core collections

Gaming, Learning & LibrariesJuly 2007

Core Collections:Video Game Evaluation, Selection, Cataloging, Storage and Marketing

presented by Beth Gallaway

Information Goddess Consulting

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Evaluating Games Selecting Games Storing Games Best Practices Core Collections

Agenda

Evaluating Games Plot + Setting+ Character + Graphics + Soundtrack+ Modification/Customization+ Uniqueness________________ Replayability

Asteroids

Vector graphics in Asteroids

Text RPG Zork

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

• Unique plot

• Compelling story

• Creative gameplay

• Multiple modes of play

Setting

Realistic SettingsCA

Character Customizable Diverse Representation of the player

Graphics and Game Physics

• Smooth

• Seamless

• Realistic

• Appropriate

Soundtrack

Music Speech Ambient Noise

Support

Collecting Games

Game Policy Questions Who is the collection for? What formats will you collect? What genres will you collect? What is your selection criteria? What resources will you use to select? Where will you purchase from? Is there a donation policy? How will the collection be classified/cataloged? Where will the collection be stored? How will it be displayed? What security measures need to be taken? What is the procedure for materials challenge?

Sample Video Game Policy

Schwarzwalder, Jami. “Video Game Collection Development Policy.” Super Mario Brothers Memorial Public Library. November 2005. http://www.mbmpl.org/vg/?page_id=6. July 23, 2007.

Purchasing Games From game stores

– Game Stop, EB Games, Game Crazy

• From library companies– Baker & Taylor, Thomas Kline/Crimson Multimedia, S&S

Worldwide From retailers

– Amazon.com, Comp USA, Best Buy, Circuit City, Wal*Mart

• Direct from the publisher Red Octane

Online– Game Tap, PlayFirst, Direct2Drive, Overdrive

Game Reviews Game Reviews

Magazines Library Journals Gaming Websites “Family Friendly” Review Sites

Game Awards– Websites– Magazines– Organizations– Networks

Library Journals

Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) http://www.voya.com School Library Journalhttp://www.slj.com

MagazinesElectronic Gaming Monthly $12.00/yr http://www.egm.1up.com Game Informer $19.99/yr, http://www.gameinformer.com/ Games For Windows, $12.00/yr http://www.gfw.1up.com Nintendo Power $19.95/yrhttp://www.nintendopower.com/ Official Xbox Magazine $24.95/yrhttp://www.officialxboxmagazine.com/ PC Gamer $19.95/yr http://www.pcgamer.com/PlayStation Monthly (PSM) $10.00/yrhttp://www.psmonline.com/

General Interest Magazines

Geek Monthlyhttp://www.geekmonthly.com Reader's Digesthttp://www.rd.com PC Magazinehttp://wwwpcmag.com Play $17.95/yrhttp://www.playmagazine.com Wired $10.00/yrhttp://www.wired.com

Review Sites

IGN GameRankings GameSpot GameSpy

“Family Friendly Review Sites”

Children's Technology Review Common Sense Media Edutaining Kids Gamer Dad Parent's Choice Super Kids

Awards • IGN Game of the Year (Jan) http://bestof.ign.com AIAS Game of the Year (Feb) http://www.interactive.org/ •Game Developer’s Choice Awards (Mar)•http://www.gamechoiceawards.com/•Game Critics Awards (May)http://www.gamecriticsawards.com/ • BAFTA Excellence in Video Games (Oct) http://www.bafta.org/ • GameSpot Game of the Year (Dec)http://www.gamespot.com • GameSpy Game of the Year (Dec) http://goty.gamespy.com

Ratings The Entertainment Software Ratings Board

(ESRB) is a self-regulating body established by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). ESRB applies and enforces game ratings, advertising and online privacy principles. They are primarily know for evaluating games for violence, sex, language, substance abuse and other characteristics

Collection Management Storage depends on:

format staff space budget

Theft– start with programs– start small

• Troubleshooting replacement/repair

Theft Choose secure storage Build community Examine circulation policies

Secure Storage• Kwik Cases

• Locking Caps

• Locking Security Straps

Troubleshooting Clearly label format Collections are self weeding collection Games can be cleaned with rubbing alcohol Scratches can be removed with cleaning devices

for use with CDs & DVDs

Cataloging

Vocabulary Sources for game information System Requirements Extra content (manual, maps, etc) Compatibility Bugs Genres Title screen vs. main menu? “Formally presented information" Credits Updates Mods Unlockable content?

