Art of Atari: Limited Deluxe Edition
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Tim Lapetino
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 213.7 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 364
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Art of Atari: Limited Deluxe Edition
Art of Atari is a celebrated illustrated history of video game art, written by Tim Lapetino. This digital PDF edition delivers the deluxe volume instantly after purchase, with no physical shipping.
From arcade cabinets to home console boxes, the book reveals the artists and artwork behind Atari’s most memorable games.
Book Overview
Art of Atari: Limited Deluxe Edition is a comprehensive visual history of Atari’s art and design, published by Dynamite Entertainment in 2016. The book covers Atari’s history, art and design, coin-op games, home consoles, and box artwork. It includes profiles of artists such as George Opperman, Cliff Spohn, Rick Guidice, Susan Jaekel, Steve Hendricks, Terry Hoff, Hiro Kimura, James Kelly, Warren Chang, Marc Ericksen, and Evelyn Seto.
The deluxe edition includes a foreword by Ernest Cline and an afterword by Robert V. Conte. Its chapters also explore the mystery of E.T., the licensing of Pac-Man, industrial design, analog process, prototypes, and advertising and promotion.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- An in-depth history of Atari, from its early years through the arcade and home console eras.
- A gallery of iconic coin-op and home console games with original box artwork.
- Artist profiles featuring George Opperman, Cliff Spohn, Rick Guidice, Susan Jaekel, Steve Hendricks, Terry Hoff, Hiro Kimura, James Kelly, Warren Chang, Marc Ericksen, and Evelyn Seto.
- The story behind E.T. and the mystery surrounding the game.
- A look at Pac-Man licensing and the art that helped make it a legend.
- Insights into industrial design, prototypes, advertising, and promotion.
Why This Book Matters
Atari shaped the early video game industry, and its packaging art was often the first image players saw. This book gives long-overdue credit to the artists whose work defined Atari’s visual identity. It is an important reference for collectors, designers, and fans of video game history.
Book Details
| Format | |
|---|---|
| File Size | 213.7 MB |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 364 |
| Edition | Limited Deluxe Edition |
| Author | Tim Lapetino |
| Publisher | Dynamite Entertainment |
| Publisher Location | Mt. Laurel, NJ |
| Publication Year | 2016 |
| Deluxe Edition ISBN | 978-1-5241-0211-1 |
| Standard Edition ISBN | 978-1-5241-0103-9 |
| Foreword | Ernest Cline |
| Afterword | Robert V. Conte |
| Designer / Co-Art Director | Jason Adam |
| Editorial Consultant | Robert V. Conte |
| Contributor / Technical Advisor | Martin Goldberg |
| Editor | Shawna Gore |
| Project Manager | Rich Young |
| Production Supervisor | Jason Ullmeyer |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. Access is available immediately after purchase through your download link. The PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile reading apps. Use a compatible PDF reader to enjoy the full-color artwork on your preferred screen.
FAQ
When will I receive the book? You receive instant access to the PDF download after purchase. No physical item is shipped.
Is this a physical book? No, this is a digital PDF edition. There is no shipping, and no printed copy is included.
What devices can read this PDF? The PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile reading apps.
Add Art of Atari: Limited Deluxe Edition to your digital library and explore the artwork that defined a generation of video games.
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