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Horror Video Games - by Bernard Perron (Paperback)
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Highlights
- In this in-depth critical and theoretical analysis of the horror genre in video games, 14 essays explore the cultural underpinnings of horror's allure for gamers and the evolution of "survival" themes.
- About the Author: Bernard Perron is a professor of film and game studies at the University of Montreal.
- 310 Pages
- Games, Video & Electronic
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Book Synopsis
In this in-depth critical and theoretical analysis of the horror genre in video games, 14 essays explore the cultural underpinnings of horror's allure for gamers and the evolution of "survival" themes. The techniques and story effects of specific games such as Resident Evil, Call of Cthulhu, and Silent Hill are examined individually.
About the Author
Bernard Perron is a professor of film and game studies at the University of Montreal. He has edited, co-edited and written many essays and books on film and video game theories as well as on horror films and horror video games.Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 310
Genre: Games
Sub-Genre: Video & Electronic
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Format: Paperback
Author: Bernard Perron
Language: English
Street Date: September 29, 2009
TCIN: 85736334
UPC: 9780786441976
Item Number (DPCI): 247-07-9326
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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