With 91 million units sold worldwide, Ubisoft s Assassin s Creed franchise is established as one of the best-selling game series ever. Recognized for having some of the richest, most-engrossing art and storytelling in the industry, Assassin s Creed transcends video games, branching into other entertainment experiences including comic books, novels, short films and an impressive merchandise line-up. The recently announced Assassin s Creed Syndicate takes players into the underbelly of Victorian London at a time when the Industrial Revolution is in full swing. The depth and attention to detail in the artwork brings London to life around you. This volume contains hundreds of never-before-seen concept arts, including sketches, final paintings, 3D renders and texture studies, all sitting alongside insightful and comprehensive commentary from the artists and developers. Highlights in the book include a close look at the London Boroughs, each realized in extraordinary detail, staying true to both the

With 73 million units sold worldwide, Ubisoft s Assassin s Creed franchise is established as one of the best-selling game series ever. Recognized for having some of the richest, most-engrossing art and storytelling in the industry, Assassin s Creed transcends video games, branching into other entertainment experiences including comic books, novels, short films and an impressive merchandise line-up. The recently announced Assassin s Creed Unity takes players into the heart of the French Revolution. Marrying intricately detailed environments and next-gen capabilities, Paris comes to life around you and immerses you in the grit and grime of a city in turmoil. Continuing in the footsteps of this already world-renowned franchise, Assassin s Creed Unity brings to life a time of unrest and disorder in one of the greatest cities in the world, promising to be the biggest and best experience yet. Highlights in the game, and in the book, include the different areas of Paris, each with their own identity and

The Art of Thief is the ultimate gallery of the world of Garrett, the master thief. Sketches, concept art, and behind-the-scenes commentary from the artists shine a light on the dark alleys and deadly foes Garrett faces every day. The City and its oppressed citizens are realised in stunning detail, from the secrets and lies lurking around every corner, to the halls and treasures of the Baron himself. Follow Garrett through the back doors of The City and into a world of amazing detail and surprising beauty.

The Art of ALIEN: ISOLATION is a high-end art book featuring over 300 images from the latest game in the critically and commercially acclaimed Alien franchise. Taking players back to the survival horror atmosphere of the first film, ALIEN: ISOLATION features Amanda Ripley as the hero trying to survive on a decommissioned space station. The Art of ALIEN: ISOLATION is the ultimate gallery of the eagerly anticipated game, featuring extensive concept and development art, and creator and artist commentary throughout.,

An exclusive art book published to coincide with the much-anticipated release of Assassin's Creed III . Initially launched in 2007, the first four Assassin's Creed games have sold more than 38 million units worldwide, and the franchise is now established as one of the best-selling series ever. Recognized for having some of the richest, most-engrossing art and storytelling in the industry, Assassin's Creed transcends video games, branching out into other entertainment experiences including comic books, Facebook games, novels, short films and more. Assassin's Creed III sees the franchise step into a brand new era, with a new assassin in a revolutionary world. With intricately detailed environments and finely-honed and evocative historical reimaginings, this is a world into which you can immerse yourself and feel the echoes of the past come to life. Continuing in the footsteps of this already world-renowned franchise, Assassin's Creed III promises to be the biggest and best yet. Highlights in the gam

Mah Jong, the ancient game of China, is enjoying another burst of popularity in America, as well as in Asia. Often seen as a mystery to Westerners, Mah Jong includes the combination of skill, chance and social interaction of Western games like dominoes, bridge and dice. Authors Strauser and Evans unlock this mystery with an easy-to-follow instructional book which outlines the rules and strategy of the game for Westerners. The perfect primer for the new player and a convenient manual for old hands, "Mah Jong, Anyone?" gives basic information on equipment, accessories, terminology, rules of play, scoring, penalties and bonuses. Experienced Mah Jong players will especially welcome the section on special hands.

Upon its release, the original Gears of War revolutionized third-person shooter action with a combination of gorgeous environments, iconic characters, and brutal action. Now, twenty-five years after the events of Gears of War 3 , a fresh generation of heroes will encounter a new enemy that threatens to bring humanity even closer to extinction. To commemorate the next chapter of the Gears of War epic, Dark Horse Books is joining forces with The Coalition to bring fans The Art of Gears of War 4 . Featuring hundreds of individual pieces of concept and production art, finished renders, and intimate commentary from the game's creators, this gorgeous volume is a must-have item for veteran Gears and rookies alike! The essential companion to Gears of War 4! Featuring exclusive commentary from the game's creators! This is the official artbook for The Coalition and Microsoft Studios' Gears of War 4 video game!,