What if the wisdom you’ve been searching for was hiding in your favorite video game? If Video Games Have Taught Me Anything is a one-of-a-kind journey through real-life insights inspired by the world of gaming — from the 8-bit days of arcade cabinets to modern open-world epics. Inside this book, you’ll find a powerful collection of stories, quotes, and personal reflections from creators, celebrities, developers, streamers, and everyday gamers...all exploring the surprising life lessons they've gained through gaming. From leveling up after failure to learning strategy, empathy, leadership, and perseverance, this book delivers the XP you didn’t know you’d been grinding for all along. Featuring contributions from industry insiders, game designers, and cultural icons, this is not just a book for gamers; it’s a book for anyone who's ever picked up a controller and walked away changed. With game-inspired achievements, side quests, and journal prompts scattered throughout, this isn’t just a book you read — it’s one you play . Perfect for fans of: 🕹️ Retro gamers and arcade fans 📦 Nintendo, Sega, Xbox, PlayStation enthusiasts 🧠 Readers of self-development, motivation, or creative nonfiction 💬 Fun Level up your thinking. One story at a time. I bet you're wondering who has actually learned a life lesson from a video game. Here are just a few of the names you'll find in this book — many sharing exclusive stories with me: Henry Cavill ( Superman, The Witcher ) - Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson ( Black Adam, WWE legend ) - Lady Gaga ( Grammy & Oscar-winning artist ) - Jeff Goldblum ( Jurassic Park, The Fly ) - Conan O'Brien ( Late-night icon ) - Michael Phelps ( Olympic gold medalist ) - Jack Black ( School of Rock, Tenacious D ) - Mark Hamill ( Luke Skywalker, the voice of the Joker ) - Charles Martinet ( the voice of Mario ) - Shirley Curry ( the beloved "Skyrim Grandma" ) - Wolfgang Van Halen ( musician ) - Cory Barlog ( director of God of War ) ...plus many more voices: actors, athletes, musicians, directors, game developers, leaders, and even everyday heroes...all reflecting on the lessons games have taught them. This isn't a book about video games. It's a book about life, purpose, and the unexpected teachers that shape us. Are you ready to press start