Focussing on the independent videogames sector, this book provides readers with a vocabulary to articulate and build their games writing practice; whether studying games or coming to games from another storytelling discipline. Writing for Games offers resources for communication, collaboration, reflection, and advocacy, inviting the reader to situate their practice in a centuries-long heritage of storytelling, as well as considering the material affordances of videogames, and the practical realities of working in game development processes.Structured into three parts, Theory considers the craft of both games and writing from a theoretical perspective, covering vocabulary for both game and story practices. Case Studies uses three case studies to explore the theory explored in Part 1. The Practical Workbook offers a series of provocations, tools and exercises that give the reader the means to refine and develop their writing, not just for now, but as a part of a life-long practice.Writing for Games: Theory and Practice is an approachable and entry-level text for anyone interested in the craft of writing for videogames.Hannah Nicklin is an award-winning narrative and game designer, writer, and academic who has been practising for nearly 15 years. She works hard to create playful experiences that see people and make people feel seen, and also argues for making games a more radical space through mentoring, advocacy, and redefining process. Trained as a playwright, Nicklin moved into interactive practices early on in her career and is now the CEO and studio lead at Danish indie studio Die Gute Fabrik, which most recently launched Mutazione in 2019. Read more

Minecraft Command DictionaryThe "Minecraft Command Dictionary" is an essential guide for exploring and mastering Minecraft commands, covering all editions of the game. Organized alphabetically, it features both basic and advanced commands, complete with practical examples to enhance your understanding. Additionally, this guide includes exclusive bonus material, such as a list of special blocks and items that can only be obtained through commands — perfect for map creators and creative players looking to take their game to the next level! Read more

Ready to Dive into Python and Supercharge Your Growth & Career?Interested in Python, but afraid it might be too challenging?Thinking about taking the programming leap but don't know where to start?Are you a pro in another language but want to add Python to your toolkit?You are in the right place!You no longer have to waste your time and attention learning Python from lengthy books, expensive online courses, or very complex Python tutorials. This guide offers you an incredible and unmissable opportunity!Smart and Fast LearningThe best topics, lined up in the best order, helping you learn quickly and smartly. No information overload, just what you need to know.Say Goodbye to ConfusionWith bite-sized chunks of knowledge and easy step-by-step guidance you'll go from "What's Python?" to "Wow, I'm actually coding!" in no time.Hands-on Powerful and Fun Exercises and ProjectsPacked with selected exercises and projects to help you master what you've learned. You'll get to test your skills in real-world situations right away, like creating a weather dashboard, a simple chatbot, or a GUI application!A comprehensive book for beginners and a game changer with:Everyday Language: ditching techy jargon and speaking your languageSafety Nets: Stuck on a code? We've got troubleshooting tips and common fixes right where you need them.Aha-moments guaranteed to get your curiosity back!Here is a tiny fraction of what you'll discover:- What is Python- How to install python and what is the best distribution- What are data types and variables- How to work with numbers in Python- What operators there are in Python and when to use them- How to manipulate Strings- How to implement Program Flow Controls- How to implement loops in Python- What are Python lists, tuples, sets, dictionaries, and how to use them- How to create modules and functions- How to program according to the Object-Oriented paradigm- How to create classes- Version Control & Github- What are and how to use Inheritance, Polymorphism, Abstraction and Encapsulation- Exclusive projects and plenty of exercisesAnd much much more!This isn't just a book; it's a personal growth and career booster! Learning Python opens doors to new jobs, freelancing, and even building your own apps or games. The possibilities are endless! Whether you're a complete beginner, or a programming wizard looking to add another feather to your cap, this guide has something for everyone. Take the leap, learn from the PROS and outsmart the competition.Ready to Jump In? Your path to becoming a Python pro starts here. Don't Wait any longer! Click 'Buy Now' to Get Started!👉 With this book, you will also gain access to 4 additional exclusive resources, providing you with an extra edge:✅ Mindset Blueprint for Developers✅ Essential Coding Interview Questions✅ Mastering Productivity for Programmers✅ Python Cheat SheetDiscover how to access these resources inside the book! Read more

