The video game explosion of the 80's gave birth to the "Nintendo generation" and since then it has had a profound, continuous and far-reaching influence on youth culture. The authors of I Love Games are members of the Nintendo Generation. They grew up with the video game phenomenon and have developed a deep understanding of how this particular aspect of their childhood has impacted and enriched their lives as designers. I Love Games Graphics presents a nostalgic journey through the visual world of games from its early beginnings up until today. I Love Games Graphics also explores the roots of the games industry in Japan, its worldwide dissemination and the relationship between games culture and techno music. Introduction "Nintendo generation's mentality," by Nobuhiko Sagara.