Aspiring game designers can take advantage of a significant discount on the newly released 3rd Edition of “Level Up: The Guide to Great Video Game Design.” The book is now priced at $36.70, down from its original $50, providing an excellent opportunity for those looking to deepen their understanding of game development.
Published a decade after its predecessor, the 3rd Edition includes expanded content across 600 pages. It covers diverse topics such as creating design documents, optimizing gameplay controls, level building, and crafting engaging narratives. Additionally, it features over 400 illustrations to enhance reader comprehension.
The latest edition introduces two new chapters that focus on playtesting and designing for virtual and augmented reality, ensuring that readers are equipped with knowledge that reflects current industry trends.
“Level Up” has consistently been a bestseller since its initial release in 2010, authored by industry veteran Scott Rogers, known for his work on acclaimed titles like “God of War” and “Darksiders.”
In addition to “Level Up,” there are several other noteworthy titles for those looking to expand their game development library. “The Art of Game Design: A Book of Lenses” by Jesse Schell offers a unique perspective with over 100 insightful questions to consider during game design. Similarly, “Theory of Fun for Game Design” by Raph Koster explores the fundamental influences on modern video game design.
Other relevant reads include “Significant Zero: Heroes, Villains, and the Fight for Art and Soul in Video Games” by Walt Williams and “Blood, Sweat, and Pixels” by Jason Schreier. While not strictly design-focused, these books provide valuable insights into the complexities of the video game industry. “Wonderbook: The Illustrated Guide to Creating Imaginative Fiction” is also a great resource for aspiring writers interested in world-building, making it a useful addition, even for those primarily focused on fiction rather than game design.
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