Collection of writings on the history of video games, the lives of distinguished game creators, the design of outstanding game concepts, and the development of exceptional titles.
FromSoftware used to be an unknown video game company.
2: The Rise of King's Field Series
King’s Field is the precursor of the Souls games.
3: The Rise of Armored Core Series
The second and longest-running franchise of FromSoftware.
4: King's Field Influences the Souls Series
King’s Field lays the foundation for the creation of the Souls games.
5: The Rise of Hidetaka Miyazaki
From game planner to FromSoftware President.
6: The Childhood of Hidetaka Miyazaki
Miyazaki grows up in a home that prohibits playing video games.
7: Hidetaka Miyazaki Discovers Ico
Miyazaki decides to make games after discovering Ico.
8: Hidetaka Miyazaki Joins FromSoftware
Miyazaki wants to enter the gaming industry at age 30.
9: The Making of Demon's Souls
The catalyst behind Miyazaki and FromSoftware's golden age.
The best title representing the essence of a Souls game.
11: The Making of Dark Souls II
The first and only Souls game not directed by Miyazaki.
The first Souls game to hit mainstream success.
13: The Making of Dark Souls III
The finale of the Dark Souls franchise.
14: Hidetaka Miyazaki Becomes FromSoftware President
Miyazaki’s journey to becoming company president.
The first Souls game with a Japanese theme.
The most anticipated Souls game ever.
17: Hidetaka Miyazaki Wins Lifetime Achievement Award
Miyazaki wins Britain’s most prestigious video game award.
18: Favorite Games and Hobbies of Hidetaka Miyazaki
Miyazaki shares his favorite food, games and hobbies.
19: How Active is Hidetaka Miyazaki in Game Design?
Miyazaki shares about Total Direction in Game Design
The journey from Miyazaki's hiring to Elden Ring.
The creator behind two of the best action RPGs ever.
22: The Rise of Blizzard North
Home to the beloved Diablo games.
The original Dark Souls of isometric, action role playing games.
The making of the best isometric action RPG ever.
25: The Making of Ghost of Tsushima
The making of a beautiful game with an epic premise and story.