Best Practices

Best PracticesHelen McGraw Branch

Irondequit (NY) Public Library RatingsL Games rated E, E10+ and T Platforms: PS2 and PC Loan Period: 14 day circ Late fee: $.25/day Replacement Fee: Game cost+$5 Genres:

compilations sports racing games platformers unique and quirky titles

Best PracticesRockridge Branch, Oakland (CA) Public Library

Ages: 13-18 year olds Platform: PS2 Loan Period: 7 day free checkout Late fee: $1/day Replacement fee: $50 Limits: 2 games per patron; no holds and no

renewals. Genres:

Sports Adventure Racing Fighting Shooteers

Core Collections

Core Collection Resources

YOUR COMMUNITY!

John Scalzo: Video Game Librarianhttp://www.gamingtarget.netJami Schwarzwalder: Mario Brothers Memorial Public Libraryhttp://www.mbmpl.org

PC Games for Children

• Fisher Price Little People Discovery Games (Vivendi Universal, 2003) • I Spy Spooky Mansion Deluxe (Riverhillsoft, 2005) • Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events: Mini Games (Activision, 2004) • Nancy Drew: Danger on Deception Island (ValuSoft Inc.) • Rollercoaster Tycoon (Hasbro/InfoGrames, 1999)

PC Games for Teens

Civilization IV (Firaxis/Infogrames, 2005) The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind (Bethesda Softworks/Ubisoft 2002) & The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. Guild Wars (NCSoft/ArenaNet, 2006) The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth (EA, 2004) The Sims 2 (Maxis/EA 2005) World of Warcraft (Blizzard, 2004)

PC Games for Adults

Civilization IV (Firaxis/Infogrames, 2005) Halo 2 (Microsoft) Madden07 (EA Sports, 2006) Space Invaders Anniversary (Empire Interactive, 2003) Ultimate Mahjongg 20 (ValuSoft Inc.)

XBox for Children

Lego Star Wars II (Eidos, Traveller’s Tales, 2007) Harry Potty Quidditch World Cup (EA 2003) Viva Pinata (Microsoft, 2007)

XBox for Teens

Guitar Hero II (Red Octane, 2007) Madden NFL 2006 (Electronic Arts, 2005) Need for Speed Underground (EA, 2003) Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (LucasFilms/Obsidian, 2004) Tony Hawk's Underground T.H.U. G. (Activision/Neversoft)

Xbox 360 for Adults

Fable (Microsoft Game Studios/ Big Blue Box, 2004) Halo 2 (Microsoft/Bungie Software, 2004) Call of Duty 3 (Activision/Infinity Ward 2007) Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Madden NFL 2007 (EA, 2006) WWE Smackdown vs RAW 2007 (THQ, Inc/Yukes, 2006)

PS2 for Children

Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex (Traveller's Tales/ Universal Interactive Studios, 2002) Gran Turismo 4 (Polyphony, 2005) Harry Potter and Goblet of Fire (EA/ Griptonite Games, 2005) Katamari Damacy (Namco, 2005)

PS2 for Teens

DDR Extreme 2 (Konami) Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 3 (Atari, 2004) Kingdom Hearts (Square Enix/Disney, 2002) Need for Speed Underground (EA, 2003)

PS2 for Adults

Metal Gear Solid II: Sons of Liberty (Konami, 2001) Namco Museum 50th Anniversary Arcade Collection (Namco 2006) WWE SmackDown 4! Shut Your Mouth (THQ Inc )

Animal Crossings Legend of Zelda Super Paper Mario Trauma Center Wii Play

Thank You!

Contact Beth Gallaway for slides or with questions:

informationgoddess29@gmail.com

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