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Independent Videogames: Cultures, Networks, Techniques and Politics
Independent Videogames: Cultures, Networks, Techniques and Politics
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Independent Videogames explores the social and cultural implications of contemporary independent video game development, evaluating the significance of this multi-faceted phenomenon within video game and digital cultures. The book highlights the specificities of independence within the industry and the culture of digital gaming through case studies and theoretical questions, and identifies how the boundaries of independence are becoming opaque in the contemporary game industry.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 286 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Independent Videogames delves into the profound social and cultural implications of contemporary independent video game development. Through a comprehensive series of case studies and theoretical investigations, it assesses the immense significance of this multifaceted phenomenon within the realm of video games and digital cultures.
A diverse team of scholars brings forth the unique characteristics of independence within the industry and the vibrant culture of digital gaming through meticulous case studies and thought-provoking theoretical inquiries. The chapters meticulously explore various aspects, including labor practices, gender dynamics, distribution models, and technological advancements, to provide a comprehensive map of the current state of research on independent game development. Furthermore, the authors shed light on how the boundaries of independence are gradually blurring in the contemporary game industry, often at the expense of the claims of autonomy, freedom, and emancipation that define the indie scene.
In the final chapter, the book endeavors to envision new and improved narratives that can shape a less exploitative and more inclusive videogame industry. By systematically charting the evolving landscape of independent gaming, this book serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and students engaged in the study of game studies, media history, media industries, and independent gaming.
Weight: 560g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367563400
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