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1	Fall of Reach more books like this by Eric S Nylund add to wishlist This explosive military science fiction epic, a tie-in to Microsoft's new video game console XBOX, is presented in the tradition of Del Rey's Starfist novels. The human race is pitted against a powerful alien enemy, the Covenant, which is determined to lead humans into a devastating intergalactic war on a distant planet--a planet that is crucial ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.85! \| first editions \| SVS
2	The Flood more books like this by William C Dietz add to wishlist This follow-up to "Halo: The Fall of Reach"--the first title in a series of books based on the hit Xbox game Halo--continues the epic saga of humans facing an alien race known as the Covenant. Original. see all copies* from $1.99! new only from $3.85! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Halo: First Strike more books like this by Eric S Nylund add to wishlist Interstellar heroes race to save Earth from a devastating alien invasion in the third original novel based on the hit Xbox game. Original. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.75! \| first editions \| SVS
4	The Cole Protocol more books like this by Tobias S Buckell add to wishlist In the first, desperate days of the Human-Covenant War, the UNSC has enacted the Cole Protocol to safeguard Earth and its Inner Colonies from discovery by a merciless alien foe. Many are called upon to rid the universe of lingering navigation data that would reveal the location of Earth. Among them is Navy Lieutenant Jacob Keyes. Thrust back into ... see all copies from $4.37! new only from $5.42! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Grand Theft Auto San Andreas more books like this by BradyGames (Creator) add to wishlist Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is the latest game in the world-renowned Grand Theft Auto franchise. The game features several new elements and revolves around three cities--Los Santos (based on Los Angeles), San Fierro (based on San Francisco), and Las Venturas (based on Las Vegas). Each city is relatively the size of Vice City--making it clear ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $33.58! \| first editions
6	The Ultimate Guide to Video Game Writing and Design more books like this by Flint Dille, John Zuur Platten, Skip Press (Editor) add to wishlist The authors of this title are top game designers and focus on creating games that are an involving, emotional experience for the gamer. Topics include integrating story into the game, writing the game script, putting together the game bible, creating the design document and working on original intellectual property versus working with licenses. ... see all copies from $11.82! new only from $11.93! \| SVS
7	Crouching Buzzard, Leaping Loon more books like this by Donna Andrews add to wishlist From the author of "Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos" comes a laugh-aloud adventure where Meg Langslow, working the switchboard temporarily, finds that the company's practical joker really is dead--not just pretending. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
8	Second Life: The Official Guide more books like this by Michael Rymaszewski, Wagner James Au, Mark Wallace add to wishlist "Second Life: The Official Guide" is the perfect book for anyone interested in Linden Lab's fascinating Second Life metaverse. This book explores in detail every aspect of Second Life's rich and multilayered virtual world, explains how it works, and offers a wealth of information and practical advice for all Second Life residents. The first part ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Monkeewrench more books like this by P J Tracy add to wishlist The staff of the Monkeewrench software company seem to have a hit on their hands--Serial Killer Detective, their new game, is getting great reviews from its early customers. The trouble is that one of the game's fans is taking things a bit too literally (or is it virtually?) and restaging the murders depicted in the game. Meanwhile, as Grace ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.50! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Rules of Play: Game Design Fundamentals more books like this by Katie Salen, Eric Zimmerman add to wishlist Games have become as much a genre of pop culture as film or television, but game design has yet to develop a theoretical framework or critical vocabulary. In Rules of Play Katie Salen and Eric Zimmerman offer an impassioned defense and definition of this emerging field. see all copies from $37.98! new only from $41.50! \| SVS
11 view cover	Mastering Unreal Technology, Volume I: Introduction to Level Design with Unreal Engine 3 more books like this by Jason Busby, Zak Parrish, Jeff Wilson add to wishlist Mastering Unreal Technology, Volume I: Introduction to Level Design with Unreal Engine 3 is your start-to-finish guide to modding and level design with the world's hottest new gaming engine: Unreal Engine 3. Here's everything you need to know to jumpstart your skills and create stunning new content and games for consoles and PCs alike! Your ... see all copies from $29.27! new only from $29.27! \| SVS
12 view cover	World of Warcraft Programming: A Guide and Reference for Creating Wow Addons more books like this by James Whitehead, II, Matthew Orlando add to wishlist 'WoW' is what you'll say when you see how many ways you can tweak the World of Warcraft interface after you read this book! If you're new to programming, we'll teach you the basics of Lua and XML and walk you through writing your first addon. If you already have some original addons in your arsenal, jump right into Parts III and IV and work with ... see all copies from $9.57! new only from $14.64! \| SVS
13 view cover	Final Fantasy VIII more books like this by David Cassady add to wishlist Readers get a walkthrough of the game, including maps and strategies on how to defeat every boss; complete lists of items, magic, Guardian Forces, and Triple Triad cards; tips on completing minigames; strategies for the Triple Triad game; information on the Chocobo World sub-game; and game secrets. see all copies from $13.44! new only from $75.89!
