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Bitmap Books’ new 408-page arcade history celebrates 120 classic coin-op games and the people who made them
Bitmap Books has released a new 408-page hardback titled 'The Arcade 1971–1999: The Stories Behind Classic Coin-Ops, Told by Their Creators.' The book features 120 classic arcade games and details their development through interviews with the people who made them, including notable figures like Nolan Bushnell and Toru Iwatani.
Exclusive interview: How Sam Dyer built Bitmap Books into a shrine for your gaming memories
Sam Dyer, founder of Bitmap Books, discusses how his passion for graphic design and retro gaming led to the creation of a premium publishing house focused on preserving gaming history. The company emphasizes meticulous packaging and high-quality production, treating each book as a collectible artifact. Dyer also highlights the importance of original content and human curation over generative AI, aiming to capture the essence of gaming memories and culture.
A Fatal Fury Feast for the Eyes: Bitmap Books' Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History, Out Now!
Bitmap Books has released "Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History," a comprehensive book celebrating SNK's iconic fighting game franchise. The 460-page volume features extensive artwork, interviews with key developers like Yasuyuki Oda, and details on the series' history, including titles like Garou: Mark of the Wolves and the upcoming Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Available in Standard and Collector's Editions, the book delves into the design philosophies and connections with other SNK titles.
Bitmap Books Returns in Fighting Form with the Launch of Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History, Available 20th May in Standard and Collector’s Editions
Bitmap Books is releasing "Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History" on May 20, 2026, detailing the SNK fighting game franchise. The 460-page book, available in Standard and Collector's Editions, features interviews with developers and extensive archival art. It covers the entire Fatal Fury series, including Garou: Mark of the Wolves and the upcoming Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.