Download or read book The Art of Diablo written by Jake Gerli and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-03 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For more than twenty years, the artists behind Diablo have conjured new visions of the heavens and the hells, built nightmarish corridors filled with monsters and demons, and unleashed swarms of malevolent creatures upon tens of millions of players worldwide. Featuring never before seen content, The Art of Diablo plunges into the concept, design, and environmental art that has defined the world of Sanctuary and the Eternal Conflict at the core of Blizzard Entertainment's action-packed dungeon-crawling game.
Download or read book The Art of Anthem Limited Edition written by Bioware and published by Dark Horse Comics. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of pieces of art with commentary detailing the creation of BioWare's groundbreaking epic in an expertly designed hardcover volume! This limited edition features : Die-cut clamshell case Gallery-quality art print Exclusive cover Metallic-printed and embossed miniature replica of an ancient Fort Tarsis mural! From the studio behind the hit franchises Dragon Age and Mass Effect comes the thrilling world of Anthem. Dark Horse Books and BioWare are proud to present The Art of Anthem, showcasing the grandeur and beauty of this dangerous new world.
Download or read book The Art of Overwatch written by Blizzard and published by Dark Horse Comics. This book was released on 2017-10-24 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overwatch has taken the world by storm, boasting millions of players and gaining critical acclaim. Now, in this beautiful hardcover, Blizzard Entertainment reveals the creative process behind one of the most popular FPS games of all time! Filled with never-before-seen art as well as commentary provided by the game’s development team, this book is sure to please any Overwatch fan. · Never-before-seen artwork! · Essential companion to the international best-selling game Overwatch! · Introduction and commentary provided by the game’s development team! · Overwatch is a global phenomenon with 30 million players! · Produced in close partnership with Blizzard Entertainment! · Behind-the-scenes look at your favorite characters! · Overwatch creation revealed!
Download or read book The Art of Diablo Volume II Limited Edition written by Micky Neilson and published by . This book was released on 2024-11-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in stunning limited edition, fans of Blizzard Entertainment's Diablo(R) won't want to miss this stunning art book that chronicles the creation of Diablo II: Resurrected, Diablo Immortal, and Diablo IV. Blizzard Entertainment's Diablo(R) franchise was growing with a monstrous new slate: Diablo II: Resurrected Diablo: Immortal, as well as the blood-chilling Diablo IV. With the success of the first three acclaimed Diablo dungeon-crawlers under their belt, artists had to innovate horror in unexpected ways for these next installments, from twisted monster ecologies to stomach-churning special effects, environments that looked real, yet hummed with ancient evil. Join the artists from each Diablo(R) title in conversation as they discuss the crafting of the games' stunning key art, uncanny creatures, and masterfully executed effects and environments that give the universe its iconic aesthetic. With over 500 pieces of concept art from Diablo: Immortal, Diablo II: Resurrected, and Diablo IV, this incomparable volume showcases the next collection of choice artwork developed to frighten and delight horror fans everywhere. This deluxe limited edition includes a hardcover art book with a unique cover featuring blind UV effects as well as a portfolio that houses two unique prints, all secured in a custom case.
Download or read book The Diablo The Sin War 1 Birthright written by Richard A. Knaak and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-05-01 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the beginning of time, the angelic forces of the High Heavens and the demonic hordes of the Burning Hells have been locked in an eternal conflict for the fate of all Creation. That struggle has now spilled over into Sanctuary -- the world of men. Determined to win mankind over to their respective causes, the forces of good and evil wage a secret war for mortal souls. This is the tale of the Sin War -- the conflict that would forever change the destiny of man. Three thousand years before the darkening of Tristram, Uldyssian, son of Diomedes, was a simple farmer from the village of Seram. Content with his quiet, idyllic life, Uldyssian is shocked as dark events rapidly unfold around him. Mistakenly blamed for the grisly murders of two traveling missionaries, Uldyssian is forced to flee his homeland and set out on a perilous quest to redeem his good name. To his horror, he has begun to manifest strange new powers -- powers no mortal man has ever dreamed of. Now, Uldyssian must grapple with the energies building within him -- lest they consume the last vestiges of his humanity.
