Pixel Lives
Unveiling the Culture of Avid Gamers
Included:
✓ 200+ Page AI-Generated Book
✓ ePub eBook File — read on Kindle & Apple Books
✓ PDF Print File (Easy Printing)
✓ Word DOCX File (Easy Editing)
✓ Hi-Res Print-Ready Book Cover (No Logo Watermark)
✓ Full Commercial Use Rights — keep 100% of royalties
✓ Publish under your own Author Name
✓ Sell on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, Blurb & Gumroad to millions of readers worldwide
$149.00
$299.00
Join us on a journey into the heart of gaming culture with 'Pixel Lives: Unveiling the Culture of Avid Gamers'. Tailored for those who wish to understand the intricate world of virtual escapades, this book delves deep into the lives, motivations, and cultures that shape avid gamers around the globe. Broad enough for novices yet detailed for experts, it offers a granular view of the gaming community's psyche. From LAN parties to esport arenas, explore the social dynamics, community bonds, and transformative power of video games. Benefits include insight into the cognitive and social impact of gaming, a look at the economic and creative dimensions of game development, and an understanding of how gaming fosters unique forms of expression and identity.
- The Gamer's Creed
- Psychology of Play
- Identity in Pixels
2. Digital Bonfires
- Community & Camaraderie
- The Rise of Online Guilds
- Virtual Shared Spaces
3. The Competitive Edge
- The Thrill of Esports
- From Novice to Pro
- The Business of Competition
4. Masters of Craft
- Game Design Dynamics
- The Developer's Journey
- Player-Centric Creations
5. Beyond Entertainment
- Gaming with Purpose
- Educational Playgrounds
- Therapeutic Pixels
6. Challenging Realities
- Stereotypes and Misconceptions
- Tackling GamerGate
- Gender Dynamics in Gaming
7. The Economy of Gaming
- Monetization and Markets
- The Influencer Effect
- Virtual Economies Unpacked
8. Aesthetic Expressions
- The Art of Gaming
- Graphics Evolution
- Soundscapes & Storytelling
9. Cultural Cross-Play
- East Meets West
- Indie Games & Cultural Narratives
- Cultural Impact of Blockbusters
10. Sociotechnical Systems
- Gaming and Society
- The Ethics of Play
- Regulation and Censorship
11. New Frontiers
- Emerging Trends
- Virtual and Augmented Realities
- The Next Generation of Gaming
12. Legacy and Lore
- History of Gaming Culture
- Iconic Games and Their Legacy
- The Oral Traditions of Gamers
Table of Contents
1. Under the Skin- The Gamer's Creed
- Psychology of Play
- Identity in Pixels
2. Digital Bonfires
- Community & Camaraderie
- The Rise of Online Guilds
- Virtual Shared Spaces
3. The Competitive Edge
- The Thrill of Esports
- From Novice to Pro
- The Business of Competition
4. Masters of Craft
- Game Design Dynamics
- The Developer's Journey
- Player-Centric Creations
5. Beyond Entertainment
- Gaming with Purpose
- Educational Playgrounds
- Therapeutic Pixels
6. Challenging Realities
- Stereotypes and Misconceptions
- Tackling GamerGate
- Gender Dynamics in Gaming
7. The Economy of Gaming
- Monetization and Markets
- The Influencer Effect
- Virtual Economies Unpacked
8. Aesthetic Expressions
- The Art of Gaming
- Graphics Evolution
- Soundscapes & Storytelling
9. Cultural Cross-Play
- East Meets West
- Indie Games & Cultural Narratives
- Cultural Impact of Blockbusters
10. Sociotechnical Systems
- Gaming and Society
- The Ethics of Play
- Regulation and Censorship
11. New Frontiers
- Emerging Trends
- Virtual and Augmented Realities
- The Next Generation of Gaming
12. Legacy and Lore
- History of Gaming Culture
- Iconic Games and Their Legacy
- The Oral Traditions of Gamers