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Mercenaries 2: World in Flames: Prima Official Game Guide (Prima Official Game Guides) (Prima Official Game Guides)

Catherine Browne

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Total reviews: 1 Average rating: 1.0 of 5

Stay clear of this Prima guide!!! 1 out of 5 stars.
9 of 13 people found this review helpful.

This is one of the worst Prima guide i have ever bought, from start to finish its full of mistakes omissions, print errors and so forth...

I will give you just two examples from the start of the game , but believe me this are only the "little" mistakes this guide has:

On page 60 for example there is a lame map of Venezuela which practically tells you nothing about the available contracts and factions - it only give you the vague location for each faction - as you turn the page though , you can read the following statement " due to the branching nature of the narrative - you often choose the order of the contracts you wish to undertake - (and now for the big lie) - CONSULT THE TABLE IN THE PREVIOUS CHAPTER(along with the map) to see when contracts become available..." but when you try to find this lost table you come to realize that THERE IS NO SUCH TABLE , they just forgot to print it!!!

Example number two :

when you go to free General Carmona at some point during this stage you receive a TANK ( which is a big game factor in this game - as you all know) - But of-course the guide fails to mention this "little" fact!

There many other examples for the amateurish job Prima did with this guide and i was deeply disappointed because usually they do a much better job,

So for conclusion:

LEAVE THIS GUIDE ALONE!!! - You have been warned :)

Have a nice day.

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Mission intel: Full debriefing on all the missions and jobs you can take on.
Maps: Area maps to get you to the objectives, including a map of all of Venezuela!
Arsenal Breakdown: Rundown of weapons, vehicles, and gear to spend your mission payout on.
Co-op play: Expert tips on how you and your comrade can best approach hairy missions.

THE WORLD ENDS WITH YOU Official Strategy Guide (Official Strategy Guides (Bradygames)) (Official Strategy Guides (Bradygames))

BradyGames

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

BradyGames’ THE WORLD ENDS WITH YOU Official Strategy Guide includes the following:

• A comprehensive walkthrough of all three chapters for Shiki, Joshua, and Beat. All seven days of each chapter are explored.
• EXTENSIVE TRAINING: Complete overview of Shops, Styles, Battles, Memes, Phone Menu, Pins, Threads, Food, Swag, and more!
• CHARACTER LISTING: Detailed biographies on Neku, Shiki, Joshua, Beat, and others.
• SHIBUYA’S 29 AREAS UNCOVERED: Descriptions of each area include name, logo, first appearance, street view, shops and more.
• ITEM APPENDIX: Separate sections for Pins, Noise, Threads, Food, Swag, and Daily Reports.

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Role-Playing Game

This product is available for sale in North America only.

Killer Game Programming in Java

Andrew Davison

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Total reviews: 19 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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Although the number of commercial Java games is still small compared to those written in C or C++, the market is expanding rapidly. Recent updates to Java make it faster and easier to create powerful gaming applications-particularly Java 3D-is fueling an explosive growth in Java games. Java games like Puzzle Pirates, Chrome, Star Wars Galaxies, Runescape, Alien Flux, Kingdom of Wars, Law and Order II, Roboforge, Tom Clancy's Politika, and scores of others have earned awards and become bestsellers.

Java developers new to graphics and game programming, as well as game developers new to Java 3D, will find "Killer Game Programming in Java" invaluable. This new book is a practical introduction to the latest Java graphics and game programming technologies and techniques. It is the first book to thoroughly cover Java's 3D capabilities for all types of graphics and game development projects.

"Killer Game Programming in Java" is a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know to program cool, testosterone-drenched Java games. It will give you reusable techniques to create everything from fast, full-screen action games to multiplayer 3D games. In addition to the most thorough coverage of Java 3D available, "Killer Game Programming in Java" also clearly details the older, better-known 2D APIs, 3D sprites, animated 3D sprites, first-person shooter programming, sound, fractals, and networked games. "Killer Game Programming in Java" is a must-have for anyone who wants to create adrenaline-fueled games in Java.

