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FUCK YEAH, VIDEO GAMES: THE LIFE AND EXTRA LIVES OF A PROFESSIONAL NERD
By Daniel Hardcastle and Rebecca Maughan
FUCK YEAH, VIDEO GAMES: THE LIFE AND EXTRA LIVES OF A PROFESSIONAL NERD
By Daniel Hardcastle and Rebecca Maughan
A personal, absurd celebration of the sheer joy of video games.
'A labour of undiluted love and enthusiasm' DailyTelegraph
As Daniel Hardcastle careers towards thirty, he looks back on what has really made him happy in life: the friends, the romances… the video games. Told through encounters with the most remarkable – and the most mind-boggling – games of the last thirty-odd years, Fuck Yeah, Video Games is also a love letter to the greatest hobby in the world.
From God of War to Tomb Raider, Pokémon to The Sims, Daniel relives each game with countless in-jokes, obscure references and his signature wit, as well as intricate, original illustrations by Rebecca Maughan. Alongside this march of merriment are chapters dedicated to the hardware behind the games: a veritable history of Sony, Nintendo, Sega and Atari consoles.
Joyous, absurd, personal and at times sweary, Daniel's memoir is a celebration of the sheer brilliance of video games.
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Daniel Hardcastle
Rebecca Maughan
Daniel Hardcastle, Author
Hello! My name is Daniel and I’ve said approximately 15,000,000 words across almost 4,000 internet videos in the past eight years. It’s probably time I wrote some of them down.
My love for video games started in 1991 when I discovered that I could magically control the small blue hedgehog on my TV with a special remote control. My passion for writing came about when a boy wizard stabbed a snake man in the face. My interest in dinosaurs came from a visit to the Natural History Museum, but that isn’t important right now.
I live in *REDACTED* with Rebecca, the illustrator of this book, and our many, many pets. When I grow up I’d like to be a bit less fat.
Rebecca Maughan, Illustrator
Interview between Daniel and Rebecca, Recorded 29th May 2018 at 19:21.
Transcript Begins
OK, time to do your one now. Hello, I’m Rebecca and… … ...I don’t know what to say.
You have to sell yourself, it’s like writing a personal statement or something more important like a twitter bio. I hate writing those.
Everyone does. Why do I have to do this again?
Because people want to know about you to see if your work is worth spending money on. I like dogs.
Great start! Add to it! I like dogs more than people.
Not quite what I had in mind, I’d kill all the people…
So… how about those qualifications? ... to save a dog.
It says here that you have a degree in software engineering for computer games! Just one dog.
And that you’ve been drawing for longer than you’ve been walking. My dream…
Uh huh... ...is to find a dog so big…
Yes? ...that it can eat people.
I’ll make something up.
Transcript Ends
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20th May 20221000% funding update
Hi Everyone, to celebrate Dan's other wonderful book The Paradox Pardox hitting 1000% (!!!!!!) funding he has posted a little extract from the novel. If you haven't supported it yet you can here: https://unbound.com/books/paradox/
8th October 2021DAN'S PLAN TO TAKE OVER DOCTOR WHO
Dear all, i thought you might like to read the introduction that Dan's has written for our new Doctor Who book. It is, as you would expect very funny and very Dan. If you also pledged for the book we would eternally grateful and it would undoubtedly help Dan's three step plan to take over Doctor Who as revealed in his recent…
12th September 2019Fuck Yeah, Video Games - Collectors Edition Unboxing!
Hey everyone, here is a short video that Dan and Rebecca made yesterday unveiling everything that is in the Collectors Edition.
10th September 2019Release date! Book tour! AAAAHHHH
Hello!
It feels like I started writing my silly little book about video games about two hundred years ago. Sadly, video games didn't exist then and a book about rocking horses got old quickly.
Still, I persevered and I'm happy to announce that we officially release Fuck Yeah, Video Games in stores on the 19th September 2019!
