In the space of just a few years, Angry Birds has gone from
being a beloved mobile game to an entire universe of entertainment
that spans an astonishing range of media. From animation to
publishing and even an upcoming feature film, the Angry Birds
experience is becoming even more diverse and dynamic.
For the first time, Angry Birds: Hatching a Universe takes you
inside the creative process that has driven this boundless
expansion and showcases the remarkable art being the Angry Birds
phenomenon. Featuring interviews with the key players at Rovio -
the Finnish company behind the game - Angry Birds: Hatching a
Universe tells the make-or-break story of its initial success and
the continued innovation that has led to unforgettable
collaborations with institutions such as NASA, and the creation of
ground-breaking games like Angry Birds Space.
Filled with never-before-seen sketches, concept art, and other
visual treasures, along with in-depth insights into the creation of
each aspect of the Angry Birds universe, this book is a revelatory
look at the genesis of a true multimedia sensation.
關於作者:
Danny Graydon is a British journalist, author, and academic
specializing in film and comics. A critic for Empire Magazine, he
has written four books, including The Art of Planet 51. He lectures
at the University of Hertfordshire.
Mikael Hed has been CEO of Rovio Entertainment Ltd., creator of
global phenomenon Angry Birds, since 2009. A graduate of Tulane
University''s business school, Mikael is a committed entrepreneur
who owned a Finnish book publishing company prior to working at
Rovio. He has transformed Rovio from a game studio and development
partner to an integrated entertainment powerhouse, and he is
committed to taking the company and Angry Birds to previously
unseen heights. He lives in Espoo, Finland.