Strategy Game Programming With Directx 9.0 Barron, Todd

Barron, Todd

ISBN 10: 1556229224 / ISBN 13: 9781556229220

Published by Wordware Publishing, Inc., 2003

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New book. Minor wear at extremities. Some very faint storage scratches to cover. Pages as new and unread. Seller Inventory # 039617-3

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Title: Strategy Game Programming With Directx 9.0 ...

Publisher: Wordware Publishing, Inc.

Publication Date: 2003

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Fine

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Synopsis:

This book covers everything necessary for you to create a strategy game using C++ and DirectX 9.0. The book outlines the game development process and explains game mechanics, resource management, interface design, sound implementation, and more. Advanced topics include path-finding, particle system rendering, and network implementation. Features: Learn about project management tools that can help facilitate the development process; Understand the basic concepts of using tiles to handle terrain; Find out how to implement high-quality sound using the DirectSound and DirectMusic interfaces; Build your own map editor and learn how to generate random maps; Learn how to use key frames and animation sets to animate 3D objects; Discover how the A* algorithm finds the best path across your map; Create special effects such as explosions and smoke trails using particle systems.