Feast your eyeballs, lids and lashes on this, the actual cover of Fuck Yeah, Video Games! What you're looking at isn't just the greatest book cover in the world, it's also sleepless nights, hand cramp and about 35 emails wondering if "video games" has a space in it or not...
Anyway, some updates! As of right now the book is so very close to being done. All the…
9th February 2019February 2019 update!
Hello, Happy New year (is it already too late for that? I feel like 2019 started a few hours ago…) etc etc, hope you’re having a good one!
Me? Lovely of you to ask, I’ve spent the first month vomiting from most of my orifices, sneezing from the ones that are left and generally being dead. Thanks to modern medicine, a pact made with a mysterious carnival worker and the fact that the toilet is now…
3rd September 2018Manuscript Submitted and 1500%!
Hello! Long time no update!
This morning, specifically at half past four, I flung the first manuscript of the book off to Unbound. This is the first major step on this books long journey to... well, becoming an actual book.
Right now the book is about 70,000 words, most of them rude, and is as polished as I can make it by myself. It's been over a year and a half of writing but it's nice to…
29th June 20181346% Update
Blimey.
It's still not quite sunk in. I don't think it really can. This book has been funded 10 times over and then some. Future projects of mine now have budgets, Rebecca's Fallout collection is probably going to double in size and the dogs are going to get at least three new chew toys each.
With all this support and good fortune coming our way, we're going to pass a little bit of it on. We…
5th June 2018The first 24 Hours...
"Well, we've had worse days..."
Thank you. Sincerly and from the bottom of my heart, thank you.
I've been writing for years. So, so many years. My attic is full of comics featuring stick men I drew in primary school, plays I used to perform to my Nan, and about fifteen series worth of Doctor Who. Writing is in my blood, alonside last nights curry and an overly large amount of bilirubin. I think…
Adam Braybrook asked:
When will this book be released?
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The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019.
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John Swanson asked:
Hey Dan,
Sorry to cause trouble by starting to ask questions. I was wondering if is there any way to separately buy one of the extra items (Specifically the Tortilla Lasagna Recipe poster) if we've backed a pledge level that doesn't include it? (e.g. the Personalized Signed Edition)
Unbound replied:
Hi John,
Unfortunately we can't edit or add things to pledges which aren't part of the set level rewards. If you need to check what you level includes you can do this over in your account. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/what-rewards-does-my-chosen-pledge-level-include
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Chris Bennett asked:
Will being in the USA be a problem for me getting a physical copy of this book?
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Not at all Chris - we ship all over the world.
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Jannes Verlinde asked:
What is the projected release date?
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Hi Jannes,
The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019.
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Ben Green asked:
Were will the book be sold after the funding and how long until then?
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Hi Ben,
The book is still available for pre-order from us until the final stages of production. Then after it's published it will be available from all good UK bookshops.
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Aeva Aeva asked:
Any ideas of a rough release date or expected delivery date? I can't see any details on the main page.
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Hi Aeva,
The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019.
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Alex Lewis asked:
When does the ability to pledge to this book expire?
Unbound replied:
Hi Alex,
We'll be taking pre-orders until the book goes into the final stages of production so there's quite some time still to pledge.
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Sam Patel asked:
What is the format of the Ebook?
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Hi Sam,
We usually create ebooks in epub, mobi and PDF formats.
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Shamus Pacelli asked:
How long until they ship?
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Hi Shamus,
The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019.
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Kim Johansson asked:
Hi
How long will it take before I get my confirmation email? The money has been drawn from my card but no email yet.
Unbound replied:
Hi Kim,
There was a delay on this due to the popularity of the project. If you're still having problems with this please get in touch via support@unbound.com.
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Ashley Hepworth asked:
Hello Rebecca and Dan,
I have been eyeing up the Front of the Book Edition for the past hour or so, but alas, I am a loot whore at heart. I have bought the Collector's Edition (All hail our EA Overlords). I would love to upgrade and possibly donate a little higher than the Front of the Book Edition's asking price if the rest of the loot was bundled with it too? Would that be possible?