Download or read book Diablo III Book of Cain written by Blizzard Entertainment and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-07-18 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delve deeper into the dark fantasy world of the Diablo universe as Deckard Cain shares history and lore in this fictional illustrated journal. In Blizzard Entertainment’s Diablo® and Diablo II, the recurring character of Deckard Cain delivered quests, accompanied the brave adventurer, and, as the last of the Horadrim, provided a link to the greater history of the world of Sanctuary. Ever mysterious during these appearances, Cain hinted at a larger story, providing snippets of it in his notebook. Diablo III: Book of Cain is Cain’s formal record of this greater tale—a dissertation on the lore of the Diablo universe, told by one who has witnessed and participated in some of the epic events that make up the eternal conflict between the High Heavens and the Burning Hells. Designed as an “in-world” artifact from the Diablo universe, Diablo III: Book of Cain includes Cain’s revealing meditations, as well as dozens of sketches and color artworks depicting the angelic and demonic beings who wage constant war with one another.
Download or read book The Art of Overwatch Volume 2 Limited Edition written by Blizzard and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2022-01-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A limited-edition compendium including never-before-seen concept art for new characters—from Doomfist to Echo! This volume showcases new content from summer 2017 onward, including the development process around fan-favorite heroes, environments, and cinematics. Beyond new content, this all-encompassing guide goes further, expanding on the construction of unique, event-driven game modes, NPC design, and more. Introduction text and a sneak peek at Overwatch 2, meticulously crafted with the Overwatch game team, complete this beautiful collection! Created in close collaboration with Blizzard Entertainment, who will be offering the standard hardcover edition. This set includes the hardcover art book with a unique metallic-ink printing on a new wraparound cover and two portfolios that house three unique prints, all secured in a custom clamshell case. The three Overwatch prints are by Overwatch Art Director Arnold Tsang, standard color cover artist Will Murai, and Blizzard artist Nesskain.
Download or read book The Art of BRAVELY SECOND END LAYER written by Square Enix and published by Dark Horse Comics. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 250 pages of concept art and developer commentary compiled in a fascinating and vibrant hardcover volume! Return to the enchanted world of Luxendarc with a collection of art that celebrates another critically revered entry in the BRAVELY series! Enjoy in-depth commentary from the creative team, and explore detailed concept art from the ethereal sequel to BRAVELY DEFAULT. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to present The Art of BRAVELY SECOND: END LAYER, published in English for the first time! This localization of the original Japanese text features gorgeous concept art and extensive commentary from the team behind BRAVELY SECOND. The second of two-volumes, this collection intimately explores the concepts and creativity from the next chapter in the fan-favorite BRAVELY series!
Download or read book Reverse Design written by Patrick Holleman and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-09-13 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Reverse Design series looks at all of the design decisions that went into classic video games. This is the sixth installment in the Reverse Design series, looking at Diablo II. Written in a readable format, it is broken down into three sections examining three topics important to the game: How does Diablo II borrow from different types of games like action RPGs, classical class-based RPGs and Roguelikes? What are the different types of randomness in Diablo II and how do they work? How do elaborate level-up mechanics keep players interested in a relatively short game for dozens or hundreds of hours? Key Features Comprehensive definitions of key concepts and terms, introducing the reader to the basic knowledge about the study of RPG design Summary of historical context of Diablo II, how it came to be, and how it influenced other games Extensive collections of data and data visualizations explaining how Diablo II’s systems work
Download or read book Diablo Sword of Justice written by Blizzard Entertainment and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Total War Warhammer The Art of the Games written by Paul Davies and published by Titan Books (US, CA). This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the world of all three Total War: WARHAMMER games in this stunning compendium, packed with concept art, final designs, storyboards, and artist commentary. Total War: WARHAMMER is the award-winning PC strategy game trilogy from Creative Assembly. Set in the world of Warhammer Fantasy Battles, it combines grand campaigns of epic empire-building with battles of breathtaking scale, brimming with the warriors, wizards, and monsters that fans know and love. Delve into the rich lore of Games Workshop’s world of Warhammer Fantasy Battles, as viewed through the Total War lens. Total War: WARHAMMER – The Art of the Games offers Creative Assembly’s insights into the development of the series. Pore over concept sketches, texture studies, character art, and fully rendered paintings, accompanied by commentary from the artists themselves. Featuring artwork of iconic characters and scenes from parts I and II, as well as never-before-seen art from the trilogy’s thundering grand finale, this coffee-table tome is an essential collector’s item for any Warhammer or Total War fan.
