Ultima. Through the Lunar Gates. The Story of Richard Garriott and His Famous Franchise

Richard «Lord British» Garriott is one of the most well-known pioneers of the gaming industry. The series of role-playing games developed by him, Ultima, revolutionized video games and captivated millions of people to computers. In 1983, Garriott co-founded Origin Systems Inc., which continued to release cult games to the market.
Andrea Contato traced the history of the legendary developer from childhood and youth to the peak of his career. In the pages of the book, he captivatingly recounts Garriott's life, his creative path, his relationships with important people, and, of course, how the famous series Ultima was born.

You will learn:
• How and why did Garriott start programming and creating games?
• How did the parts of the Ultima franchise differ from each other?
• How was Origin Systems Inc. founded and who was part of it?
• What hobbies did Richard Garriott have and how did they influence his games?

«This book is the best thing that has happened to literature about old games. No one has written so in-depth and interestingly about "Ultima", and it's unlikely anyone will. If you are interested in games from those distant times, then this book is a must-read.» — Bebe, YouTube blogger