Getting Started in Android Game Development

If you're interested in developing a game for the Android platform, there is a lot you need to know. I'm the developer of Light Racer, Light Racer 3D, Antigen, Deadly Chambers and Wixel, which are currently available on the Android Market. I've also been involved with the development of about 5 other games for Android and iOS and am co-author of Beginning Android Games 2nd Edition. Android is a Java-based environment. Get the SDK The first step in getting started with the Android platform is to get the Android SDK (Software Development Kit). Learn the application architecture As tempting as it may seem to just dive right in, it's very important to understand the android application architecture. Learn the activity lifecycle The activity lifecycle is managed by the Android OS. The main loop Depending on what type of game you are writing, you may or may not have a main loop. Updating State means to manage state transitions, such as a game over, character select or next level. 3D or 2D?

Top 5 Game Development Software / Game Nacho Game Development Software is one of the most crucial elements for Game Developers. It’s also known as a Game Engine. A Game Engine is a tool that eliminates a lot of the technical aspects of making a game. Although not all games require game engines, and some developers even create their own, it is a very popular choice as it provides all the basics plus a lot of time-saving tools to build your game. Unity3d: This is hands down one of the greatest game engines. Game Maker is a neat little tool to mess around with if you’re just starting game development. So what game engines do you use?

game development - Scroll Speed Disparity Android 2D Graphics Beginners Games Programming So you want to be a games developer? One of the only things better than playing games in my opinion is creating them! Whilst it can be hard work learning to write computer games, it is also incredibly rewarding. How far you go obviously depends on your skills and motivation. Is a job in the games industry for me? Here are a few quick questions to see if you are right to work in games development: Do you love playing games? Also some definite reasons not to enter games: For the money - games developers earn a reasonable salary but it is no better than in other industries. Which role is right for me? First of all you need to determine if your desire is to design game play, create the graphics or to program games. Games Designer - comes up with the game play ideas, perhaps story line etc. Other roles do exist although they tend to be less common and / or only used at certain stages of the game. Are there many jobs available? How can I improve my chances of working in the games industry?

Setting Up An Android App Build Environment With Eclipse, Android SDK, PhoneGap (Ubuntu 11.04 Version 1.0 Author: Falko Timme <ft [at] falkotimme [dot] com> Follow me on Twitter Last edited 06/22/2011 This tutorial describes how you can set up an development environment for building Android apps on an Ubuntu 11.04 desktop using Eclipse, the Android SDK, and PhoneGap. I do not issue any guarantee that this will work for you! 1 Preliminary Note I will not explain how to develop an Android app using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Tutorial: A simple Twitter client with JQTouch In fact, I'm using a slightly modified version of the Twitter client described in the link to build a Twitter app in this tutorial. I'm working with the Ubuntu Classic desktop here (GNOME); the steps should almost be identical if you use Unity. 2 Installing Eclipse And Prerequisites For The Android SDK/PhoneGap First open a terminal (Applications > Accessories > Terminal): Eclipse and the prerequisites for the Android SDK and PhoneGap can be installed as follows: sudo apt-get install lib32stdc++6 ia32-libs android

I want to be a game developer... now what? With people looking to get into game development the same questions come up over and over, so I’ve opted to put my thoughts on the subject in one place and to compile a list of resources for new developers. Those questions? “I want to learn game programming, what language should I use?” “Should I use an engine, or create my own?” “What library/tools should I use"?” “Now what?” I will try to address all of these questions and more in the following post. For those of you that like skipping ahead to the last page in a novel, these links are for you! … the C++ question. Let me get the 800lb gorilla out of the way first of all. Alright, back to the whole C++ question. Don’t get me wrong, I totally understand why you want to go with C++, I’m just as guilty. Again, these are just my opinions ( and those of the vast majority of people that went down this road themselves! Now, if you did in fact make the decision to go ahead with C++, for the love of all that is holy, DO NOT USE DevC++. Do something.

How To Create Your First iPhone Application - Smashing Magazine Update: 01/10/2012: The original version of this article by Jen Gordon was published in August 2009. It was thoroughly revised and updated by the author and published in September 2012. Update: 01/10/2012: The original version of this article by Jen Gordon was published in August 2009. It was thoroughly revised and updated by the author in September 2012. — Editorial Team Since the iTunes App Store launched in 2008, over 500,000 apps have been approved by Apple, and thousands more app ideas are scrawled on napkins across the world every day. Be sure to check out our previous articles: The good news is anyone can make an iPhone app, it’s just a matter of knowing the series of actions you need to take to make it happen. More after jump! What Is Your Goal? The first thing to look at when embarking on any product development or entrepreneurial venture is your goals for the project. Let’s look at an example. Here are some examples of project goals: What Are Your Expectations? Where Do I Begin?

Rob Miles - C# Yellow Book The C# Yellow Book is used by the Department of Computer Science in the University of Hull as the basis of the First Year programming course. You can download your own copy from here. We give away a free printed copy to students when they arrive in the department, and we also give a copy away to anyone who comes to see us on an Open Day. This is the 2014 version of the book, the Rubber Duck edition. The material in the Yellow Book is Copyright (c) Rob Miles and the University of Hull 2014. If you find any mistakes in the text (it has been known) then I would be most grateful if you could send me an email to foundamistake@robmiles.com so that I can put it right. If you want to print out copies for use in class teaching then that is fine by me, as long as: The printed copies are sold at cost price.They have a cover with something yellow on it. Kindle Version There is now a Kindle version of the text available. Translations

Unity Course Start Here (Free) How do I get WBS Certified? Here’s how you can receive the ‘Walker Boys Studio Course Certificate in Unity Game Development’ and a WBS Certificate image for your website. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. That is it. Remember, this program is designed for the motivated, the talented and above all, the amazing…YOU. Work hard, make us proud, and show us that free online training and education is completely possible! Let us know if you have any questions. Thank you and God bless, Chad and Eric Learn Unity 3D Game Engine | Game Development Blog