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The Art of God of War III (The Art of the Game) [Paperback]

Daniel P. Wade
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November 30, 2010 The Art of the Game
Takes you behind the scenes of Sony's biggest 2010 game release, featuring character and environment concept art and production art.

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  • Paperback: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Ballistic Publishing (November 30, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1921002727
  • ISBN-13: 978-1921002724
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 1.2 x 13.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,758 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars With epic games come epic art November 14, 2010
Format:Paperback
Length: 0:49 Mins
The Art of God of War III is the second book in the Art of the Game series from Ballistic Publishing. Mine's the paperback edition but for the hardcore collectors, you can indulge yourself with the limited Special edition and the Folio edition, which have suede leather-bound covers and other luxurious finishing.

In this book are character studies, 3D models, environment art, production art and storyboards. Just because the imagery doesn't move in this book doesn't make them any less intense. That's my first impression of the book.

The concept art is incredible. The work featured are beautiful and extremely detailed. You get to see the true pained face of Hades (sculpted and textured), know whether or not Kratos brushes his teeth from the texture maps, laugh at the straightened out snakes on Gorgon Serpent's head as its in the T-pose, get close with the hot Poseidon Princess and Aphrodite, or just marvel at the muscles, blisters, or intestines of various creatures that made it into the game, as well as many of those that didn't.

All the things you want to get a closer look on, but just can't because they happen too fast on screen, are now all captured in high resolution for your viewing. The designs are amazing. After looking at them, I'm not too sure who my favourite character is anymore.

A good portion of the book is devoted to the atmospheric environments on the game. You can see these spectacular places as they were in their concept stages, and compare them to the production art which is close to what you see in the game. Everything just looks really grand, Olympus City, Hades' underworld, Hercules' Arena, Labyrinth and all. This is truly one hell of a world that can only be created by talented artists.

There's also the commentary and interesting information that weren't even in the bonus section of the game disc.

The art direction for the game and art is wonderful. This is an intensely good art book. Highly recommended.

(There are more picture of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.)
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5.0 out of 5 stars An artbook as good as the game April 5, 2013
By Loki
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is an excellent artbook. It's a perfect balance of insightful commentary and impressive art. Media of all kinds is explored and discussed, including storyboards, 3D renders, concept art and images that didn't make the final cut. A little pricier than most artbooks, but Ballistic has it for $60! Best to get it here on Amazon, it's worth the money.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Feedback March 25, 2013
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a future Professional Illustrator ,I need the Best tool to reach to my goal ,so this one of the best tool ,
Inspiring a lot
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Art Book!
is a bit expensive but it's worth it. The Art work is super awesome! layout design is categorized properly, it really fun to read and admire. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Rachmad Imron
5.0 out of 5 stars Boobs Everywhere!
Well this art book has everything from commentary from not only the art team at santa monica studios but from the creators of the book series itself. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mikey
5.0 out of 5 stars good
pretty good one. really love the contents inside, gave me a lot of ideas for my individually student animation project.
Published 5 months ago by relaxio
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
The book was in a great condition, excellent quality, i really like it beautiful nice work, thank you for the fast delivery, the nice packaging, and everything. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ben0
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome is awesome
it arrived as well as i expected. im very happy with the price and shipping! the quality is perfect, keep up the good work!
Published 7 months ago by nicholasnghy
5.0 out of 5 stars did work
i liked it even though it came with a tiny little damage on the bottom left of the border nothing important was scratched or ripped so it didn't really matter. Read more
Published on May 11, 2011 by Ezzy
5.0 out of 5 stars For all fans of God of Warr
Its a great Artbook. I recommend for all fans of the God of War and all lover`s of games.

The Great work, wonderful art and perfect finishing of book make this Artbook... Read more
Published on May 11, 2011 by Hako
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Book
Unbelieble product with stunning images. A must have book for all who loves God of War! This is a masterpiece artbook!
Published on May 4, 2011 by Ricardo Rente
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT ART GAME BOOK...
THIS BOOK IS TOTALLY AMAZING, AND ARE FULL OF CONCEPT DESIGN, AND GRAPHIC STUFF, I LOVE THIS BOOK, AND GOD OF WAR IS ONE OF THE BEST GAMES EVER...
Published on April 5, 2011 by Daniel Velez
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