Thanking you kindly,
Ash
Unbound replied:
Hi Ash,
Unfortunately we can't edit or add things to pledges which aren't part of the set level rewards. If you need to check what you level includes you can do this over in your account. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/what-rewards-does-my-chosen-pledge-level-include
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Euan Kershaw asked:
Is it possible to get the "Custom Art Edition" and add some money to the pledge to get the "Ubisoft" bonuses?
The dog bookmark sound so cute. :D
Unbound replied:
Hi Euan,
Unfortunately we can't edit or add things to pledges which aren't part of the set level rewards. If you need to check what you level includes you can do this over in your account. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/what-rewards-does-my-chosen-pledge-level-include
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Callum Andrew Wallace asked:
When will the book be released?
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Hi Callum
The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. So as long as all goes to plan that's when we'll send out books.
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Maximillian Prenga asked:
when is it getting publish
Unbound replied:
Hi Maximillian,
The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. So as long as all goes to plan that's when we'll send out books.
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John Howard asked:
When is the projected release date? :)
Unbound replied:
Hi John,
The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. So as long as all goes to plan that's when we'll send out books.
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Arran Lewis asked:
When does pledging end?
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Hi Arran,
We'll be taking pre-orders right up until the book goes into the final stages of production, so there's still plenty of time to pledge.
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Caelan Kimball asked:
Will the Hard back and Audio book be available for purchase anywhere else at a later day or will this be the only chance to get it?
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Hi Caelan,
We'll be taking pre-orders right up until the book goes into the final stages of production, so there's still plenty of time to order.
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Adam "Don Lambo" Johnson asked:
Can anyone tell me the end date for this Campaign?
I will absolutely be funding but may wait until Payday if I can.
Unbound replied:
Hi Donlambo,
We'll keep taking pledges for the special edition until we go into the final stages of production so there's plenty of time to pledge and get your name inside.
Best wishes,
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Max Nicholson asked:
Will my name be the name it was when I signed in to pledge or the one I changed it to
Unbound replied:
Hi Max,
You can check or change the name you want in the book through your account page. Here's details on how: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/changing-the-supporter-name-thats-printed-in-a-book.
Thanks for pledging!
Unbound Support.
Aysha Ahmed asked:
After the book has been published, would it be possible to buy the book from stores or online?
Unbound replied:
Yes indeed. When published the book will be available from most good bookshops.
Joshua McKee asked:
So will my name appear on the back of every copy of the book or just my copy?
Unbound replied:
Hi Joshua,
Your name will appear in the supporter list which is included in every copy of the book. I hope this helps!
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Bailey Peters asked:
Hi, I pledged for the signed book but I just got some extra money and was is it possible to up your pledge or is it set?
Unbound replied:
Hi Bailey,
You can upgrade your level of support if you want to. Just see here for how to do this: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/how-do-i-upgrade-my-level-of-support.
Best wishes,
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Kevin Porter asked:
Does the payment go through when I pledge or when the book actually comes out.
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Hi Kevin,
We take the payment at the time of you making the pledge.
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Kevin Porter asked:
I'm moving soon, can I change my mailing address after I pledge? Or should I wait?
Unbound replied:
Hi Kevin,
We always get supporters to double check the address before sending the books out so you can change this at a later date if you need to. It will be a while yet until there the finished copies are ready. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-profile/how-do-i-change-my-default-delivery-address.
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Justin Estrellado asked:
Is it possible to upgrade from the Hardback to the Signed Hardback? The next available upgrade is for the Snuggle Buddies for me.
Unbound replied:
Hi Justin,
You should be able to upgrade to that level! Please can you email us via support@unbound.com so we can look into this for you?
Thanks!
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Clifford David asked:
Can I not add my full name for the names at the back of the book? I can only find first and last name .. I have a middle name TT
Unbound replied:
Hi Clifford,
You can add a middle name in the book if you like. Please see here for details on how to update the name in the book: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/changing-the-supporter-name-thats-printed-in-a-book
Best wishes,
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Callum Sadler asked:
My reward tier, the personalised video, seems to come with a multitude of the former tiers. Does this include the personalised signed edition or is it only a signed copy?
