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IGDB.com

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Video Game Database

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🚀 Quick Start Examples

IGDB.com Javascript Examplejavascript

// IGDB.com API Example
const response = await fetch('https://api-docs.igdb.com', {
    method: 'GET',
    headers: {
        'Content-Type': 'application/json'
    }
});

const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);

The Video Game Database API provides an extensive and comprehensive collection of data related to video games, encompassing details such as game titles, genres, platforms, release dates, and game descriptions. This powerful API is an invaluable resource for developers and enthusiasts seeking to build engaging applications, interactive websites, or dynamic gaming databases. With access to a rich dataset, you can enhance user experiences by providing accurate and up-to-date information, facilitating game comparisons, and enabling personalized recommendations tailored to individual gaming preferences.

Using the Video Game Database API comes with numerous advantages, making it an essential tool for developers in the gaming industry. Benefits of using this API include:

Access to a vast database of video game information.
Up-to-date data reflecting the latest releases and trends in the gaming world.
Simplified data retrieval through a well-documented API.
The ability to integrate game details seamlessly into various applications and websites.
Support for multiple platforms, ensuring compatibility across different devices and environments.

Here’s a JavaScript code example for calling the Video Game Database API:

const fetch = require('node-fetch');

const url = 'https://api.igdb.com/v4/games';
const headers = {
    'Client-ID': 'YOUR_CLIENT_ID',
    'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
};

const query = `
    fields name, release_dates, genres, platforms;
    limit 10;
`;

fetch(url, {
    method: 'POST',
    headers: headers,
    body: query
})
.then(response => response.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(error => console.error('Error:', error));