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TheFeed doesn't have a "Books" section, but we might have to create one. Video game publisher THQ and book publisher Random House have announced a partnership. The team has already produced one novel, Homefront: The Voice of Freedom, the novelization of Korea Vs. America nightmare scenario game Homefront, and more are on the way.
The team expects the new IP to first appear as a collection of games and books, while they "further develop a rich IP universe" that will allow for "ongoing shelf life through other media."
"Working with THQ has been nothing less than a huge pleasure for us, and we have very lofty goals for where this project will go," said Keith Clayton, director of creative development at RHPG. "It's really inspiring to work side-by-side with partners who share our creative passions as well as our view on the evolution of the entertainment industry. We truly think that this is the new direction for entertainment, and we're proud to be leading the way as we provide a platform for storytellers to have their visions realized across multiple mediums."
I don't know about you, but I love a good IP Universe that stretches across multiple mediums. Seriously, though. I'm a somewhat enthusiastic reader, but my book-playlist tends toward non-fiction and the occasional "classic" novel that I often don't finish. Video game books aren't really my thing. But what about you? Do you read books based on games? Any recommendations?
We'll keep you appraised of any upcoming novels based on video games from this power-house publishing team-up, of course.
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TromboneFanatic
For all intents and purposes, I learned to read on Star Trek books growing up. I mean that, literally. And then comic books taught me how to boost my reading speed. Now that I'm an adult with a job and mortgage, I also am more of a non-fiction reader. But I make a point of reading some sci-fi and cross media tie-ins at least once a month. I go through about one full book a week and always keep my Kindle stocked.
And how do I feel about books tied in with videogames? The extra layer that Drew Karpashyn (sp?) added to Mass Effect with his books made the series that much more real and exciting to play. Especially if you read the books before the game, as intended (there are references to the books in the games).
megp
I have read the Dragon Age books. They're not the best books I have ever read, but I do love the universe enough that I can excuse that. I think it could work, as long as it's a really, really good universe that fans are really connected to. Plus, doesn't hurt to get the kids to read, even if it about their favourite video game.
Madbagofhorses
Lol @ their first choice of setting for a book. Of the few popular THQ games that originated within THQ homefront has got to be the one with the absolutely weakest storyline. Hell, I'd rather see an MX vs ATV book before Homefront... not to mention the viability of a Red Faction book. Though its storyline wasn't the strong suit of the game it would definitely be a more compelling setting than Homefront.
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