Unbound replied:
Hi Callum,
Thanks for getting in touch. The only level to include personally dedicated copies is the 'Personalised Signed Edition' level. I hope this helps!
Best wishes,
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Albert Sharman asked:
Even after the pledge is over will I still be able to buy it or do I need to order it now
Unbound replied:
Hi Albert,
Once the book is published it will be available to buy in bookshops, but if you want your name in the book you'll need to pledge before it heads past a certain production stage. I hope this helps!
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Daniel Field asked:
Hi
How Do I Access The Audio and E Book
Unbound replied:
Hi Daniel,
You'll be sent an email around publication letting you know how to access the ebook and audiobook files. I hope this helps!
Unbound Support.
Holly Norris asked:
Hi!
I bought a signed copy but its for a gift and i didnt even think to check of there was a gift option for it! is there some way i can change it so it doesn’t accidentally end up with my own name in it or something?
Unbound replied:
Hi Holly,
Thanks for your question! It depends when you pledged - the supporter list is closed now, so it's too late to add or change any names.
However you should be able to check whether you pledged in time to get a name included, and if so what name you added to the list, over in your account: unbound.com/account.
I hope this helps!
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Grant Cousins asked:
Hi, where do I send my face in for the front of the book edition?
Unbound replied:
Hi Grant,
Please look out for an email from us in January with details of where to send your image. Once we have them all we'll send them over to be illustrated.
Thanks!
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Luke Thomas asked:
If I upgrade my pledge now, will my name still be in the book?
Unbound replied:
Hi Luke,
We've finalised the names to go inside the book now so if you upgrade your pledge reward your name will still be in the book, but it's too late for you to edit the name. I hope that's OK.
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Thomas Blomster Jr asked:
I pledged for the custom art edition. Will I get an email when it’s time to send in a picture for the drawing?
Thanks
Unbound replied:
You will indeed, Thomas. Rebecca is still finishing the illustrations to go inside the book at the moment but we'll be in touch with everyone who needs a personalised illustration in the next few months with details of where to send their photo.
Thanks! Unbound Support.
Daniel Fitch asked:
For a drawn photo edition, what type of photo should I send?
Unbound replied:
Hi Daniel,
Just a picture f your face is perfect. Please can you send this to catherine@unbound.com before 25th February so that we can send over to Rebecca to add to the book. You should have received an email from Catherine about this previously, so we're sorry if this hasn't arrived in your inbox.
Thanks!
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Kev Mirah asked:
If i upgrade my pledge will my name still be in the back of the book? Thanks
Unbound replied:
Hi Kev,
We've got the final supporter list from the database now and this is being added to the book files at the moment. So yes, if you change your chosen reward level then your name will still be in the book.
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Zoe Bateman asked:
Is there any possible way to change the name I want in the back of the book at this point? I realised I am trans recently and am not really wanting to be deadnamed
Unbound replied:
Hi Zoe,
We would love to help but I'm afraid that it's now too late to change the name in the book as this has been closed and can't be reopened. Really sorry we can't help in this instance.
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Ruby Blackstone asked:
Hi, is there a way to change address the physical copy will be delivered to?
Unbound replied:
There is indeed Ruby. More details here: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/how-do-i-change-the-delivery-address-for-a-specific-order.
Unbound support.
Jordy Lijs asked:
Hi unbound people do you guys know how long the shipping will take when the book is released?
Unbound replied:
Hi Jordy,
It depends on where you are in the world, but UK orders should take a couple of days to arrive and overseas a little longer. The plan is to dispatch everything in September once Dan has signed the finished books.
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Robert Runyon asked:
Hey dan has recently tweeted that the book is done is it still coming out in October or are we in for an early release
Unbound replied:
Hi Robert,
All being well at the printers, we're aiming to get the book sent out to all subscribers towards the end of September.