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Who is this book for?If you know nothing about game development, you're basically me before I started working on my first game DARQ. This book is for beginners and assumes no knowledge of game development on the reader's part.As a first-time developer with no prior experience in coding, modeling, texturing, animation, game design, etc., I managed to launch DARQ to both commercial success and critical acclaim. With $0 spent on marketing, it was featured in major media outlets, such as IGN, Kotaku, PC Gamer, GameSpot, Forbes, and hundreds of others. DARQ won numerous awards, such as The Best Game of the MIX / PAX, and received a user rating of 9 out of 10. DARQ was in the TOP 50 of the most wishlisted games on Steam before launch. It made it to the "Top Selling," "New and Popular," and "Featured and Recommended" tabs on Steam. Ultimately, DARQ became #42 Most Shared PC Video Game of 2019 (Metacritic). In this book, I describe how I did it. If you're an aspiring developer wanting to make a living from making games, this book is for you.What is the book about?The book guides you through a step-by-step process of making a commercial game. It teaches you how to learn all the necessary skills and covers various aspects of game development: mindset, preproduction, funding, business, law, development, marketing, PR, publishing, distribution, as well as pre-launch, launch, and post-launch strategies.Endorsements"Reading this book is the shortest route toward a solid understanding of how to make indie games, both from creative and business perspectives."—Quentin De Beukelaer | Game Designer of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Assassin's Creed Unity, Ghost Recon Breakpoint"There are many books on game development, but none of them address the mindset you need for success. Wlad's philosophy very much reminds me of what it was like in the early days of making games for Blizzard."—Mark Kern | Former Team Lead for World of Warcraft, Producer of Diablo II and Starcraft. "This book is a comprehensive guide to the business of game development."—Bjørn Jacobsen | Sound Designer of Cyberpunk 2077, Hitman"This book captures the process and creates a valuable resource for upcoming developers and creators alike." —Piotr Babieno | CEO of Bloober Team, Layers of Fear, Blair Witch, Observer, The Medium"This book is bursting with wisdom that will move you closer to realizing your dream."—Richard Gale | 3-time Emmy-winning directorThe foreword is written by Oscar, Pulitzer Prize, and 5-time Grammy Award-winning composer John Corigliano.CollaboratorsThe book features advice by a number of industry professionals, including:Mark Kern (former lead for World of Warcraft, producer of Diablo II and Starcraft)Quentin De Beukelaer (Game Designer of Assassin's Creed Unity and Ghost Recon Breakpoint)Bjørn Jacobsen (Sound Designer of Cyberpunk 2077 and Divinity: Fallen Heroes)Austin Wintory (Grammy-nominated composer of "Journey")Wojciech Piejko (Lead Designer of "Observer" and "The Medium")Barbara Kciuk (Narrative Designer of Blair Witch)Rami Ismail (Developer of Nuclear Throne and Super Crate Box)Dan Adelman (Biz Dev of "Chasm" and "Axiom Verge")Scott Millard (Publisher, Managing Director at Feardemic, Former Managing Director at Bandai Namco)Stephen McArthur (Video Game Attorney)Toms Martin (Video Game Investor) Read more

Minecraft: The All-in-One Crafting Encyclopedia is the ultimate guide for all players, from beginners to master crafters!Discover every Crafting Table recipe, from tools and armor to decorative blocks, redstone mechanics, and rare items. With clear explanations, an easy-to-navigate structure, and valuable tips, this book is essential for anyone looking to craft efficiently and explore the world of Minecraft like a pro.All recipes in detailOrganized by category for quick referenceTips and tricks to optimize your craftingWhether you're a builder, adventurer, or redstone engineer, this encyclopedia will be your best companion! Read more

Screech and Timothy arrived at the imposing library doors. With a determined push, Screech swung them open, revealing a vast hall adorned with bookshelves, tables, and chairs. A voice echoed from the stairs, "Who's the one that just opened the door?" It was Figure, inquisitively standing on the staircase. "It's me, Screech! Timothy's with me!" Screech called out. "Oh, alright. Make yourselves at home then!" Figure responded. The duo located a comfortable spot and settled into the inviting chairs. Read more

