This is a history, and explanation, and tips book, describing various aspects of electronic games. From early computers to handheld devises, pinball machines, arcade and home video games. The book's official library description in the book's copyright pages says it is: "Discusses the development of electronic games, their basic operation and design, available accessories, rules of some of the most popular games, and the winning strategies of several champion players. " There are descriptions of the Atari VCS {Video Computer System, Atari 2600}, Magnavox Odyssey, Magnavox Odyssey2, electronic board games, and single player hand held games such as electronic football, and chess. The book describes each different type of game, how sound effects and images are created for the games. There are a few black and white photographs, showing game systems, microchips, and other various electronic devises such as computer hardware, and software such as game cartridges.