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Nicole Frens asked:
Hi Dan, I signed my son up for the signed hardback copy, but I need to make sure you're signing it to him, not me. What's needed? I'm Nicole, he's Xander.
Unbound replied:
Hi Nicole,
Personally signed books are only available for those who pledged at the personalised level we're afraid. If you added Xander's name in the supporter list he'll still be in the book though.
Unbound Support
James Love asked:
Hi, will the audio book/ebook be available after the book comes out, or is it just for a limited time?
Unbound replied:
Hi James,
Yes they'll be available through Unbound's site once they're released. And the ebook will also be available through major ebook retailers too.
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Olivia Moon asked:
Hi, I was wondering when the eBooks will be sent out to backers?
Unbound replied:
Hi Mackinley,
We'll be releasing the ebooks this week, to coincide with the rest of the books going out to supporters.
Thanks,
Unbound Support
Jennifer Coyle asked:
Hey I was wondering when the audiobook would be sent out to backers?
Unbound replied:
Hi Jennifer,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
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Eric Smedstad asked:
When will the audiobook be released and what formats will it be in?
Unbound replied:
Hi Eric,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
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Liam Mellerup asked:
Is there a way of listening to the audiobook or is it not or yet?
Unbound replied:
Hi Liam,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Jennifer Coyle asked:
When will the audiobook be released?
Unbound replied:
Hi Jennifer,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Manie du Preez asked:
Hi. I backed the digital bundle and recently received an e-mail with a link to the e-book (Finished it, it was fantastic). When will the audiobook be available?
Unbound replied:
Hi Manie,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
David Khoshnood asked:
Hi,
I just wanted to ask if the Audiobook has a projected release window? Thanks!
Unbound replied:
Hi David,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Adam Scatchard asked:
Hi, is there any estimate for when the Audiobook version will be available? I already have access to the physical/digital version, but I don't see any post or update regarding it. Cheers.
Unbound replied:
Hi Adam,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Maximilian Sanden asked:
Hello, I just want to know when I'll be receiving the link for the audiobook? I received the one for the e-book already, but the audiobook hasn't been mentioned yet.
Unbound replied:
Hi Maximilian,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Ricky Mohl asked:
Hello! I was curious, I got the Ebook, and the physical book, but I havent gotten the Audio version just yet, is that still in progress?
Unbound replied:
Hi Ricky,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
David T. asked:
When will the audiobook be released?
Unbound replied:
Hi David,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Chris Carey asked:
Hi there. I purchased the audio book only but unbound has given me the Ebook (glitch maybe)and nothing about the audio book. Will the audio book be released at a later date? As of writing this the book has officially released according the the YT video.
Unbound replied:
Hi Chris,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Zaq Smith asked:
Hello, my copy arrived with a rip in the coverslip, is there anything I can do to get just a replacement coverslip?
Unbound replied:
Hi Zaq,
Sorry about that. Please can you contact us about this via support@unbound.com and we can check your address to send a replacement to.
Thanks,
Unbound Support
Pascal Archambault asked:
I just received the shipment and the shipping box was damaged and open. The Tortilla Lasagne poster was damaged along the bottom.
Unbound replied:
Hi Pascal,
Sorry about that. Please can you contact us about this via support@unbound.com and we can check your address to send a replacement to.
Thanks,
Unbound Support
Batu Ozer asked:
I still have not gotten the audio book even though i have received hardback and eBook when should I be accepting the audio book
Unbound replied:
Hi Batu,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Charlie Scattergood asked:
Hi, I've paid and ordered the audiobook but I was only sent a download link for the Ebook. Has the audiobook been recorded and there's been an error, or will it be distributed at a later date?
Unbound replied:
Hi Charlie,
We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
Robert Nedley asked:
I backed the audio book but got the ebooks and have not got the option to download the audio book any idea why?
Unbound replied:
Hi Robert , please head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this.
