Author : Alan Bridgewater
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 26,80 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780811728553
Easy-to-follow text. Helpful photographs.
Author : Alison Gazzard
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 44,27 MB
Release : 2013-05-01
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 0786467940
From the text adventures of Zork, to the arcade game of Pac-Man, to the corridors of Doom, and on to the city streets of Grand Theft Auto IV, the maze has often been used as a space to trap and confuse players in their navigation of gameworlds. However, the maze as a construction on the landscape has a long history before the invention of the videogame. By examining the change in the maze from the landscapes of open spaces and closed gardens through to the screen of the videogame, both mazes and labyrinths are discussed in terms of historical reference, alongside the author's personal experiences of walking and playing these structures. This book shows how our cultural experiences of real world maze landscapes may have changed, and how we negotiate videogame worlds along the various paths and meanings they so often create for us.
Author : Franz Lanzinger
Publisher : Mercury Learning and Information
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 38,65 MB
Release : 2019-05-14
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1683923863
You too can learn to design and develop classic arcade video games like Pong, Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Scramble. Collision detection, extra lives, power ups, and countless other essential design elements were invented by the mostly anonymous designers at the early pioneering companies that produced these great games. In this book you’ll go step by step, using modern, free software tools such as Unity to create five games in the classic style, inspired by retro favorites like: Pong, Breakout, Space Invaders, Scramble, and Pac-Man. All the source code, art, and sound sources for the projects are available on the companion files. You'll discover the fun of making your own games, putting in your own color graphics, adjusting the scoring, coding the AI, and creating the sound effects. You'll gain a deep understanding of the roots of modern video game design: the classics of the ’70s and ’80s. Features: Uses Unity, C#, Blender, GIMP, and Audacity to make five fun classic games 4-color throughout with companion files that include source code, art, and full projects (also available for downloading from the publisher by emailing proof of purchase to [email protected]) Includes historical anecdotes direct from one of the fabled Atari coin-op programmers Detailed step-by-step instructions, dozens of exercises, and rules of classic game design Contains unique insights on applying classic game design concepts to modern games.
Author : Conrad Riker
Publisher : Conrad Riker
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 43,93 MB
Release : 101-01-01
Category : Humor
ISBN :
Are you fascinated by mazes and labyrinths? Do you want to understand their origins, symbolism, and practical uses? Are you intrigued by the psychological aspects and mathematical principles behind these structures? If so, this book is for you. Mazes have been a part of human history for centuries, serving various purposes from practical to symbolic. In "Mazes: A Journey Through Their History and Impact", we delve into the origins and evolution of mazes, exploring their presence in mythology and religion, and their applications in art, architecture, and even warfare. We also examine the mathematical principles that make mazes such intriguing puzzles and discuss their psychological impact on the human mind. This comprehensive guide explores: - The world's most famous mazes, including the Cretan labyrinth and the Hampton Court Palace maze - The use of mazes in art and architecture - The role of mazes in mythology and religion - The mathematical principles behind maze design - How mazes have been used in history for practical purposes - Strategies and techniques for solving mazes - The therapeutic use of mazes for stress relief and memory improvement - Maze-solving competitions and their benefits - The future of mazes in virtual reality and digital environments If you want to satisfy your curiosity about mazes, understand their impact, and learn how to solve them, then you should buy this book today. It's a captivating journey through the history, design, and purpose of mazes that will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for these fascinating structures.
Author : Bill Loguidice
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 50,36 MB
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Art
ISBN : 1136137580
Vintage Games explores the most influential videogames of all time, including Super Mario Bros., Grand Theft Auto III, Doom, The Sims and many more. Drawing on interviews as well as the authors' own lifelong experience with videogames, the book discusses each game's development, predecessors, critical reception, and influence on the industry. It also features hundreds of full-color screenshots and images, including rare photos of game boxes and other materials. Vintage Games is the ideal book for game enthusiasts and professionals who desire a broader understanding of the history of videogames and their evolution from a niche to a global market.
Author : Friedrich von Borries
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 25,38 MB
Release : 2007-09-14
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 376438414X
Computer and video games are leaving the PC and conquering the arena of everyday life in the form of mobile applications—the result is new types of cities and architecture. How do these games alter our perception of real and virtual space? What can the designers of physical and digital worlds learn from one another?
