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Significant Zero: Heroes, Villains, And The Fight For Art And Soul In Video Games
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From The Awardwinning Videogame Writer Behind Spec Ops: The Line Comes An Exclusive Behindthescenes Look At How Todays Blockbuster Video Games Are Made.When His Satirical Musings In A College Newspaper Got Him Discharged From The Air Force, It Became Clear To Walt Williams That His Destiny In Life Was To Be A Writerhe Just Never Thought Hed End Up Writing Video Games, Let Alone Working On Some Of The Most Successful Franchises In The Industrybioshock, Civilization, Borderlands, And Mafia Among Others.Williams Pulls Back The Curtain On An Astonishingly Profitable Industry That Has Put Its Stamp On Pop Culture And Yet Is Little Known To Those Outside Its Walls. In His Reflective Yet Comicallyobservant Voice, Williams Walks You Through His Unlikely And At Times Inglorious Rise Within One Of The Worlds Top Gaming Companies, Exposing An Industry Abundant In Brain Power And Outsized Egos, But Struggling To Stay Innovative. Significant Zero Also Provides Cleareyed Criticism Of The Industrys Addiction To Violence And Explains How The Role Of The Narrative Designerthe Poor Soul Responsible For Harmonizing Gameplay With Storylinesis Crucial For Expanding The Scope Of Video Games Into More Immersive And Emotional Experiences.Significant Zero Offers A Rare Look Inside This Fascinating, Billiondollar Industry And A Path Forward For Its Talented Men And Womengamers And Nongamers Alikethat Imagines How Video Games Might Inspire The Best In All Of Us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Significant Zero'? A: 'Significant Zero' explores the intricate dynamics of the video game industry, highlighting the challenges and triumphs faced by narrative designers and the industry's relationship with violence and storytelling.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Significant Zero'? A: The author of 'Significant Zero' is Walt Williams, an award-winning video game writer known for his work on titles like Spec Ops: The Line.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Significant Zero' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'Significant Zero' contain? A: 'Significant Zero' contains a total of 304 pages, offering an in-depth look at the video game industry.
- Q: When was 'Significant Zero' published? A: 'Significant Zero' was published on September 19, 2017.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Significant Zero' is listed as being in mint condition, indicating it has been well-preserved.
- Q: What genre does 'Significant Zero' belong to? A: 'Significant Zero' falls under the category of 'Actors & Entertainers,' focusing on the narrative aspects of the video game industry.
- Q: Is 'Significant Zero' suitable for both gamers and non-gamers? A: 'Significant Zero' is written for a broad audience, making it accessible and engaging for both gamers and non-gamers interested in the creative processes behind video games.
- Q: What insights can I gain from reading 'Significant Zero'? A: Readers can gain valuable insights into the creative and technical processes of video game development, as well as the cultural impact of video games on society.
- Q: Does 'Significant Zero' offer any criticism of the video game industry? A: 'Significant Zero' provides clear-eyed criticism of the industry's addiction to violence and discusses the importance of narrative design in creating more immersive gaming experiences.