Video Game Guides: Companions & Collector Handbooks

This collection features essential guides designed for both practical use and deep historical appreciation. These volumes serve as comprehensive companions, offering curated insights into the libraries and legacies of the most beloved gaming platforms and the vibrant culture of the golden age of arcades.

Some books may be added from time to time.

Last update : 10.02.2026

CoverTitleAuthorPublisherLanguageISBNSupportComments
The Mega Drive & SNES BookRetro Gamer TeamImagine PublishingEnglish978-1785461538Physical, PDFA massive "bookazine" combining the best retrospectives and collector guides for both 16-bit consoles.
The Amiga BookRetro Gamer TeamImagine PublishingEnglish978-1785460883Physical, PDFAn all-in-one guide to the Amiga computer family, featuring the top 25 games and hardware history.
Arcade Fever: The Fan's Guide to the Golden Age of Video GamesJohn SellersRunning PressEnglish978-0762409372PhysicalA nostalgic look at the arcade craze of the late 70s and 80s, filled with photos and trivia.
Guide des Consoles PortablesFlorent GorgesOmaké BooksFrench978-2379890598PhysicalA complete census of handheld gaming devices, including rare and obscure clones.