Dive into the nostalgic world of retro gaming with *Collecting Classic Video Games*, a definitive guide designed for collectors and enthusiasts alike. This comprehensive Schiffer book is your ultimate source for exploring the history of home video games that captivated audiences during the 1970s and 1980s. Featuring over 1000 vivid color photographs, this paperback edition showcases iconic games from beloved systems such as Atari, Colecovision, and Intellivision. Relive the thrill of classics like *Asteroids*, *Donkey Kong*, *Pac-Man*, and *Zaxxon*. You will also discover fewer-known systems including Bally's Astrocade, GCE's Vectrex, Magnavox's Odyssey, and RCA's Studio II, making it a vital resource for any retro gaming collector. Included are examples of each gaming system, along with a diverse assortment of hand-held, table-top, and stand-alone games. Alongside engaging text, you’ll find valuable insights into video game memorabilia and current market values. Whether you're an experienced collector or just starting your journey, this book offers the essential information you need. Get your hands on this treasure trove of gaming history today and enrich your collection. Fast shipping options are available for your convenience, ensuring your classic gaming experience begins without delay!

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Title: Collecting Classic Video Games (Schiffer ...
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Paperback

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Here is a grand review of the home video games that entertained the nation, and much of the world, during the 1970s and 1980s. In over 1000 color photographs, many of the video games for the extremely popular Atariac, Colecovisionac, and Intellivisionac systems are displayed, ranging from Asteroidsac and Donkey Kongac to Pac-Manac and Zaxxonac. Games from less familiar systems, such as Bally's Astrocadeac, GCE's Vectrexac, Magnavox's Odysseyac, and RCA's Studio IIac, are featured as well. Also included are examples of each system for which games are displayed, a wide variety of hand-held, table-top, and stand-alone games, video game memorabilia, an engaging text, and current market values both in the captions and listings in the back of the book.