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Some of today’s most popular video games have been on the market for decades, while others barely make it days before disappearing forever. What differentiates the games that survive? This expansive look at modern video game development gives you an end-to-end, cross-disciplinary understanding of the people, processes, and core design principles you’ll need to create video games that thrive. 

Who Should Read This Book

This book is for anyone and everyone interested in working on and creating games, including:

• Aspiring game developers of any discipline.
• Veteran game developers looking to reframe their understanding of game development to account for modern trends and standards.
• Creative leaders who need to build and support environments where great video games are created.
• Game designers trying to improve their understanding of the business considerations that have felled so many recent games.
• User experience designers looking to understand, define, and expand their impact in the broader video game market.
• Producers struggling with the choice of business model or monetization choices for their games.
• Partners to video game developers like legal counsel, business development, venture capitalists, marketing, licensing, and human relations.

You’ll learn…

• A standard for basic game design principles.
• Foundational science and the art of universal player motivation, critical to informing decisions about the game.
• The modern gaming business, including live-service games.
• The roles that people and companies play in the game development process.
• A common language for game development techniques.
• How to achieve creative ideation and learn prioritization techniques.
• More advanced design topics to help games thrive over time.
• How to design games that encourage positive social experiences.
• Modern video gaming monetization techniques.
• To recognize common ethical and legal issues.
• About key video games hardware, software, engines, and platforms.
• What works and what doesn’t in gaming—showing common patterns in the industry and design struggles.
• Insights that will apply to teams and games of any size—from indie games to mega games

Oswin Fields ha llegado a Tundra, el último lugar habitable en un mundo cubierto de hielo. Ahí lo han salvado de una muerte segura por hambre y frío.

Tuvo suerte: casi nunca dejan entrar a un extranjero. Aun así, Oswin es visto con recelo o franca repulsión. Hasta que lo llaman a la Escuela de Hechiceros del Hielo. Ahí habría podido vencer los prejuicios y demostrar su valía, pero lo que era una prueba para ganarse a sus compañeros se ha convertido en una lucha de vida o muerte para salvarse y salvarlos a ellos.

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

Oswin Fields has arrived in Tundra, the last habitable place in a world covered in ice. There, he was rescued from certain death by hunger and cold.

He was lucky: outsiders are rarely allowed in. Even so, Oswin is met with suspicion and outright rejection. Until he’s summoned to the Ice Sorcerers’ School. There, he might have overcome prejudice and proven his worth, but what began as a test to earn his classmates’ respect has turned into a life-or-death struggle to save himself—and them.

A fascinating and eye-opening chronicle of the global history of oyster farming, the current state of the industry, and the possibilities of investing in oyster farming as a solution to food and climate challenges from veteran oyster farmer Dan Martino.

The oyster is one of Earth’s oldest animals, and fossil records show humans have enjoyed them for hundreds of thousands of years. But like so many other creatures, wild oysters were driven to near extinction by overconsumption and pollution. The Clean Water Act passed in 1972 marked a turning point for water quality, and decades later, we’re witnessing a renaissance in oyster culture as the rise of aquaculture (ocean farming) attempts to supply a growing demand for oysters that increases exponentially year after year.

Internationally renowned oyster farmer Dan Martino guides readers through this fascinating history before presenting a detailed breakdown of the current state of the oyster industry as only an insider can describe it. He discusses husbandry, nursery, and farm techniques; the practical side of working with local government to set up a farm; tips for selling into the market; and what qualities make for the perfect oyster. He details the various global styles of farming and the species of oysters farmed, explaining how they differ in size, texture, shape, and taste—characteristics referred to as “merroir,” to parallel the way “terroir” illuminates how the origin of place affects taste in wine.

The oyster has never been more relevant as we look to the future and the many challenges presented by climate change and a growing population. Martino explores how the current land-based food production system risks collapse as it tries to keep up with growing demand, and oyster farming, which uses no land and minimal freshwater input, is a natural alternative to more resource-intensive food sources. Oysters are also exceptionally good at capturing carbon, making them a necessary element in the quest for climate change solutions.

The Oyster Book is an exploration of the past, present, and future of humanity’s relationship with the oyster, highlighting how humans can learn from our mistakes and harness the oyster’s potential for a more sustainable future.

A feminist slasher novel fueled by female rage and haunted by gruesome murders, in this contemporary reimagining of Tess of the D’Urbervilles there can only be one final girl.

Darcy and her high school friends haven’t gathered together in seven years. After a tragic murder on prom night, the group graduated and never looked back. But when the lakeside cabin they spent their summers at is put up for sale, they reunite for one last hurrah.

