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Video games -- Design

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 18 Collections and/or Records:

1st Playable Productions records

 Collection
Identifier: 123.2472
Abstract

The 1st Playable Productions records consist of game design documentation, including products for Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, LeapFrog, and more. The material dates from 2006 to 2015.

Dates: 2006-2015

11 bit studios records

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: 11 bit studios records]
Identifier: 119.3365
Abstract

The 11 bit studios records contain graphics, game screenshots, videos, fact sheets, and other digital materials relating to games This War of Mine, Beat Cop, Frostpunk, and Moonlighter.

Dates: 2014 - 2019

Adulting game collection

 File — digital archival collection
Identifier: 122.1093
Abstract

The Adulting game collection is a homebrew Game Boy game created in 2022 by Eric Wilder. Along with digital game files, this collection includes GBStudio project files and cartridge label graphics.

Dates: 2022

Age of Empires collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2023.aoe
Abstract

The Age of Empires collection contains two sketchbooks with loose drawings inserted, as well as digital artwork used in the development of Ensemble Studios’ Age of Empires. The original materials are undated but are likely from 1996-1997.

Dates: 1996-1997, 2023

Atari Coin-Op Division corporate records

 Collection
Identifier: 114.6238
Abstract

The Atari Coin-Op records comprise 600 linear feet of game design documents, memos, focus group reports, market research reports, marketing materials, arcade cabinet drawings, schematics, artwork, photographs, videos, and publication material. Much of the material is oversized.

Dates: 1969 - 2002; Majority of material found within 1974 - 1998

Bruce C. Shelley papers

 Collection — Box 1-3: [Barcode: _Bruce Shelley papers]
Identifier: 116.5468
Abstract

The Bruce C. Shelley papers are a compilation of game rules, correspondence, strategy guide notes, design documents, and more, relating to Shelley’s career in both the board and video games industries. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1982 and 2000.

Dates: 1975 - 2010; Majority of material found within 1982 - 2000

Carol Shaw papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2017.shaw
Abstract

The Carol Shaw papers are a compilation of game design documentation, notes, sketches, source code printouts, advertisements, and other ephemera relating to the career of video game designer Carol Shaw. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1978 and 1984.

Dates: 1960 - 2017; Majority of material found within 1978 - 1984

Christy Marx papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 117.5436
Abstract

The Christy Marx papers compile the breadth of Marx’s authorship and design across many genres, including video games, books, comics, and both live action and animated television shows. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1994 and 2002.

Dates: 1978 - 2018; Majority of material found within 1990 - 2002

Cort and Barbara Allen Atari packaging design collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 115.4168
Abstract

This collection consists of 240 folders containing drawings, photographs, proofs, preliminary package mockups, drafts of manual scripts, unused packaging, and other internal documents used in the design and production of Atari’s packaging and manuals for home console video games, computer games, game consoles, and handheld games. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1977 and 1983.

Dates: 1976-1984 (inclusive); Majority of material found within 1977-1983

Elizabeth LaPensée papers

 Collection — digital collection: [Barcode: Elizabeth LaPensée papers]
Identifier: 119.3593
Abstract

The Elizabeth LaPensée papers are a digital collection containing graphics and videos relating to Honour Water (2016) and Thunderbird Strike (2017), two games created by LaPensée.

Dates: 2016 - 2017