computer games

Describes a variety of careers in the computer and video game industry including art directors, programmmers, hardware engineers, and more, and provides educational requirements, salary ranges, and career opportunities.

A guide to the world of computer and video games that provides information on the pioneering titles that changed the gaming industry, the different types of games, the influence of cartoons on video game graphics, and other related topics.

Tells the life story of video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, describing his childhood love of drawing cartoons, his beginnings in his field, and his success with Nintendo, creating such games as "Donkey Kong," "Super Mario Bros.," and "The Legend of Zelda.".

A guide to the video game "Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures," provides tips and secrets for the game.

A boy who likes nothing but playing computer games is in trouble when the power goes out and his little sister has all of the batteries in the house.

"Michael is a skilled internet gamer in a world of advanced technology. When a cyber-terrorist begins to threaten players, Michael is called upon to seek him and his secrets out"--Provided by publisher.

"Set in a computer game, a knight is swayed away from the game's rules by the promise of winning the affections of a princess and ending his life of torment"--Provided by publisher.

Pandora Walker unwittingly unleashes cyber Armageddon on her seventeenth birthday and must play a virtual reality game in order to save the world.

"Describes the technology used for creating and playing video games. Includes information on how different platforms work and the direction video game technology may be going"--provided by publisher.

Collects essays that offer varying perspectives on issues related to video games, including what impact they have on players' health, how they affect society, and whether or not they portray minorities fairly.