Beginning Game Development with Python and Pygame (Paperback)

Will McGugan

ISBN 10: 1590598725 / ISBN 13: 9781590598726

Published by APress, New York, 2007

Paperback. Beginning Game Development with Python and Pygame iswritten with the budding game developer in mind,introducing games development through the Pythonprogramming language and the popular Pygame gamesdevelopment library. Authored by industry veteran andPython expert Will McGugan, who most recently worked onthe MotorStorm game for Play Station 3, you'll be privyto insights that will not only help you to exploit PyGameto its maximum potential, but also make you a morecreative and knowledgeable games developer all round. This book provides an introductory resource for learning how to create compelling games using the open source Python programming language and Pygame games development library. It provides a comprehensive introduction to games development using these technologies. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781590598726

Synopsis:

Like music and movies, video games are rapidly becoming an integral part of our lives. Over the years, you've yearned for every new gaming console, mastered each blockbuster within weeks after its release, and have even won a local gaming competition or two. But lately you've been spending a lot of time thinking about a game idea of your own, or are exploring the possibility of making a career of this vibrant and growing industry. But where should you begin?

Beginning Game Development with Python and Pygame is written with the budding game developer in mind, introducing games development through the Python programming language and the popular Pygame games development library. Authored by industry veteran and Python expert Will McGugan, who worked on the MotorStorm game for PlayStation 3, you'll be privy to insights that will not only help you to exploit Pygame to its maximum potential, but also make you a more creative and knowledgeable games developer all round.

• Learn how to create advanced games by taking advantage of the popular open source Python programming language and Pygame games development library
• Learn about coding gaming preferences, sound, visual effects, and joystick/keyboard interaction
• Discover the concepts that are crucial to success in today's gaming industry, such as support for multiple platforms, and granting users the ability to extend and customize your games

About the Author: Will McGugan is a software developer living and working in northwest England. He has worked in video games and computer graphics since the early days of 3D and has created several shareware games in his spare time. Will works for Evolution Studios, one of the world's leading games development studios. He also has extensive experience in application development, having worked in the field of user interface creation and video conferencing. His current interests include application and web development in Python. Outside of work, Will enjoys juggling and cycling, although not at the same time. For more information on Will's current work and various musings, visit his blog at WillMcGugan.com.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Beginning Game Development with Python and ...
Publisher: APress, New York
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new
Edition: 1st Edition