Description
Explore the fascinating world of interactive design with **Never Alone: Video Games as Interactive Design**. This unique publication from The Museum of Modern Art showcases the intricate relationship between design interfaces and user experience, reflecting how our digital lives are integrated into our daily routines. With an ISBN of 9781633451414, this brand new book, published in 2022, covers a diverse range of 35 landmark video games spanning from 1972 to 2018, including iconic titles like **Space Invaders**, **Pac-Man**, **The Sims**, and **Minecraft**. Each game serves as a compelling case study in interactive design, revealing how these designs shape our understanding and interaction with technology. The book features a profound essay by curator **Paola Antonelli**, detailing the criteria MoMA uses for the acquisition and conservation of video games as art. Additionally, the richly illustrated sections delve into the evolution of input devices—from keyboards to joysticks—and highlight the collaboration between game designers and players. **Never Alone** is essential for anyone interested in video game history, design interfaces, and the evolution of interactive media, making it not just a book but a cultural artifact of our digital age. Perfect for designers, gamers, and art enthusiasts alike, this publication invites readers to discover how video games have transformed into significant objects of artistic expression and interaction design.