A recent hardcover release from Bitmap Books serves as a heartfelt tribute to the first-person shooter realm, inviting readers into another remarkable celebration of gaming history.

Bitmap Books returns with a refined hardback that commemorates the evolution of video gaming. This new publication is a direct follow-up to last year’s standout title, I'm Too Young to Die.

The title Hurt Me Plenty: The Ultimate Guide to First-Person Shooters is now available and maps out the complete progression of the shooter genre. It covers early milestones such as Wolfenstein 3D and Doom, in addition to modern favorites For example, celebrated titles like Half-Life 2, the Call of Duty series, and… Titanfall 2.

Authored by Alex Wiltshire, this 400-page study blends thoughtful interviews with developers with retrospective analyses and various intriguing insights. The book is offered in two versions:

• A standard edition
• A special limited edition featuring a slipcase, metallic printing, and embossing, available for £35 from the Bitmap store

Fans of Bitmap Books may find themselves considering whether they will add this newest guide to their collection.