{"title":"Kurt Kalata","description":"\u003cp\u003eKurt Kalata is a renowned author and video game historian known for his extensive knowledge of the gaming industry. Specialising in \u003cem\u003eComputing \u0026amp; Technology\u003c\/em\u003e, Kalata offers insights into the overlooked and hidden gems of the gaming world. His passion for video games is evident in his detailed and captivating writing, making his works an essential read for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Kalata's standout publications is \u003cem\u003eHardcore Gaming 101 Presents: Japanese Video Game Obscurities\u003c\/em\u003e. This book takes readers on an enlightening journey through the fascinating and often overlooked realm of Japanese video games. Kalata's engaging writing style ensures that readers gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the creative and diverse world of gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned gamer or someone new to the scene, Kurt Kalata's books are invaluable resources that broaden your perspective and knowledge of video game history. Explore his works today and discover the rich and diverse landscape of video games beyond the mainstream.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hardcore-gaming-101-presents-japanese-video-game-obscurities-by-kurt-kalata-9781783527632","title":"Hardcore Gaming 101 Presents: Japanese Video Game Obscurities","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapan has produced thousands of intriguing video games. For any number of reasons, not all of them were ever released outside of the country, especially in the '80s and '90s. While many of these titles have since been documented by the English-speaking video game community—and in some cases, even unofficially translated—a huge proportion of the Japanese game output is unknown outside of their native territory (and even, in some cases, within it).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome of these games are oddities, the kind of uniquely Japanese title that wouldn't have been commercially viable outside of the country; others may have done well but were victims of circumstance. Plus, for quite a long time, the Japanese industry developed separately from American and European output, with their own landmark titles that created trends and inspired later games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEven the older games have a visual and aural style that make them distinct from similar games from around the globe. \u003ci\u003eHardcore Gaming 101 Presents: Japanese Video Game Obscurities\u003c\/i\u003e seeks to catalogue many of these titles—games that are weird, compelling, strange, cool, or historically important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome of these may be familiar if you've comprehensively read Hardcore Gaming 101 website archives (though the actual text for this book is completely original), but we've also included a large number of titles that aren't currently reviewed, and in some cases, have little to no English-language coverage whatsoever. Most of these games are Japanese exclusive, though we've also picked some that are suitably obscure outside of the country, or were only localised many years after their original release. In some cases, they're games that were hugely successful in Japan but barely made a mark in the West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46816874234092,"sku":"9781783527632","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27976943482822.jpg?v=1757857911"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kurt-kalata.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}