The Art of Halo: Creating A Virtual World

Eric S. Trautmann

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Total reviews: 15 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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When Halo® hit the shelves with the launch of the Xbox® in 2001, it was an immediate sensation. This action-packed science fiction—military combat game, set on a distant, war-torn, artificial planet, became an instant triumph with gamers–and scored numerous awards for its innovations, irresistibility, and sheer thrills. The Art of Halo is a showcase of its stunning visual style, a fascinating guided tour through the making of the phenomenon–from bright idea to brilliant result–and a testament to the creativity of the artists at Bungie Studios.

• Meet the brains behind Bungie, the birthplace of Halo
• Feast your eyes on a panorama of all-new artwork from its spectacular sequel Halo 2–one of the most eagerly-awaited games of 2004
• Discover the art of game design from the inside out, in interviews with–and illustrations by–the Halo creative team
• Learn the secrets of designing gear from the artists themselves
• Follow the construction of a crucial sequence from storyboard to completion, along with pages from the actual script
• Thrill to a gallery of glorious Halo artwork, including action figure designs, game packaging, cartoon strips, posters, T-shirts, and more

It’s all here–the story behind the sensation that GamePro declares “above and beyond what console gamers have come to expect”–in one virtuoso volume!

Winning Chess Strategies (Winning Chess)

Yasser Seirawan, Jeremy Silman

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Total reviews: 31 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Mid-Level Strategy book focusing on a varitey of concepts this author feels is important to learn 4 out of 5 stars.
72 of 75 people found this review helpful.

This is book at a mid-level skilled player who wants to add on their their basic knowledge of chess. Ideas are taken from actual play and are made into broken down examples. This is instead of using complete games (another excellent way to improve - here one of the mid-level comment on every moves book like "Logical Chess" or "Unbeatable Chess" would fit in well) the author focuses on a variety of concepts that he fees are important. This is certainly a good, but not a great book.

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We've updated the cover of WINNING CHESS STRATEGIES so that the Microsoft Press(r) Chess series has a more cohesive and dynamic look. This is the third book in the Chess series by International Grand Master Yasser Seirawan, with Jeremy Silman. In chess, there is a class of moves that are appropriate for a given situation, and in fact, true masters of chess all tend to make the same type of move in a given circumstance, although variation exists in the details of the actual move. WINNING CHESS STRATEGIES teaches that although no one move is best in any given situation, the type of move to use is crucial. As most chess players know, learning strategy is key before moving to the details of tactics.

3ds Max Bible

Kelly L. Murdock

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The only comprehensive reference-tutorial on 3ds Max available, this book is everyone's favorite. Whether you're a beginner looking for 3D basics or a full-fledged animator seeking new ways to dazzle viewers with your creations, it's all here. You'll find pages of professional tips, loads of advice, and more than 150 step-by-step tutorials guaranteed to build your skills and spark your creativity. A 16-page color insert highlights cutting-edge work from 3D artists. A valuable companion DVD provides all the examples and content from the book, including unique models and textures you can customize on your own, and a searchable, full-color version of the book.

3ds Max 2009 Bible covers both 3ds Max 2009 and 3ds Max 2009 Design and covers:

• Navigating the viewports with the ViewCube, SteeringWheels, and other ways.
• Creating realistic materials with new ProMaterials.
• Using Spline Mapping to improve texture mapping over irregular shaped objects.
• Blending multiple texture maps together with the new Composite Map.
• Creating architectural walkthroughs with the Walkthrough Assistant.

Don't miss out on the newest version of this bestselling resource!

Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary (Wii): Prima Official Game Guide

David Hodgson

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Total reviews: 7 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

14 Year Old Found It Helpful 4 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

My 14 year old daughter was becoming frustrated with the game. Once she reviewed the book, the game quickly became her favorite.

Definately needed 3 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

This much needed guide explains alot but as with other reviewers found it lacking in the Lara control dept. The screen shots are really dark but then so is the game unless you lighten the graphics. It definately helps you through the game. Can't see doing without it.

Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary (Wii): Prima Official Game Guide 5 out of 5 stars.
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Excellent guide for those who wish to find ALL of the hidden treasures, and of course the med-packs.

Strategy guide-Lara Croft-anniversary 5 out of 5 stars.
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recieved quickly & in very good condition. Would do business with this
company again.

tomb raider 2 out of 5 stars.
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this is just like other reviews state, wii remote hard to control and nothing like original playstation version. do not like it.

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Two Big Guns and Prima Strategy: A Girl's Best Friends:

•Detailed walkthroughs for every puzzle and enemy encounter
•Every unlockable, secret weapon, rubbing, and outfit revealed
•Maps for every tomb, crypt, ancient city, and catacomb
•Learn the secrets of the focused attack

Paid to Play: An Insider's Guide to Video Game Careers

Alice Rush, David Hodgson, Bryan Stratton

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How to get a real Gamer's job! 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

This book gave me more insight about what the Gaming work world is like than all the other research I did my whole life.

This is an essential read for anyone who wants to design electronic games!

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*Unique - Currently there are NO OTHER video game career guides with over 100 interviews from current, working game professionals. They are fully candid and give readers an unvarnished look inside the industry. The biggest secret? It's actually work.
*Written by Insiders - The authors are a professional, registered Career Counselor and two game writers who have worked on over 1000 game reviews, 70 strategy guides, and scripted storylines for over five different video games.
*Total Coverage - The authors will be interviewing over 100 professionals, all of them in different jobs within the video game industry. This will give readers a complete overview of what jobs there are in the industry and which ones may be suited to their talents. Rather than a vague list or a focus on programming and development, Paid to Play will blanket the various fields that are utilized in the world of video games.

World of Warcraft Bestiary (Brady Games Official Strategy Guide) (Brady Games Official Strategy Guide) (Brady Games Official Strategy Guide)

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 3.0 of 5

Brady Games missed the point of a book like this 3 out of 5 stars.
17 of 17 people found this review helpful.

Why do most folks want from a book like this? Well, you would expect to see a fairly comprehensive listing of the monsters that you meet in World of Warcraft, but you should get more. An effective book would not only provide very basic information, but indicate where these monsters roam and maybe a line or two of information about what/who they are. You won't find any of that extra information here and it is very disappointing. Thumbing through the book, you stumble upon interesting creatures and you wonder, "Hmmm where will I see this one?" yet the book provides zero information in this regard.

The book's organization is rather odd, they don't put similar monsters together because they state that more significant mobs of that species deserve their own entry. Nice concept, but in the end that means there is zero reference that those other significant mobs exist if you only read the main entry for that species. To make matters worse, they have placed an index in the back of the book requiring you to look up mobs by other names that aren't indicated by those other names in the main listings.

Part of the biggest attraction to Warcraft is the extensive lore, and Brady missed a large opportunity to provide fans with lore/context/history on all of these monsters. In the end, it is more of a pretty picture book with information that could have been gleaned online with much more detail. Brady Games really missed the point of a book like this and how valuable it could have been. It just leaves you wanting more than it offers and doing more research on WowHead or Thottbot to get that info. For that reason, the book loses two stars in my review. It might be better to pick up this one on the markdown table somewhere.

One interesting item that it does show you is how often Blizzard utilizes the same character models with just a few different colors!

Editorial Review:

BradyGames’ World of Warcraft Bestiary includes the following:

• Statistical information on the denizens of the World of Warcraft Universe-including HPS, Armor, Damage, Resistances, and Abilities.
• Over 6,000 monsters filtered through over 2,000 categories.
• Every entry will be indexed for ease of use.
• World of Warcraft has over 9 million subscribers worldwide.

Platform: PC

Genre: Role-Playing Game

This product is available for sale worldwide.

Resident Evil 5 Limited Edition Collector's Guide: The Complete Official Guide

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