New Releases by Guinness World Records

Packed with global gaming records, trivia, iconic characters and weirdly wonderful facts, this continent-hopping guide takes you on a record-breaking world tour through the history, culture and creativity of videogames. Ideal for younger readers and generalist video gamers, with all your favourite characters and games - from Mario and Link, to Minecraft and Fortnite This year''s ''global gaming'' theme takes a globetrotting adventure through continents, so readers can learn about their favourite games and the cultures behind them Packed with trivia on game development, videogame history and inspiring record breakers who have set speedruns or amassed huge collections The MVPs answer burning questions! What was the longest cutscene, the best-selling console, or even the first video-game?

The must-have book for curious minds is back and brimming with the most recent record-breaking feats across eight action-packed chapters. Perfect for the whole family with chapters including the natural world, humans, science and sports This edition goes green! From the dazzling neon-green cover, to a spotlight on GWR''s biggest green stars including frogs, emeralds, Yoda, the Incredible Hulk and Wicked''s Elphaba Marvel at extreme records out of context like the largest dinosaur stomping through New York''s Times Square and the tallest iceberg drifting by the Sydney Opera House in the Snapshot features Meet eight more incredible young achievers -under 16s that are defying their age to break remarkable records The newly selected GWR ICONS are unveiled -record holders who embody the spirit of record breaking who are rewriting the rulebook in their respective fields

Guinness World Records: Wild Things - It''s time to unleash our wildest book yet! In this edition we explore the world''s superlative species: those exotic and extraordinary critters you (probably) won''t find in your back yard. You''ll meet the largest, smallest, cutest, scariest and downright weirdest animals across the globe, from venomous primates and sleepy bats to ocean oddities and even a creature that passes gas to move around!

THE TOP 100 GREATEST SOCCER RECORDS Count down the 100 most significant records from the beautiful game, showcasing the greatest teams, the most prolific goal scorers, the fastest strikes, the highest-scoring matches and much more. Whether you''re new to Soccer or an expert in XG, satisfy your need for trivia, facts and stats with an all-new edition from the ultimate authority on record breaking. Plus! - Prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a journey along our FIFA World Cup Timeline, featuring the key players and defining moments from every edition to date - Flick and trick your way to glory with the Freestyle Challenge, with help from two-time world champion Isabel Wilkins - Meet the masterminds On the Touchline, including Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti and Sarina Wiegman - Take a tour Around the Grounds of the world''s record-breaking stadia - Celebrate the artists behind the official songs and terrace anthems in Pitch Perfect - Explore the tournaments and initiatives that ensure Soccer for All

Count down the 100 most significant records from the beautiful game, showcasing the greatest teams, the most prolific goal scorers, the fastest strikes, the highest-scoring matches and much more.Whether you''re new to football or an expert in XG, satisfy your need for trivia, facts and stats with an all-new edition from the ultimate authority on record breaking.Plus!· Prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a journey along our FIFA World Cup Timeline, featuring the key players and defining moments from every edition to date· Flick and trick your way to glory with the Freestyle Challenge, with help from two-time world champion Isabel Wilkins · Meet the masterminds On the Touchline, including Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti and Sarina Wiegman · Take a tour Around the Grounds of the world''s record-breaking stadia· Celebrate the artists behind the official songs and terrace anthems in Pitch Perfect· Explore the tournaments and initiatives that ensure Football for All

THE TOP 100 GREATEST GAMING CHARACTERS Explore the coolest records across the most popular consoles, developers and games through a brand-new list from the ultimate authority on record breaking. From Lara Croft to Link and the crew of Mass Effect to the Creepers of Minecraft, see where the biggest and best characters ranked. Do you agree and did your favourites make the list? Plus! Get the lowdown on the most popular Roblox games Count down the coolest and rarest Fortnite skins Check out the most played Mobile Games from Pokémon GO to Brawl Stars Discover the origins of games like Batman, Spider-Man and Midnight Suns in the Comics and Videogames feature Trace the history of recording-breaking Sports Games with amazing facts on gaming versions of F1, American Football, soccer and more Learn how Videogame Voice Actors use different skills and inspirations to bring your favourite characters to life Have fun and relax with Cosy Gaming - whether professional cleaning, cute kitties, or idyllic farms are your thing

Nya Guinness World Records är här! I 2025 års upplaga firas det lite extra eftersom det är 70 år sedan den första boken i serien gavs ut. Utöver att ge en pinfärsk uppdatering på vår rekordvärld, fullproppad med hisnande fakta, roliga och spännande prestationer, blickar årets bok tillbaka på ikoniska personer som utmärkt sig i Guinness World Records historia. Personer som slagit betydelsefulla rekord, gjort banbrytande framsteg eller lämnat bestående intryck på världen.Häng också med bakåt i tiden med rekorduppslag från varje decennium med start 1955, när boken gavs ut första gången. Varje uppslag är formgivet som det såg ut när det begav sig. Välkommen tillbaka till en värld fylld med fascinerande vetenskap och historia blandat med makalösa prestationer och fantastiska bilder![Bokinfo].

