The framework has been successfully used to create a game—Alien Attack. Throughout this chapter, the most important parts of the game were covered, along with a short explanation of why they were designed in such a way. With the source code for this game available, there is now a great project to start practicing with.
SDL Game Development
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SDL Game Development
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Overview of this book
SDL 2.0 is the latest release of the popular Simple DirectMedia Layer API, which is designed to make life easier for C++ developers, allowing you simple low-level access to various multiplatform audio, graphics, and input devices.SDL Game Development guides you through creating your first 2D game using SDL and C++. It takes a clear and practical approach to SDL game development, ensuring that the focus remains on creating awesome games.Starting with the installation and setup of SDL, you will quickly become familiar with useful SDL features, covering sprites, state management, and OOP, leading to a reusable framework that is extendable for your own games. SDL Game Development culminates in the development of two exciting action games that utilize the created framework along with tips to improve the framework.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
SDL Game Development
Credits
About the Author
About the Reviewers
www.PacktPub.com
Preface
Free Chapter
Getting Started with SDL
Drawing in SDL
Working with Game Objects
Exploring Movement and Input Handling
Handling Game States
Data-driven Design
Creating and Displaying Tile Maps
Creating Alien Attack
Creating Conan the Caveman
Index
Customer Reviews