14 view cover	Game Development Essentials: An Introduction more books like this by Jeannie Novak add to wishlist Strap your seat-belt on and get ready for a fascinating ride through the fastest-growing segment of the entertainment industry! As gaming evolves into a powerhouse industry and a much-in-demand career opportunity, the need has never been greater for a book that offers a penetrating introduction to the field and a clear explanation of the keys to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $49.10! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Starting Out with Games and Graphics in C++ more books like this by Tony Gaddis add to wishlist Tony Gaddis's accessible, step-by-step presentation helps beginning students understand the important details necessary to become skilled programmers at an introductory level. Gaddis motivates the study of both programming skills and the C++ programming language by presenting all the details needed to understand the "how" and the "why"--but never ... see all copies from $63.49! new only from $66.67! \| SVS
16 view cover	Fundamentals of Game Design more books like this by Ernest Adams add to wishlist To create a great video game, you must start with a solid game design: A well-designed game is easier to build, more entertaining, and has a better chance of succeeding in the marketplace. Here to teach you the essential skills of player-centric game design is one of the industry's leading authorities, Ernest Adams, who offers a first-hand look ... see all copies from $28.00! new only from $44.85! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Beginning XNA 2.0 Game Programming: From Novice to Professional more books like this by Alexandre Lobao, Bruno Evangelista, Jose Antonio Leal de Farias add to wishlist Would you like to create your own games, but never have the time to dig into the details of multimedia programming? Now you don t have to! XNA makes it simple to create your own games, which will run on your PC and Xbox 360 console. Even if you don t know how to program at all, Beginning XNA 2.0 Game Programming: From Novice to Professional will ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Introduction to 3D Game Programming with DirectX 9.0c: A Shader Approach more books like this by Frank D Luna add to wishlist Introduction to 3D Game Programming with DirectX 9.0c: A Shader Approach presents an introduction to programming interactive computer graphics, with an emphasis on game development, using real-time shaders with DirectX 9.0. The book is divided into three parts that explain basic mathematical and 3D concepts, show how to describe 3D worlds and ... see all copies from $24.69! new only from $27.08! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Mastering Unreal Technology, Volume II: Advanced Level Design Concepts with Unreal Engine 3 more books like this by Jason Busby, Zak Parrish, Jeff Wilson add to wishlist Mastering Unreal Technology, Volume II: Advanced Level Design Concepts with Unreal Engine 3 is your start-to-finish guide to state-of-the-art Unreal Tournament 3 modding and level design. Here's everything you need to know to take your game design skills to the next level, creating content with breakthrough depth and interactivity! Your authors ... see all copies from $35.98! new only from $35.98! \| SVS
20 view cover	Hacking World of Warcraft more books like this by Dan Gilbert, Deacon, James Whitehead, II add to wishlist This book helps you get crafty! Veteran WoW player and creator of the most popular 'World of Warcraft' add on (Atlas), Dan Gilbert guides you through making your stay in the world of Azeroth more exciting. Whether you're human, dwarf, elf, or orc, you'll feast on numerous unique hacks such as combat, artwork and model, map, interface, loot, chat, ... see all copies from $3.74! new only from $6.00! \| SVS
21 view cover	Beginning C++ Through Game Programming more books like this by Michael Dawson, Mike Dawson add to wishlist What is it that sets games apart from other forms of entertainment, keeping players coming back for more? Interactivity. The ability to control the outcome. Programming is an integral part of that interactivity, and C++ is a vital skill in programming for games. Beginning C++ through Game Programming, Second Edition will provide you with the core ... see all copies from $13.60! new only from $19.79! \| SVS
22 view cover	The Givenchy Code more books like this by Julie Kenner add to wishlist As if bad-hair days, scrounging for rent money, and lusting after designer shoes wasn't enough to make Melanie Prescott's life interesting, suddenly she's chasing after obscure clues tossed her way by a madman. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Game Coding Complete more books like this by Mike McShaffry add to wishlist The newest edition of the essential hands-on guide to developing commercial-quality games, this book takes a look at the entire process and challenge of creating a game. An excellent introduction to game architecture, it examines all the major subsystems of modern game engines, revealing professional techniques used in actual games. This third ... see all copies from $2.98! new only from $39.88! \| SVS
24 view cover	Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Official Strategy Guide more books like this by Tim Bogenn add to wishlist Grand Theft Auto: Vice City is a brand new game in the wildly popular Grand Theft Auto series. Set in Vice City during the 1980's, the game's theme will revolve around glamour, power, and corruption. Players will experience the same intense action and mayhem of Grand Theft Auto III, in a completely new adventure. The highly anticipated follow-up ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.44! \| SVS
25 view cover	Mastering Unreal Technology: The Art of Level Design more books like this by Jason Busby, Zak Parrish, Joel Vaneenwyk add to wishlist Let your imagination run wild in the world of Unreal Technology. Mastering Unreal Technology: The Art of Level Design knows no boundaries as it shows you how to build custom mods, maps and levels with the Unreal engine. Its tutorial format will give you immediate results through the tips and demos provided from the industry's top level designers. ... see all copies from $5.93! new only from $19.16! \| SVS

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