The Making of Karateka: Journals 1982-1985 (2)

Author

Jordan Mechner

Genre

Memoir, Gaming History, Creative Nonfiction, Technology

Synopsis

A fascinating behind-the-scenes chronicle of the creation of the groundbreaking video game Karateka, told through the personal journals of its creator Jordan Mechner. The book captures the challenges, triumphs, and creative process of a young game developer during the early 1980s, offering intimate insights into the birth of a gaming classic. Both a historical document and an inspirational story of artistic determination, it reveals the realities of innovation in the nascent video game industry.