The Past in pixels + polygons
a history book for gamers
Playing With History is an independent publication exploring iconic video games and the historic events, legends, and people that inspired them. Our first book was successfully funded on Kickstarter and will launch in Q4 2025. You can secure a copy by pledging via Kickstarter.
Playing With History
What's In The Book?
Available both digitally and physically (in hardback and paperback), our gamer’s guide to history is packed with over 200 pages of deep dives and interviews with game developers and historians. Playing With History’s first volume will feature more than 100 historical video games from blockbuster hits and retro classics to hidden indie gems, all with compelling stories to tell and giving players unique perspectives into the past.
Dominic Sandbrook, Co-Host of "The Rest Is History" Podcast:
"This is an absolutely brilliant idea - not just enormously good fun, but really thoughtful and clever. A celebration of some of the greatest games, and a really illuminating window onto the past!"
Join Us
Game Developer?
Historian?
Want to promote your video game? Contact us now to discuss editorial, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities.We’re always looking to connect with a wider network of historical experts to help bring our stories to life. If you're a historian or writer with fascinating insights to share, we would love to get in touch.
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