Download or read book Diablo III written by Doug Walsh and published by BradyGames. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evil is in its prime in the world of Diablo IIIThe ultimate guide to the RPG game, Diablo III Limited Edition provides you with a complete quest companion, and you can save your place as you go with an exclusive metal bookmark featuring the head of Diablo himself. Covering all four acts in the adventure, as well as in-depth coverage of Heroes, so whether you choose to play as a Witch Doctor, Barbarian, Wizard, Monk or Demon Hunter, the guide has you covered. The Bestiary lists every monster in the game and this special hardback edition shows you how to increase your skills in the Blacksmith, Jeweller and Mystic professions. Read all about how to find better weapons, items, collectibles and loot and discover strategies for dominating multiplayer action online. Diablo III Limited Edition is the official resource to Blizzard's Online Auction House and is jam-packed with screen shots that capture info on the newest areas of Sanctuary. For warriors who have survived the onslaught of the armies of the Burning Hells in Diablo I and II, to those who are new to the world of Sanctuary, Diablo III Limited Edition is the complete companion.
Download or read book The Art of Overwatch Volume 2 written by Matt Burns and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complete your collection and dig deeper into the evolution of Overwatch with The Art of Overwatch Volume 2, your guide to the art, design, and creation of one of the most popular FPS games of all time! This gorgeous compendium showcases new content from summer 2017 onward, including the development process around fan-favorite heroes, environments, and cinematics. Beyond new content, this all-encompassing guide goes further, expanding on the construction of unique, event-driven game modes, NPC design, and more. Don't miss this beautiful collection, meticulously crafted with the Overwatch game team! Includes: Introduction and commentary from the Overwatch game team Development story behind skins, events, and unique game modes Never-before-seen concept art for new characters from Doomfist to Echo Sneak peek at Overwatch 2 Also available in stunning Limited Edition from Dark Horse
Download or read book The Art of Hearthstone written by Brooks Roberts and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Hearthstone offers an in-depth glimpse into the creativity that made the wildly popular collectible card game into a global phenomenon. From the unseen concepts built early in Hearthstone's development to the hundreds of beautiful fantasy illustrations that have captured players' imaginations, this volume will show readers the art of the game in breathtaking detail. The book also tells the story of how Hearthstone came to be, growing from a small-team project to the worldwide success that it is today with more than 50 million players.
Download or read book Mark Klett written by Raphael Pumpelly and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fold-out in pocket affixed to page [3] of cover.
Download or read book The Cinematic Art of Overwatch Volume Two written by Gerli and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-14 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow the development story behind Overwatch's stunning cinematics, from "Rise and Shine" to "Reunion" and beyond! The first wave of Overwatch cinematics captured the imagination of millions of fans around the world. After the game released in 2016, Blizzard Entertainment embarked on a new mission to take cinematic storytelling to the next level. From the intense, action-packed rush of "Shooting Star" to the somber, noble ethos of "Honor and Glory," the creative team wanted to highlight a different side of the game's beloved heroes. In pursuit of their objectives, the crew added new artists in the mix, devised novel methods for making movies, and ventured into formats they hadn't tried before, such as in-game cinematics and stop-motion animation. Covering all the official Overwatch cinematics made from 2017-2020, including the Overwatch 2 announcement trailer, The Cinematic Art of Overwatch: Volume II showcases hundreds of pieces of never-before-seen artwork and documents the epic creative journey that Blizzard took to bring these films to life.
Download or read book The Art of Uncharted 2 Among Thieves written by Daniel Wade and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ballistic Publishing has partnered with Sony Computer Entertainment America and Naughty Dog, Inc., to produce The Art of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves. The biggest Ballistic Publishing art book to date weighs in at 272 pages and features some of the hundreds of drawings, paintings, and sculpts that began the process of making Nathan Drake's world real, and helped make Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Game of the Year. From concept art to character studies, environment art, character modeling, game art, cinematics, motion-capture, animation, and effects, The Art of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves is the ultimate companion to the award-winning PlayStation 3 game.
