The ABCs of Video Game Design

From A to Z, this playful alphabet book turns video game design into a story kids can enjoy and grown-ups will instantly recognize.

Each letter introduces a core concept of game development, from Animation and Bugs to the Z Buffer. Along the way, young readers will discover Character Design, Easter Eggs, Frame Rate, Hitboxes, Loot Drops, NPCs, and more. With simple language, witty nods to studio life, and a focus on how games actually get made, it is a fast, fun read that doubles as a surprisingly sharp primer on the craft behind the controller.

Perfect as a gift for game designers, developers, and anyone who has ever shipped a build at 2 a.m., this is an ABCs book with just enough truth to make you laugh.