All aboard Guinness World Records 2021 for a life-changing journey of discovery! This year, we''re devoting a chapter to the history of exploration, starting with the story of the very first circumnavigation, along with our "History of Adventure" timeline, featuring a host of remarkable achievements. The fully revised and updated best-seller is packed with thousands of incredible new feats across the widest spectrum of topics, providing a whistle-stop tour of our superlative universe. Our ever-expanding pool of international consultants and experts help us make sense of the world around us and the cosmos beyond. So join us as we embark on a voyage through the vast panorama of record-breaking in 12 fact-packed chapters: · Travel through the Solar System and see the planets come to life with a free Augmented Reality feature · Encounter the cutest, weirdest, most dangerous and exotic creatures on our home planet · Meet the world’s tallest, shortest, hairiest and heaviest humans · Marvel at the latest high scores, speed runs, and players at the top of their game in eSports and beyond · Get the lowdown on the world’s most successful and prolific actors, musicians, TV stars and influencers We''ve also selected the best of the newly approved claims from the 50,000 applications received from the public over the past 12 months. But don''t just be a tourist: try some of our specially created try-at-home challenges that could see YOU listed in the world-famous book of records. If you want to be one of those lucky few, check out our Against the Clock chapter--we might even see you in next year''s edition! Finally, be inspired by the latest inductees to the Guinness World Records Hall of Fame, including the real-life Captain Nemo who''s traveled to the deepest point in every ocean, the fearless campaigner for human rights who risked her life to make the world a better place, and the teenage millionaire who made his fortune playing Fortnite. It''s a big world out there! Let Guinness World Records 2021 be your guide!

Celebrate the dawning of a new decade with the fully revised Guinness World Records 2020. To kick off the ''20s, we''ve created an electrifying new cover and curated a record-breaking edition packaged with thousands of new, updated and classic superlatives, hundreds of never-before-seen images, and a selection of eye-opening photo-composites that put a new spin on record-breaking...A new decade means it''s time for a fresh approach, so starting with our front cover, we''ve re-booted record-breaking with an all-new design. There''s a new look inside, too, and thanks to our team of digital artists, we''ve created mind-blowing poster pages that will reveal some of our classic record holders in a whole new light.Our ever-expanding pool of international consultants and experts help us make sense of the world around us, so join us as we explore the vast spectrum of record-breaking in 11 superlative-packed chapters. As always, we''re committed to bringing you record-breaking from the cutting edge of science, and this year we''ve produced a feature chapter on remarkable robots with the help of award-winning tech blogger Evan Ackerman. We''ve also been out on the road, adjudicating records at events as diverse as the UK National Pet Show, Skill Con in Las Vegas and BubbleFest in Wales.Guinness World Records is nothing without its dedicated record-breakers, so we''ve also selected the best of the newly approved claims from the 50,000 applications received from the public over the past 12 months. If you want to be one of those lucky few, look out for the Do Try This At Home challenges in the VIRAL SPORTS chapter - you might even make it into next year''s edition!

The world''s most popular record book is back with thousands of new categories and newly broken records, covering everything from outer space to sporting greats via Instagram, fidget spinners and all manner of human marvels. Inside you''ll find hundreds of never-before-seen photographs and countless facts, figures, stats and trivia waiting for you on every action-packed page. Guinness World Records 2019 is the ultimate snapshot of our world today.Plus, this year we celebrate the incredible "Maker" movement with a special feature devoted to the inventors, dreamers, crafters and creators who devote their lives to amazing record-breaking projects such as the largest water pistol, a jet-powered go-kart and an elephant-sized hamburger (think you could eat a whole one!?). We take a sneak peak into their workshops to explore these epically big builds, and ask them what inspires them to go really, really large!And if you like creating, and you like LEGO®, then you''ll love our "Making History" pages that use the world''s most famous interlocking plastic bricks to illustrate and explain an important record-breaking object - such as the Statue of Liberty or the Apollo mission''s Saturn V rocket. We examine their designs, structure and technical specifications in fully illustrated and colourful, poster-style pages.Finally, you can jump into both the making and record-breaking action with a "Do Try This At Home" section. Challenge yourself and your family with five fun record-breaking maker-inspired records you can attempt involving origami, balloon sculptures, ring pulls and rubber bands. Who knows, your creation might just make it into the record books!