Author : Scott Rogers
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 19,52 MB
Release : 2012-05-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1119940532
Learn to design games for tablets from a renowned game designer! Eager to start designing games for tablets but not sure where to start? Look no further! Gaming guru Scott Rogers has his finger on the pulse of tablet game design and is willing to impart his wisdom and secrets for designing exciting and successful games. As the creator of such venerable games as God of War, the SpongeBob Squarepants series, and Pac-Man World, to name a few, Rogers writes from personal experience and in this unique book, he hands you the tools to create your own tablet games for the iPad, Android tablets, Nintendo DS, and other touchscreen systems. Covers the entire tablet game creation process, placing a special focus on the intricacies and pitfalls of touch-screen game design Explores the details and features of tablet game systems and shows you how to develop marketable ideas as well as market your own games Offers an honest take on what perils and pitfalls await you during a game's pre-production, production, and post-production stages Features interviews with established tablet game developers that serve to inspire you as you start to make your own tablet game design Swipe This! presents you with an in-depth analysis of popular tablet games and delivers a road map for getting started with tablet game design.
Author : Franz Lanzinger
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 44,79 MB
Release : 2020-12-09
Category : Computers
ISBN : 100025951X
This book teaches beginners and aspiring game developers how to develop 2D games with Unity. Thousands of commercial games have been built with Unity. The reader will learn the complete process of 2D game development, step by step. The theory behind each step is fully explained. This book contains numerous color illustrations and access to all source code and companion videos. Key Features: Fully detailed game projects from scratch. Beginners can do the steps and create games right away. No coding experience is necessary. Numerous examples take a raw beginner toward professional coding proficiency in C# and Unity. Includes a thorough introduction to Unity 2020, including 2D game development, prefabs, cameras, animation, character controllers, lighting, and sound. Includes a step-by-step introduction to Unity 2019.3. Extensive coverage of GIMP, Audacity, and MuseScore for the creation of 2D graphics, sound effects, and music. All required software is free to use for any purpose including commercial applications and games. Franz Lanzinger is the owner and chief game developer of Lanzinger Studio, an independent game development and music studio in Sunnyvale, California. He started his career in game programming in 1982 at Atari Games, Inc., where he designed and programmed the classic arcade game Crystal Castles. In 1989, he joined Tengen, where he was a programmer and designer for Ms. Pac-Man and Toobin' on the NES. He co-founded Bitmasters, where he designed and coded games including Rampart and Championship Pool for the NES and SNES, and NCAA Final Four Basketball for the SNES and Sega Genesis. In 1996, he founded Actual Entertainment, publisher and developer of the Gubble video game series. He has a B.Sc. in mathematics from the University of Notre Dame and attended graduate school in mathematics at the University of California at Berkeley. He is a former world record holder on Centipede and Burgertime. He is a professional author, game developer, accompanist, and piano teacher. He is currently working on remaking the original Gubble game in Unity and Blender.
Author : Carol Hamer
Publisher : Apress
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 45,10 MB
Release : 2007-10-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1430204184
Practical Java ME Game Projects with MIDP is or will likely be the first Java games book for the newly updated and now open source Java Micro Edition (ME). And it will be first and possibly only that covers all MIDP versions 1-3. Online updates and discussions are available through the author’s well-known blog site. From a basic game to professional game projects, this book has what you need to be a mobile Java game developer (and player).
Author : Nik Lever
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 40,70 MB
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Art
ISBN : 1136144536
As a designer using Flash you will see how you can apply your creative skills to the many stages of game production and produce your own interactive games with this versatile package. Creating games for mobile devices is now also covered! As an animator you will be able to add interactive functionality to your own animation and produce a game. As a web developer you will see how to make the best use of the sophisticated development environment Flash offers for the production of both artwork and code to create low bandwidth, animated web content that sells! The free CD-Rom includes all the code and files you need to try out each tutorial from the book so you can see exactly how each game was created. Learn from the many different types of games provided as examples, from simple quizzes to platform-based games. High score tables and multi-player games using sockets, vital to higher level online games, are also covered in detail to ensure you have the complete skill set needed to succeed in this competitive arena.
