Greetings from Amazon.com Delivers Computer and Video Games Editor, Michael Ryan FEATURED IN THIS E-MAIL: * Game Design 101: This month's featured book * New Games and Books: Soul Calibur, Final Fantasy VIII, System Shock 2 * What's Hot? Bestselling computer games books at press time * Almost Published: Guides that are selling before the games have even hit the streets GAME DESIGN 101: THIS MONTH'S FEATURED BOOK ******************************************* "Game Design: Secrets of the Sages" by Marc Saltzman http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1566869048/entertainmentsit Thinking about a career in computer or video game design? If so, you'll want a copy of this book in your library. With expert input from over 100 professional game designers, this book provides a wealth of information about the gaming industry, what it takes to break into it, and what kinds of barriers and challenges you might encounter along the way. NEW GAMES AND BOOKS ******************* "Soul Calibur" by Namco http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00000K125/entertainmentsit If you have to choose just one game to buy for your shiny new Dreamcast console, this should be it. Breathtaking graphics, nonstop martial arts action, and phenomenal head-to-head battles make this title even more impressive than the arcade original. A cool mission mode adds unique challenges to the basic fighting game formula, while hidden goodies let you soak up more of the game's unbelievable artwork. "System Shock 2; Official Strategy Guide" by Prima Games http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761524932/entertainmentsit PC gamers haven't been left out of the recent wave of blockbuster gaming releases. System Shock 2, with its incredibly spooky atmosphere and uniquely suspenseful gameplay, could turn out to be one of the year's finest games on any platform. To make it through this challenging game, however, you'll want to keep Prima's guide handy at all times. The book contains excellent walkthroughs, along with maps, cheats, and descriptions of each weapon and creature in the game. "Final Fantasy VIII: Prima's Official Strategy Guide" by David Cassady http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/156686903X/entertainmentsit With all the hoopla surrounding the Sega Dreamcast launch, some gamers may have missed the release of the latest and most impressive installment of the storied Final Fantasy series. Available only for the PlayStation, Final Fantasy VIII is a vast epic of action, adventure, and even romance. BradyGames's guide to the game is brimming over with hints, strategies, and vital information that will help you guide Squall Leonhart in his efforts to bring peace to the world, defeat an evil sorceress, and come to grips with his feelings toward a free-spirited young woman named Rinoa. WHAT'S HOT? BESTSELLING COMPUTER GAMES BOOKS AT PRESS TIME ********************************************************** "Legend of Zelda, Ocarina of Time: Prima's Official Strategy Guide" by Elizabeth Hollinger, James M. Ratkos, and Don Tica http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761509208/entertainmentsit The epic adventure that some claim is the best video game ever made continues to confound players. Prima's guide is almost a year old, but it dominates the sales chart at number 1. "Titanic Adventure Out of Time: Hints & Solutions" by William H. Keith, Jr. and Nina Barton http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/156686657X/entertainmentsit More than just a hint guide, this book includes details on the history and mystery of the famous doomed ship, as well as a brief discussion of time travel. "The Legend of Zelda, Ocarina of Time: Official Strategy Guide" by Debra McBride http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1566868084/entertainmentsit Another guide to the Zelda masterpiece, this book is beautifully illustrated and includes the solutions to every puzzle and the location of every secret. ALMOST PUBLISHED **************** Computer and video game guides that have garnered the most pre-orders from Amazon.com customers--before the games have even been released. "Metal Gear Solid, VR Missions: Prima's Official Strategy Guide" by Steve Honeywell http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761525025/entertainmentsit The Metal Gear universe has expanded in the upcoming PlayStation game Metal Gear Solid, VR Missions. Prima's book details all the intricacies of the very dangerous VR world. "Pokemon Yellow" by Elizabeth M. Hollinger and James M. Ratkos http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761522778/entertainmentsit With an upcoming movie as well as the all-new Pokemon Yellow video game, Pokemania is still growing. Get this guide and be the first to capture all the new Pokemon. "Final Fantasy Anthology Official Strategy Guide" by BradyGames http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1566869250/entertainmentsit Combining Final Fantasy V and VI, the upcoming Final Fantasy Anthology packs in well over 60 hours of intense gameplay. Fortunately, BradyGames's guide includes complete maps and walkthroughs for both games--and even details the miniquests in Final Fantasy VI. ****** Give the Perfect Gift -- Get the Perfect Gift Does Aunt Ida send polka CDs when you'd prefer pop? Create an Amazon.com Wish List and save everyone the agony of the unwanted gift. Wish list
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