Guinness World Records: Science & Stuff is a whirlwind tour through the astounding, record-breaking world (and universe) around us, with an intro from TV science educator and author Science Bob. Packed with spectacular superlatives, shocking stats, fantastic facts and fun figures, Science & Stuff celebrates the simple joy in finding things out. It tackles the big questions that keep people up at night, such as: • Can you belch in space? • What does woolly mammoth taste like? • How much would the Death Star cost? • Is the answer to this question no? Join us as we rise from the depths of the ocean, home to vampire squids from hell, to the dizzy heights of the International Space Station, where scientists unravel the secrets of (pooping in) zero-g. On the way we stop to talk with some of the men and women who are out in the world finding answers and making stuff. Ever wanted to know what it’s like to ride a motorized toilet at highway speeds, command a swarm of tiny robots or spend a year in space? Well, you’ll find your answers in here. And that’s not all – have a go at ten record-breaking science experiments in the special Make & Break section. Our very own mad professor, Burnaby Q Orbax, and his trusty lab assistant Sweet Pepper Klopek, guide you through at-home challenges, from the greatest height to drop an egg without it breaking to the farthest distance by a Mentos and soda car. It’s gonna get messy! Guinness World Records: Science & Stuff – the grossest, smelliest, weirdest and noisiest guide to, well, science... and stuff.

Imagine the world before Google or Facebook, when books were the only source of recorded fact. Originally published in 1956, The Guinness Book of Superlatives is the very first book in a series that would one day become one of the most well-known and trusted brands in the world—The Guinness Book of World Records. This is the original fun and informative edition, which gathered world facts and records from the year of its publication and prior. Included within are world records and facts from the sectors of: Science Politics Economics Art Architecture Engineering Accidents and disasters Human achievements The natural world And many more! Pick up this entertaining reference book, and expand your knowledge of the world as it was more than sixty years ago.

Calling all animal lovers! Guinness World Records: Amazing Animals puts the spotlight on the world’s most fur-nomenal creatures, peculiar pets, wacky wildlife, and cute critters. In this action-packed annual, you’ll meet surfing pigs, talking gorillas, and even the world’s largest elephant orchestra! Ever see a dog who thinks he’s Picasso or a bunny who plays basketball? You will now! From the tallest and smallest animals to the most popular social pet-working stars, they’re all here. If it’s activities you want, you’re in for a treat! Create your very own record-breaking animal with our online game, or try making an origami zoo! Test your wildlife knowledge with fun quizzes and puzzles, plus find out if your pet is a secret Einstein with our exclusive IQ tests. For a superlative showcase of the world’s greatest creatures – and a few LOLs along the way – get your paws on Amazing Animals now!

The record-breaking record book is back with a whole new year''s worth of incredible accomplishments, spectacular stunts, cutting-edge science and unparalleled sporting achievements. As ever, it''s packed with hundreds of never-before-seen photographs, thousands of superlative stats, facts and figures, and a multitude of new features.SUPERLATIVE SUPERHEROESThis year, our editors have taken their inspiration from superheroes - fictional and real-world - so look out for an all-new feature chapter charting the rise of the superhero in comic books, TV shows and movies. We also meet the real-life record-breakers with genuine superpowers, such as the Canadian vicar who can pull a jumbo jet and an actual cyborg who uses technology to augment his senses.NEW FEATURES!Also new this year is a celebration of the superlative: taking one topic at a time, unique infographic poster pages explore the most exciting absolutes - such as the longest, tallest, fastest and heaviest. Does the longest sofa outstretch the longest train? Is the tallest Easter egg bigger than the tallest snowman? These will be available to download as FREE posters from guinnessworldrecords.com.

The record-breaking record book is back with a fresh new design and 13 chapters containing thousands of new and updated records, awe-inspiring never-before-seen photographs and a bucketload of facts, stats, figures and trivia. Look out, too, for our all-new Factographic features and a special chapter dedicated to helping you become a record breaker...

The world''s best-selling annual is back and bursting with thousands of amazing new records, never-before-seen images and mind-boggling trivia. And as always, we have a few more surprises in store for you... As well as all your favorite records for talented pets, superhuman achievements, big stuff and extreme vehicles, you''ll find show-stopping superlatives from brand-new categories. Topics making their GWR debut include waterfalls, twins, ballooning, apps, lightning, manga, archaeology, drones, and pirates - and that''s just for starters! So, get ready for your yearly dose of mind-blowing feats and wonders in Guinness World Records 2016 - the global authority on record-breaking.

In this special diamond anniversary book, we share 60 of the most iconic, heart-warming and world-changing records, year by year from 1955 to today. Illustrated with stunning photography, these records show how Guinness World Records is a mirror to the evolving world around us. From the first man in space to the longest fingernails, there’s something for everyone in this trip down record-breaking memory lane.