Darcy hopes it will be an inspiring weekend that will help them all move on from their shared trauma. But Ashley, her biggest tormentor and the group’s manipulative self-appointed leader, is sure to stir up trouble. After a first day filled with jealousy, heartbreak, and unexpected guests, tensions are bursting, and the feud between Darcy and Ashley resurfaces.

The reunion takes a sinister turn when a masked killer slaughters one of their own. Cut off from the outside world with the death toll rising fast, the terrified friends turn on each other and uncover long buried secrets. Someone is seeking justice for their past betrayals and with friends like these no one is safe in this dark-femme slasher for fans of Maeve Fly by CJ Leede and The Indian Lake Trilogy by Stephen Graham Jones.

"A hundred miles from the mainland, half in the sea, half out of it. The rules are different here..." This wild and fantastical middle-grade adventure is steeped in Celtic folklore and is perfect for fans of Sophie Anderson.

All 13-year-old Blair Zielinski wants is a way off the remote Scottish island her parents have dragged her to. Roscoe is home to thousands of deer, a couple of hundred people, a complete lack of cell signal, and some unusual violet-eyed creatures.

Blair is miserable, until an otherworldly woman with antlers, one of the island's darkly magical fey folk, offers her an irresistible deal: complete three tasks and Blair's wish will be granted.

As she unravels the island's secrets, Blair soon discovers that a fey bargain cannot be broken, and her wish has put everyone on Roscoe at risk. Can Blair find a way to save her family, and the place at the edge of the silver sea that she has come to call home?

This wildly magical upper middle-grade fantasy explores family and friendship, the balance between humans and nature, and the people and places we embrace as our own. The Edge of the Silver Sea deftly weaves Celtic mythology and folklore with themes of environmentalism. This is the captivating US debut from Alex Mullarky: a bold new voice in children's fiction.

A cry in the dark, gentle yet penetrating…sly and sweet, wistful and winsome and altogether lovable. —New York Times

mɔɹnɪŋ [morning//mourning] is a performance text for an experimental opera that tells the story of what would transpire if all humans disappeared from Earth, starting in the present day and moving to 1.6 billion years into the future when life can no longer survive on the planet. Five characters guide the audience through the changes on Earth as forests grow back, new species evolve, and the human-made world erodes away. This work is a fantastical and playful exploration into the dire political and ethical contradictions that structure current human relations with nature.

He laces his fingers into my hair and slowly draws me in, his powerful hand gently threaded into the wet strands. I whimper, from fear more so than pain. It doesn’t hurt. But each word is enunciated as he warns, “Do. Not. Ever. Steal. From. Me. Again.”

Corliss Bell would do anything to bring her older sister, Aven, back to life. She’d give up her dreams of being a professional ballerina. She’d resign herself to never leaving the small seaside town of The Pins. Hell, she’d even make a deal with a demon. After all, demons are masters of death.

When a town mystic tells Corliss there’s a demon living nearby who may be the key in returning Aven to life, she’s emboldened by the idea of getting her beloved sister back. Corliss sneaks into the demon’s dilapidated mansion to beg for his help. But instead of finding him, she discovers a pair of enchanted red ballet slippers and steals them. The demon comes to reclaim what is his but finds Corliss and the slippers hopelessly intertwined. He imprisons her in his mansion, forcing her to dance for him every evening as punishment for stealing. Far from a helpless captive, Corliss begins working out a plan to bring Aven back to life, as soon as she can convince the demon—Orrin—to help her.

Hauntingly beautiful, with lush prose and a vividly creepy atmosphere, A Dance With Death is a compulsively juicy read that will wind its way into your psyche. Part horror, part magic—this is the gothic love story you didn't know you were missing.

Antología en formato revista manga japonesa de obras por autores españoles (manga, ilustraciones, artículos).

Algunas historias serán autoconclusivas, otras serializadas. Los relatos serán de género diverso: shōnen, seinen, yuri...

Cuenta con las colaboraciones de, entre otros, It's López, Belén Ortega, Ana Oncina, Luis Montes, Ken Niimura, Marta Salmons, Judith Mallol, Akira Pantsu, Blanca Mira, Kaoru Okino, Alba Cardona, Marian Company, Lorena Calderón, Natalia Calvo, Kalathras, IluTV, Oriol Estrada, Marc Bernabé, Santi Casas...

¡Más de 300 páginas llenas de talento!

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

Anthology in Japanese manga magazine format featuring works by Spanish authors (manga, illustrations, articles).

Some stories are standalone, while others are serialized. The narratives span various genres, including shōnen, seinen, and yuri.

