The Ultimate Book on Computer Role-Playing Games

We are pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of Dungeons and Desktops: The History of Computer Role-Playing Games. First published in 2008, this new 2019 edition features an upgrade to full-color images, over 200 additional pages, and expanded information about the educational potential of role-playing games. The book covers the “Dark Ages” of early mainframe CRPGs and MUDs all the way up to the latest big-budget games and indie titles. It’s available in softcover and hardcover versions. Read more about it at Taylor & Francis. It’s a must for anyone interested in studying, designing, or playing classic computer role-playing games like Ultima and Fallout. 

Matt was interviewed by WIRED Magazine’s Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy podcast about the book and his YouTube channel, Matt Chat, back in June.

The cover art is by Robbie Sambat, who intended it as an homage to the classic Pool of Radiance artwork by Clyde Caldwell.