{"product_id":"8-bit-apocalypse-alex-rubens-9781419738937","title":"8-Bit Apocalypse: The Untold Story of Atari's Missile Command","description":"\u003cb\u003eStep back into the wild silicon frontier of the 8-bit '80s with \u003ci\u003e8-Bit Apocalypse: The Untold Story of Atari's Missile Command.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Written by tech insider Alex Rubens, this captivating book delves into the electronic history of arcade games, focusing on the iconic game Missile Command. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Discover how this groundbreaking game not only entertained millions but also served as a cultural commentary, putting players in a no-win scenario that mirrored the anxieties of the Cold War era. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Whether you're a gaming enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the origins of video games, \u003ci\u003e8-Bit Apocalypse: The Untold Story of Atari's Missile Command\u003c\/i\u003e offers a fascinating look at the people and events that shaped the early days of the video game industry. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIn-Depth Interviews: \u003c\/b\u003eFeatures exclusive insights from major figures like Nolan Bushnell, founder of Atari, and David Theurer, the creator of Missile Command, who faced personal challenges and frequent nightmares about nuclear annihilation. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical Context: \u003c\/b\u003eExplores the cultural impact of Missile Command and the rise of the video game industry in the late 1970s and early 1980s. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePersonal Stories: \u003c\/b\u003eReveals the toll on programmers who worked tirelessly to create these games, often sacrificing their health and personal lives. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNostalgic Journey: \u003c\/b\u003eTakes readers back to the days of TaB cola, dot matrix printers, and digging through the couch for quarters, capturing the essence of the era. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alex Rubens\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1419738933\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781419738937\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Harry N. Abrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 256\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.60lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.20h x 5.50w x 0.80d","brand":"Alex Rubens","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48440586141951,"sku":"9781419738937","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_6b052d80-7a7e-44b2-956a-0c95557aab5d.jpg?v=1777183432","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/8-bit-apocalypse-alex-rubens-9781419738937","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}