Happy listening!
Unbound Support
When will this book be released?
Hi Adam, The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. Unbound Support
Hey Dan, Sorry to cause trouble by starting to ask questions. I was wondering if is there any way to separately buy one of the extra items (Specifically the Tortilla Lasagna Recipe poster) if we've backed a pledge level that doesn't include it? (e.g. the Personalized Signed Edition)
Hi John, Unfortunately we can't edit or add things to pledges which aren't part of the set level rewards. If you need to check what you level includes you can do this over in your account. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/what-rewards-does-my-chosen-pledge-level-include Unbound Support
Will being in the USA be a problem for me getting a physical copy of this book?
Not at all Chris - we ship all over the world. Unbound Support
What is the projected release date?
Hi Jannes, The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. Unbound Support
Were will the book be sold after the funding and how long until then?
Hi Ben, The book is still available for pre-order from us until the final stages of production. Then after it's published it will be available from all good UK bookshops. Unbound Support
Any ideas of a rough release date or expected delivery date? I can't see any details on the main page.
Hi Aeva, The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. Unbound Support
When does the ability to pledge to this book expire?
Hi Alex, We'll be taking pre-orders until the book goes into the final stages of production so there's quite some time still to pledge. Unbound Support
What is the format of the Ebook?
Hi Sam, We usually create ebooks in epub, mobi and PDF formats. Unbound Support
How long until they ship?
Hi Shamus, The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. Unbound Support
Hi How long will it take before I get my confirmation email? The money has been drawn from my card but no email yet.
Hi Kim, There was a delay on this due to the popularity of the project. If you're still having problems with this please get in touch via support@unbound.com. Unbound Support
Hello Rebecca and Dan, I have been eyeing up the Front of the Book Edition for the past hour or so, but alas, I am a loot whore at heart. I have bought the Collector's Edition (All hail our EA Overlords). I would love to upgrade and possibly donate a little higher than the Front of the Book Edition's asking price if the rest of the loot was bundled with it too? Would that be possible? Thanking you kindly, Ash
Hi Ash, Unfortunately we can't edit or add things to pledges which aren't part of the set level rewards. If you need to check what you level includes you can do this over in your account. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/what-rewards-does-my-chosen-pledge-level-include Unbound Support
Is it possible to get the "Custom Art Edition" and add some money to the pledge to get the "Ubisoft" bonuses? The dog bookmark sound so cute. :D
Hi Euan, Unfortunately we can't edit or add things to pledges which aren't part of the set level rewards. If you need to check what you level includes you can do this over in your account. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/what-rewards-does-my-chosen-pledge-level-include Unbound Support
When will the book be released?
Hi Callum The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. So as long as all goes to plan that's when we'll send out books. Unbound Support
when is it getting publish
Hi Maximillian, The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. So as long as all goes to plan that's when we'll send out books. Unbound Support
When is the projected release date? :)
Hi John, The book is currently scheduled to be published in October 2019. So as long as all goes to plan that's when we'll send out books. Unbound Support
When does pledging end?
Hi Arran, We'll be taking pre-orders right up until the book goes into the final stages of production, so there's still plenty of time to pledge. Unbound Support
Will the Hard back and Audio book be available for purchase anywhere else at a later day or will this be the only chance to get it?
Hi Caelan, We'll be taking pre-orders right up until the book goes into the final stages of production, so there's still plenty of time to order. Unbound Support
Can anyone tell me the end date for this Campaign? I will absolutely be funding but may wait until Payday if I can.
Hi Donlambo, We'll keep taking pledges for the special edition until we go into the final stages of production so there's plenty of time to pledge and get your name inside. Best wishes, Unbound Support
Will my name be the name it was when I signed in to pledge or the one I changed it to
Hi Max, You can check or change the name you want in the book through your account page. Here's details on how: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/changing-the-supporter-name-thats-printed-in-a-book. Thanks for pledging! Unbound Support.
After the book has been published, would it be possible to buy the book from stores or online?