Featuring collaborations from It's López, Belén Ortega, Ana Oncina, Luis Montes, Ken Niimura, Marta Salmons, Judith Mallol, Akira Pantsu, Blanca Mira, Kaoru Okino, Alba Cardona, Marian Company, Lorena Calderón, Natalia Calvo, Kalathras, IluTV, Oriol Estrada, Marc Bernabé, and Santi Casas, among others.

Over 300 pages packed with talent!

¡Nuevo número de la nueva sensación de manga de autores españoles!

Tras la exitosa acogida del primer número, llegan nuevos capítulos de las series favoritas de nuestros lectores, como Gryphoon (de Luis Montes), Alter Ego (de Ana C. Sánchez), Good Game! (de Blanca Mira y Kaoru Okino), La historia del manga (de Marc Bernabé, Oriol Estrada y Marian Company), Shion (de Alba Cardona) y Aron Fire (de Álvaro Jaudenes), junto a nuevas historias cortas de Santi Casas, Ana Oncina, Sara Soler, Ernest Sala y Ken Niimura, así como el estreno de series nuevas: Wing, de Senshiru, y Meadow Queen, de Alicia López.

A todo esto hay que añadir nuevas historias y colaboraciones de talentosos artistas, además de increíbles ilustraciones de Laia López, Judit Mallol y Marta Salmons, que aportan aún más riqueza visual a este número.

¡Otra entrega cargada de contenido y lectura manga!

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

New issue of the latest sensation in manga by spanish authors!

Following the successful reception of the first issue, new chapters arrive from our readers' favorite series, such as Gryphoon (by Luis Montes), Alter Ego (by Ana C. Sánchez), Good Game! (by Blanca Mira and Kaoru Okino), The History of Manga (by Marc Bernabé, Oriol Estrada, and Marian Company), Shion (by Alba Cardona), and Aron Fire (by Álvaro Jaudenes), along with new short stories by Santi Casas, Ana Oncina, Sara Soler, Ernest Sala, and Ken Niimura, as well as the debut of new series: Wing, by Senshiru, and Meadow Queen, by Alicia López.

On top of all this, new stories and collaborations from talented artists are included, along with stunning illustrations by Laia López, Judit Mallol, and Marta Salmons, adding even more visual richness to this issue.

Another edition packed with content and manga reading!

Las aventuras de Dani y Dorian continúan.

El cómic de Webtoon que ha enamorado a más de 800.000 lectores en todo el mundo.

Dani y Dorian Wytte han vivido un montón de aventuras desde que perdieron aquel autobús a la escuela. Con sus padres y el resto de los brujos sedientos de venganza, y con los no-magos cada vez más acorralados, Dani y Dorian no saben de qué lado estar… ni si realmente quieren pertenecer a alguno. Y eso incluye a su hermano, Damien, que ha desaparecido sin dejar rastro tras su coronación como Rey de los Brujos.

Los mellizos deberán emprender un viaje a través del desierto hacia nuevos reinos para encontrar a sus amigos desaparecidos. En esta nueva aventura, descubrirán las crueles consecuencias del legado de los no-magos, el poder que corre por las venas de los Wytte y lo duro que es no sentirse nunca a salvo.

Por suerte, no están solos.

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

The adventures of Dani and Dorian continue.

The Webtoon comic that has captivated more than 800,000 readers worldwide.

Dani and Dorian Wytte have been through countless adventures since they missed that bus to school. With their parents and the rest of the witches thirsting for revenge, and the non-magic folk increasingly cornered, Dani and Dorian don’t know which side to take… or if they even want to belong to one. And that includes their brother, Damien, who has vanished without a trace after his coronation as the King of Witches.

The twins must embark on a journey across the desert to new kingdoms in search of their missing friends. In this new adventure, they will uncover the cruel consequences of the non-magic legacy, the power running through the Wytte bloodline, and the harsh reality of never truly feeling safe.

Luckily, they are not alone.

¡Sumérgete en el mágico mundo de la exitosa serie de cómics Hooky!

Pinta a tus brujos favoritos en este fantástico libro oficial de colorear. En su interior encontrarás más de 90 páginas de ilustraciones preciosas, diseños divertidos y escenas mágicas. Dani, Dorian, Nico, Mónica y el resto de los amigos (¡incluso Minino y Carlo!) sacarán tu lado más artístico. Sácales punta a tus colores y prepárate para sumergirte en el mundo de Hooky.

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

Dive into the magical world of the hit comic series Hooky!

Color your favorite witches in this fantastic official coloring book. Inside, you’ll find over 90 pages of beautiful illustrations, fun designs, and magical scenes. Dani, Dorian, Nico, Monica, and the rest of the gang (even Minino and Carlo!) will bring out your artistic side. Sharpen your pencils and get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Hooky.

