Time for Action: The Inspiring Truth Behind Popular Adventure Video Games

By Thomas Kingsley Troupe

Hunting for treasure and artifacts in the ruins of an ancient lost city. Solving complex puzzles to open the doors to a secret passage. Discovering the truth about a legendary figure from history. Fans of adventure video games love these activities and many more. But what is the true story behind today's popular action adventure games? Are the ancient cities in these games real or inspired by real locations? What kind of treasure has been found in actual ancient ruins? What type of dangers do treasure hunters face in the real world? Compare true exploration of ancient cities to today's popular video games and learn if they are portrayed accurately, or if the games twist the truth to create a more exciting game-playing experience.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: May 1, 2019
• ISBN: 9781496645951

Thomas Kingsley Troupe

Thomas Kingsley Troupe is the author of a big ol’ pile of books for kids. He’s written about everything from ghosts to Bigfoot to 3rd grade werewolves. He even wrote a book about dirt. When he’s not writing or reading, he investigates the strange and spooky as part of the Twin Cities Paranormal Society. Thomas lives in Woodbury, Minnesota with his two sons.

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Video Games vs. Reality: Time for Action by Thomas Kingsley Troupe

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Cover

Title Page

Chapter 1: Ready for Action!

Chapter 2: Historic Inspiration

Chapter 3: Lost Legends

Chapter 4: Fortune and Glory

Glossary

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Index

Copyright

Back Cover

CHAPTER 1

Ready for Action!

Stone grinds against stone as the massive door slides open. The ancient temple shudders as the door comes to a stop. You gaze into the dark passage. A tattered curtain of cobwebs sways in the wind. You flick on your flashlight and take a few cautious steps inside. The shadows of ancient sculptures dance in the light as you breathe in the musty air. No one has set foot in this place for a very long time.

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You hear a rumbling sound as the ceiling above you trembles. You dive out of the way as a giant block of stone slams down where you just stood.