Now in its eighth edition, Guinness World Records Gamer''s Edition is the ultimate guide to videogames. With all-new design and photography, the fresh-looking 2015 edition is packed full of news and views about the most up-to-date achievements and developments in gaming. It offers the most dazzling images from this year''s top titles, along with fascinating facts, figures and features on the games and characters you love – from Minecraft to the world-beating Grand Theft Auto V, from thrilling new games to all-time classics. The latest edition includes gameplay tips and hints, interviews and features exploring gaming from different perspectives, and quotes from leading figures in the industry. Find out about the biggest-selling games, the highest scores, and the world''s most amazing gamers. Read about the latest hardware developments in the battle of the eight-generation consoles, and explore the most exciting news stories across all the major gaming genres.

Now in its eighth edition, Guinness World Records Gamer’s Edition 2015 Ebook is the ultimate guide for videogame lovers, perfect for reading on smart devices on the go. Whether you’re an avid fan of platformers, shooters, MMOs or racing games, there’s something for everyone, including interviews with industry experts, handy in-game tips and, of course, hundreds of amazing new records. In this year’s Gamer’s Edition, the book features a countdown of the top 50 videogames of all time, based on our readers’ poll. Be sure to check out where your favourite games rank. Also get the lowdown on all the latest hardware developments, from next-gen virtual-reality peripherals like Oculus Rift and Project Morpheus to who’s the reigning champion in the battle of the eighth-gen consoles: PlayStation 4 or Xbox One – place your bets now! But the Gamer’s Edition isn’t all about the games and consoles – it’s also a showcase of the most dedicated gamers in the world. Meet the chart-topping players who have completed games the quickest, earned the most points or collected the most memorabilia. Maybe they’ll inspire you to break a gaming record of your own…

Entrez dans les coulisses du Guinness World Records ! Vous suivrez notre directeur artistique Michael Whitty dans ses reportages, à la rencontre de sympathiques compagnons à quatre pattes, de concepteurs d’objets XXL très novateurs, d’un astronaute chanteur, d’hommes et de femmes au talent remarquable. Plus : tous les records de la coupe du monde de football et un grand quiz.

With a fresh new design and feel inspired by innovations in tablet technology, the latest GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS book presents thousands of new and updated records, along with hundreds of amazing never-before-seen photographs. The 2015 edition showcases the very best of the most recent world records, with new subjects as diverse as castles, 3D printing, the search for alien life and the latest developments in AI and robotics. Plus, the Flashback features offer a look back at the archives to bring you the best of the classic and iconic records from the past 60 years. Meanwhile, the Gallery spreads present the best GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS photography across themed topics such as giant musical instruments, wacky vehicles and animals in action. And look out for details of how readers can become record-breakers themselves.

Bring reading comprehension alive with engaging record-breaking stories. Rising Stars have teamed up with Guinness World Records to produce Record-Breaking Comprehension, an exciting series that uses fascinating world records to engage all pupils and develop reading comprehension skills.

Bring reading comprehension alive with engaging record-breaking stories. Rising Stars have teamed up with Guinness World Records to produce Record-Breaking Comprehension, an exciting series that uses fascinating world records to engage all pupils and develop reading comprehension skills.

Discover thousands of new and classic records in ''Guinness World Records 2014.'' Encounter the most venomous creatures on Earth, go for a ride on the world''s largest pogo stick and meet the largest walking robot.

Guinness World Records 2013 is crammed with new and updated records, and never-before-seen photography. Meet the new shortest living man and a slam-dunking parrot, and witness the fiercest predators in the ocean - you can see them in 3D with our new augmented reality app!

In celebration of this year''s sporting summer, Guinness World Records presents Wacky Sporting Champions an eBook exclusive honoring those unique sporting stars who have taken record-breaking to new and outrageous extremes! Featuring record-breakers from all over the world, Wacky Sporting Champions presents the truly alternative side to sporting achievement. Do you want to know how far you can throw a washing machine? Or if the pole-vault record can be attempted on a unicycle? Or what the fastest egg-and-spoon race is? Then Guinness World Records Wacky Sporting Champions is the eBook for you! Word Count: 27,000

You''re not going to believe this! Full of amazing and outrageous facts, these captivating puzzle books will provide kids with hours of fun. Each book includes true stories that will engage and astonish readers. But that''s not all! Most pages offer a different puzzle, including crosswords, math logic, word searches, patterning, and more. Answers are provided in the back of the books. (c) 2012 Guinness World Records Limited • www.guinnessworldrecords.com

You''re not going to believe this! Full of amazing and outrageous facts, these captivating puzzle books will provide kids with hours of fun. Each book includes true stories that will engage and astonish readers. But that''s not all! Most pages offer a different puzzle, including crosswords, math logic, word searches, patterning, and more. Answers are provided in the back of the books. (c) 2012 Guinness World Records Limited • www.guinnessworldrecords.com