FIGHT MAGIC ITEMS HIST FINAL FANTASY RISE JAPANESE RPG SC (C(W) Moher, AidanRUNNING PRESSStockID: 55194 SKU: AUG221789Take a journey through the history of Japanese role-playing games-from the creators who built it- the games that defined it- and the stories that transformed pop culture and continue to capture the imaginations of millions of fans to this day. The Japanese roleplaying game (JRPG) genre is one that is known for bold- unforgettable characters; rich stories- and some of the most iconic and beloved games in the industry. Inspired by early western RPGs and introducing technology and artistic styles that pushed the boundaries of what video games could be- this genre is responsible for creating some of the most complex- bold- and beloved games in history-and it has the fanbase to prove it. In Fight- Magic- Items- Aidan Moher guides readers through the fascinating history of JRPGs- exploring the technical challenges- distinct narrative and artistic visions- and creative rivalries that fueled the creation of countless iconic games and their quest to become the best- not only in Japan- but in North America- too. Moher starts with the origin stories of two classic Nintendo titles- Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest- and immerses readers in the world of JRPGs- following the interconnected history from through the lens of their creators and their stories full of hope- risk- and pixels- from the tiny teams and almost impossible schedules that built the foundations of the Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest franchises; Reiko Kodama pushing the narrative and genre boundaries with Phantasy Star; the unexpected team up between Horii and Sakaguchi to create Chrono Trigger; or the unique mashup of classic Disney with Final Fantasy coolness in Kingdom Hearts. Filled with firsthand interviews and behind-the-scenes looks into the development- reception- and influence of JRPGs- Fight- Magic- Items captures the evolution of the genre and why it continues to grab us- decades after those first iconic pixelated games released.This is a PRESALE. Release date stated in title. Books will ship after release date. Release dates subject to change without notice. We do not guarantee release dates set by publishers.This listing uses stock images, images may not have final trade dress. Final art may vary and will have trade dress (logos). Virgin covers will be explicitly stated in the title. If the title does not state that the cover is virgin, it will have logos/trade dress. Industry standard is to provide retailers with images prior to release, these images usually do not contain logos but logos will be on the actual product when it is released.Books will be in Near Mint (NM) 9.4 or better condition.Any CGC offerings will ship in approximately 60 - 90 days after the release date. Signed, special or limited edition items usually have later release dates than the initial release. Title may state the release date of the unsigned/non limited item.No returns or refunds.
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