This book consists of a series of personal interviews with a dozen or so established and highly respected designers-the movers and shakers who have made the game industry what it is today. The interviews have been adapted into a readable and entertaining format, adding the author's own commentary and observations. It brings the designer's personality to the foreground, comparing and contrasting their approaches, development strategies, and life experiences with others in the book. A detailed background for each developer is also included, with a list of games credited, companies worked for, and current projects.