Yes indeed. When published the book will be available from most good bookshops.
So will my name appear on the back of every copy of the book or just my copy?
Hi Joshua, Your name will appear in the supporter list which is included in every copy of the book. I hope this helps! Unbound Support
Hi, I pledged for the signed book but I just got some extra money and was is it possible to up your pledge or is it set?
Hi Bailey, You can upgrade your level of support if you want to. Just see here for how to do this: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/how-do-i-upgrade-my-level-of-support. Best wishes, Unbound Support
Does the payment go through when I pledge or when the book actually comes out.
Hi Kevin, We take the payment at the time of you making the pledge. Unbound Support
I'm moving soon, can I change my mailing address after I pledge? Or should I wait?
Hi Kevin, We always get supporters to double check the address before sending the books out so you can change this at a later date if you need to. It will be a while yet until there the finished copies are ready. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-profile/how-do-i-change-my-default-delivery-address. Unbound Support
Is it possible to upgrade from the Hardback to the Signed Hardback? The next available upgrade is for the Snuggle Buddies for me.
Hi Justin, You should be able to upgrade to that level! Please can you email us via support@unbound.com so we can look into this for you? Thanks! Unbound Support
Can I not add my full name for the names at the back of the book? I can only find first and last name .. I have a middle name TT
Hi Clifford, You can add a middle name in the book if you like. Please see here for details on how to update the name in the book: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/changing-the-supporter-name-thats-printed-in-a-book Best wishes, Unbound Support
My reward tier, the personalised video, seems to come with a multitude of the former tiers. Does this include the personalised signed edition or is it only a signed copy?
Hi Callum, Thanks for getting in touch. The only level to include personally dedicated copies is the 'Personalised Signed Edition' level. I hope this helps! Best wishes, Unbound Support
Even after the pledge is over will I still be able to buy it or do I need to order it now
Hi Albert, Once the book is published it will be available to buy in bookshops, but if you want your name in the book you'll need to pledge before it heads past a certain production stage. I hope this helps! Unbound Support
Hi How Do I Access The Audio and E Book
Hi Daniel, You'll be sent an email around publication letting you know how to access the ebook and audiobook files. I hope this helps! Unbound Support.
Hi! I bought a signed copy but its for a gift and i didnt even think to check of there was a gift option for it! is there some way i can change it so it doesn’t accidentally end up with my own name in it or something?
Hi Holly, Thanks for your question! It depends when you pledged - the supporter list is closed now, so it's too late to add or change any names. However you should be able to check whether you pledged in time to get a name included, and if so what name you added to the list, over in your account: unbound.com/account. I hope this helps! Unbound Support
Hi, where do I send my face in for the front of the book edition?
Hi Grant, Please look out for an email from us in January with details of where to send your image. Once we have them all we'll send them over to be illustrated. Thanks! Unbound Support
If I upgrade my pledge now, will my name still be in the book?
Hi Luke, We've finalised the names to go inside the book now so if you upgrade your pledge reward your name will still be in the book, but it's too late for you to edit the name. I hope that's OK. Unbound Support
I pledged for the custom art edition. Will I get an email when it’s time to send in a picture for the drawing? Thanks
You will indeed, Thomas. Rebecca is still finishing the illustrations to go inside the book at the moment but we'll be in touch with everyone who needs a personalised illustration in the next few months with details of where to send their photo. Thanks! Unbound Support.
For a drawn photo edition, what type of photo should I send?
Hi Daniel, Just a picture f your face is perfect. Please can you send this to catherine@unbound.com before 25th February so that we can send over to Rebecca to add to the book. You should have received an email from Catherine about this previously, so we're sorry if this hasn't arrived in your inbox. Thanks! Unbound Support
If i upgrade my pledge will my name still be in the back of the book? Thanks
Hi Kev, We've got the final supporter list from the database now and this is being added to the book files at the moment. So yes, if you change your chosen reward level then your name will still be in the book. Unbound support
Is there any possible way to change the name I want in the back of the book at this point? I realised I am trans recently and am not really wanting to be deadnamed
Hi Zoe, We would love to help but I'm afraid that it's now too late to change the name in the book as this has been closed and can't be reopened. Really sorry we can't help in this instance. Unbound Support
Hi, is there a way to change address the physical copy will be delivered to?
