A thought-provoking read for those already won over to the delights of computer games, and an even more important introduction to them for those who remain sceptical' Observer
Tom Chatfield completed his doctorate at St John's College, Oxford, before moving to London to work as a full-time writer and editor. He is currently the arts and books editor at Prospect magazine.
A lively, thought-provoking and thoughtful read on an entertainment
juggernaut many of us have failed to properly recognise. A good
book, too, for parents, who might feel far more comfortably
informed about a sector that can come across as - literally - an
alien world their kids inhabit.
*The Irish Times*
A detailed and engaging analysis on an increasingly influential
medium. Even non-gamers may find themselves seduced.
*Esquire*
Games are invading our downtime. They are becoming the dominant
form of distraction, stealing thousands of hours from television.
And they have, as Chatfield says, escaped from the gloom of the
teenage bedroom.
*The Sunday Times*
In exploring the potential of the medium, Chatfield covers much
territory, briskly and with intent ... His conclusion on what the
future could hold is in equal parts daunting and lip-smacking. It
should be read by gamers and non-gamers alike.
*Time Out*
Sparklingly intelligent and nuanced ... Fun Inc. is fresh and
engaging
*Guardian*
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