Giant Bomb

API

Comprehensive Video Game & Comic Database API

Overview

The Giant Bomb API grants access to a robust database of video game and comic content, including games, characters, franchises, comic issues, and more. It uses RESTful architecture with JSON responses. Key endpoints include /games (filter/search games with details like release dates/platforms), /characters (character profiles), /franchises (game franchise histories), and /issues (comic issue metadata). Ideal for building game info apps, comic collection trackers, content aggregators, or educational tools focused on gaming/comic culture. Requires API key authentication.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.giantbomb.com/api/documentation')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Response Format
Extensive Game & Comic Metadata
Search & Filter Capabilities
API Key Authentication

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Giant Bomb API free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier for non-commercial use with rate limits. Commercial usage may require a paid plan.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register for an API key from the Giant Bomb website to access the API.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, providing structured data for easy integration into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Games & Comics

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Rich Gaming/Comic Content Library
⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
⊕ Supports Non-Commercial Use
⊕ Regularly Updated Data

Cons

⊖ Rate-Limited Free Tier
⊖ Requires API Key
⊖ Commercial Use May Need Paid Plan
⊖ No XML Support