There is indeed Ruby. More details here: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/how-do-i-change-the-delivery-address-for-a-specific-order. Unbound support.
Hi unbound people do you guys know how long the shipping will take when the book is released?
Hi Jordy, It depends on where you are in the world, but UK orders should take a couple of days to arrive and overseas a little longer. The plan is to dispatch everything in September once Dan has signed the finished books. Unbound Support
Hey dan has recently tweeted that the book is done is it still coming out in October or are we in for an early release
Hi Robert, All being well at the printers, we're aiming to get the book sent out to all subscribers towards the end of September. Unbound Support
Hi Dan, I signed my son up for the signed hardback copy, but I need to make sure you're signing it to him, not me. What's needed? I'm Nicole, he's Xander.
Hi Nicole, Personally signed books are only available for those who pledged at the personalised level we're afraid. If you added Xander's name in the supporter list he'll still be in the book though. Unbound Support
Hi, will the audio book/ebook be available after the book comes out, or is it just for a limited time?
Hi James, Yes they'll be available through Unbound's site once they're released. And the ebook will also be available through major ebook retailers too. Unbound Support
Hi, I was wondering when the eBooks will be sent out to backers?
Hi Mackinley, We'll be releasing the ebooks this week, to coincide with the rest of the books going out to supporters. Thanks, Unbound Support
Hey I was wondering when the audiobook would be sent out to backers?
Hi Jennifer, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
When will the audiobook be released and what formats will it be in?
Hi Eric, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Is there a way of listening to the audiobook or is it not or yet?
Hi Liam, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
When will the audiobook be released?
Hi Jennifer, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hi. I backed the digital bundle and recently received an e-mail with a link to the e-book (Finished it, it was fantastic). When will the audiobook be available?
Hi Manie, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hi, I just wanted to ask if the Audiobook has a projected release window? Thanks!
Hi David, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hi, is there any estimate for when the Audiobook version will be available? I already have access to the physical/digital version, but I don't see any post or update regarding it. Cheers.
Hi Adam, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hello, I just want to know when I'll be receiving the link for the audiobook? I received the one for the e-book already, but the audiobook hasn't been mentioned yet.
Hi Maximilian, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hello! I was curious, I got the Ebook, and the physical book, but I havent gotten the Audio version just yet, is that still in progress?
Hi Ricky, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
When will the audiobook be released?
Hi David, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hi there. I purchased the audio book only but unbound has given me the Ebook (glitch maybe)and nothing about the audio book. Will the audio book be released at a later date? As of writing this the book has officially released according the the YT video.
Hi Chris, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hello, my copy arrived with a rip in the coverslip, is there anything I can do to get just a replacement coverslip?
Hi Zaq, Sorry about that. Please can you contact us about this via support@unbound.com and we can check your address to send a replacement to. Thanks, Unbound Support
I just received the shipment and the shipping box was damaged and open. The Tortilla Lasagne poster was damaged along the bottom.
Hi Pascal, Sorry about that. Please can you contact us about this via support@unbound.com and we can check your address to send a replacement to. Thanks, Unbound Support
I still have not gotten the audio book even though i have received hardback and eBook when should I be accepting the audio book
Hi Batu, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
Hi, I've paid and ordered the audiobook but I was only sent a download link for the Ebook. Has the audiobook been recorded and there's been an error, or will it be distributed at a later date?
Hi Charlie, We released the audiobook yesterday so please do check your inbox or head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support
I backed the audio book but got the ebooks and have not got the option to download the audio book any idea why?
Hi Robert , please head to https://unbound.com/books/nerdcubed/ebooks to download this. Happy listening! Unbound Support