El cómic de gran éxito de Webtoon sobre las aventuras de dos brujos en un universo con ecos de Harry Potter.

Dos mellizos, una profecía y un mundo lleno de magia.

Todo se complica cuando los mellizos Dani y Dorian pierden el autobús a la Escuela de Magia. Lo que debía ser el principio de su educación como brujos terminará en una serie de aventuras —y algún que otro lío— en las que conocerán a nuevos amigos de lo más dispares: Nico, el más rebelde de todos los chicos del lugar; la cursi y romántica princesa Monica; el apuesto y reservado Mark; a Pendragon, el mentor más despistado, e incluso una mascota de lo más extraña. Lo que Dani y Dorian no se esperaban era ser perseguidos por varias familias mágicas muy poderosas, que creen que uno de ellos dos es el Rey de las Brujas de una profecía.

Este singular grupo de amigos deberá unirse para arreglar todos los malentendidos que han causado sus travesuras, pero ¿podrán arreglar también los conflictos del reino de una vez por todas?

The hit Webtoon comic about the adventures of two witches in a universe reminiscent of Harry Potter.

Two twins, a prophecy, and a world full of magic

Things get complicated when twins Dani and Dorian miss the bus to the Magic School. What was supposed to be the beginning of their education as witches turns into a series of adventures—and a few mishaps—where they meet a diverse group of new friends: Nico, the most mischievous boy around; the sweet and romantic Princess Monica; the handsome and reserved Mark; Pendragon, the most absent-minded mentor; and even a very peculiar pet. What Dani and Dorian never expected was to be pursued by several powerful magical families who believe that one of them is the Witch King of a prophecy.

This unique group of friends must come together to fix all the misunderstandings caused by their mischief, but will they also be able to resolve the kingdom’s conflicts once and for all?

Lenora Hope diecisiete cumplió
y a su hermana de una soga colgó.

Con el paso de los años, el sangriento asesinato de la familia Hope se convirtió en una popular ronda infantil. Aunque todos asumen que la responsable de lo ocurrido aquella fatídica noche de 1929 fue Lenora, la hija adolescente, la policía nunca logró probarlo. Desde entonces, Lenora jamás ha hablado de lo sucedido ni ha salido de la mansión en el acantilado donde ocurrieron los crímenes.

A su papá acuchilló,
también a su madre mató.

Es 1983 y Kit McDeere, una enfermera privada, llega a la decadente Mansión Hope para atender a Lenora, quien ahora es una anciana decrépita que no puede moverse y cuya única forma de comunicación es una vieja máquina de escribir. Para Kit es un trabajo rutinario, hasta que una noche Lenora le hace una escalofriante propuesta: «Quiero contarte todo».

«No fui yo», Lenora juró,
pero es la única que sobrevivió.

Mientras Kit la ayuda a escribir los hechos de la masacre, descubre que la historia guarda muchos más secretos de los que se sospechaba. Y cuando descubre la verdad sobre la repentina desaparición de la enfermera a quien reemplaza, empieza a preguntarse si Lenora le está diciendo toda la verdad… y si la frágil mujer bajo su cuidado es realmente mucho más peligrosa de lo que parece.

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

Lenora Hope turned seventeen,
and left her sister hanging unseen.

Over the years, the brutal murder of the Hope family turned into a well-known rhyme. While everyone assumes that Lenora, the teenage daughter, was responsible for that fateful night in 1929, the police never managed to prove it. Since then, Lenora has never spoken about what happened, nor has she left the cliffside mansion where the crimes took place.

She stabbed her father,
then slew her mother.

It’s 1983, and Kit McDeere, a private nurse, arrives at the decaying Hope Mansion to care for Lenora, now a frail, immobilized old woman whose only means of communication is an old typewriter. For Kit, it seems like a routine job—until one night, Lenora makes a chilling proposal: "I want to tell you everything."

"It wasn't me," Lenora swore,
but she's the one who walked through gore.

As Kit helps Lenora write down the details of the massacre, she uncovers far more secrets than anyone suspected. And when she learns the truth about the sudden disappearance of the nurse she replaced, she begins to wonder if Lenora is telling her everything… and if the frail woman under her care is far more dangerous than she seems.

1854. New York. Eunice sits in what will become Central Park and wonders if something is going horribly wrong.
2027. London. Clare falls in love as the streets begin to flood.
2100. Svalbard. Ana hears a baby crying in the seed vault.

The world is ending, sure. But what happens in between?

Flora Wilson Brown's The Beautiful Future is Coming is a fresh, fast-paced, and funny play covering 250 years of climate crisis—a powerful story about holding onto hope and humanity against all odds.