At first glance this Zelda coffee table book looks just like any other video game art book. It's not, though. What makes it special and different is that all the photos within it were actually take in-game. The photographer is a Japanese gamer known only by the Twitter handle @WPR_haru. The photos come from the newest game in the series, "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild."
The game has an open-world design, meaning players can spend hours exploring and taking photos. Many gamers do just that, but it's not likely that any of them thought to compile something like this Zelda coffee table book. The photos within it, shared by @WPR_haru on Twitter, are stunning and show the true scope and size of the game's world. Don't be shocked if Nintendo attempts to make an art book filled with crowdsourced in-game photography after seeing this creation.
Digital Gamer Photo Books
This Zelda Coffee Table Book Features Nothing but Photos Taken In-game
Trend Themes
1. In-game Photography - Video game enthusiasts are increasingly creating art-inspired in-game photos to commemorate their gaming experiences.
2. Coffee Table Photo Books - Photo books of video game worlds and in-game photos can be turned into a product that appeals to video game enthusiasts who want to bring the gaming experience out of the screen and into their home decor.
3. Crowdsourced Art Books - It may be worthwhile for game developers or publishers to consider creating art books featuring user-generated content as a marketing strategy and creative feature for passionate video game players.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game - As digital gaming becomes more popular, creating products that complement and capitalize on the gaming experience can lead to profitable ventures.
2. Book Publishing - The creation of video game-themed coffee table books can appeal to a niche market of gamers who appreciate the visual artistry of their favorite games.
3. Marketing - In addition to enhancing user experience, crowdsourcing in-game photos and creating art books can be seen as a way to profit from the passionate and enthusiastic gaming community while promoting game visibility.