by Robert B. Marks (Author)
This work uncovers the history of multiplayer games and online gaming through detailed explorations of the evolution of the EverQuest game.
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Can't Get Enough EverQuest?
For everyone who loves EverQuest or who has wondered about the game's appeal, here is the ultimate guide to the game world! You'll go behind the scenes to meet the game's creators, discover their influences, see how the game was made, and learn what it takes to run and maintain one of the world's most massive multiplayer online role-playing games. Author Robert Marks conducted extensive interviews with the designers, artists, and programmers to bring you this insider's look. You'll also hear from the players themselves, visit an EverQuest Fan Faire, and be entertained by the many amusing stories that can only take place in this spell-binding reality.Trace the origins of computer role playing games from the fantasy lore of Tolkien and others Meet the creators of EverQuest in exclusive interviews conducted just for this book Marvel at the eye-popping concept art and detailed visualizations that are developed before programming begins See the massive server farms that maintain the virtual world Find out the true stories behind the controversies Learn the improbable tale of how a simple D&D campaign evolved into the most popular online fantasy RPG of all time Meet the people who play EverQuest and enjoy their surprising stories
Full color game art section inside!