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The Art of Game Design guides you through the design process step-by-step, helping you to develop new and innovative games that will be played again and again. It explains the fundamental principles of game design and demonstrates how tactics used in classic board, card and athletic games also work in top-quality video games.Good game design happens when you view your game from as many perspectives as possible, and award-winning author Jesse Schell presents over 100 sets of questions to ask yourself as you build, play and change your game until you finalise your design.This latest third edition includes examples from new VR and AR platforms as well as from modern games such as Uncharted 4 and The Last of Us, Free to Play games, hybrid games, transformational games, and more.Whatever your role in video game development an understanding of the principles of game design will make you better at what you do. For over 10 years this book has provided inspiration and guidance to budding and experienced game designers - helping to make better games faster. Read more

The biggest challenge facing many game programmers is completing their game. Most game projects fizzle out, overwhelmed by the complexity of their own code. Game Programming Patterns tackles that exact problem. Based on years of experience in shipped AAA titles, this book collects proven patterns to untangle and optimize your game, organized as independent recipes so you can pick just the patterns you need. You will learn how to write a robust game loop, how to organize your entities using components, and take advantage of the CPUs cache to improve your performance. You'll dive deep into how scripting engines encode behavior, how quadtrees and other spatial partitions optimize your engine, and how other classic design patterns can be used in games. Read more

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND AN NPR BEST BOOK OF 2024 From a New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist comes The Social Network for the video game industry, a riveting examination of Blizzard Entertainment's rise and shocking downfall. For video game fans, the name Blizzard Entertainment was once synonymous with perfection. The renowned company behind classics like Diablo and World of Warcraft was known to celebrate the joy of gaming over all else. What was once two UCLA students' simple mission — to make games they wanted to play — launched an empire with thousands of employees, millions of fans, and billions of dollars.   But when Blizzard cancelled a buzzy project in 2013, it gave Bobby Kotick, the infamous CEO of corporate parent Activision, the excuse he needed to start cracking down on Blizzard's proud autonomy. Activision began invading Blizzard from the inside. Glitchy products, PR disasters, mass layoffs, and a staggering lawsuit marred the company's reputation and led to its ultimate reckoning. Based on firsthand interviews with more than 300 current and former employees, Play Nice chronicles the creativity, frustration, beauty, and betrayal across the epic 33-year saga of Blizzard Entertainment, showing us what it really means to "bleed Blizzard blue." Full of colorful personalities and dramatic twists, this is the story of what happens when the ruthless pursuit of profit meets artistic idealism.    Read more

Minecraft Advanced CommandsUnleash the full potential of Minecraft with this ultimate guide to advanced commands. Whether you're a builder, map creator, or server administrator, this book will equip you with the tools to automate, modify, and transform your world like never before. Master essential commands such as /fill, /clone, /execute, and /structure. Learn how to create powerful redstone-command integrations for traps, puzzles, and automation. Summon custom mobs, structures, and dynamic environments using advanced NBT data. Develop interactive worlds with command blocks, functions, and procedural generation. Design minigames, PvP arenas, and adventure maps with precision. With step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, and practical applications for both Java and Bedrock Edition, this book will take your command skills to the next level. Build smarter, automate faster, and create limitless possibilities in Minecraft. Read more

Are You Ready to create your own epic games? This book is your ultimate ticket to mastering Unity game development. Master Unity Faster Are you ready to turn your gaming passion into reality? This book is your ultimate guide to mastering Unity game development. No prior experience needed! Dive into the exciting world of Unity and learn step-by-step how to design captivating 2D and 3D environments, program engaging gameplay mechanics, and create stunning visual effects. Imagine building your dream games and impressing friends and potential employers with your skills. This book series equips you with the essential knowledge and hands-on practice to become a confident Unity developer. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Join the thriving game development community and bring your imagination to life. Grab your copy of this book now and embark on your journey to becoming a pro Unity developer!What you will learn After completing this book, you will be able to:Become a better game programmer.Improve your knowledge of coding and unity.Understand how to make a more complex productLearn techniques to make an RPG game more modular.Create reusable code/assets that you can employ in your own games.Create an inventory for your characters.Create dynamic and configurable dialogues for the NPCs.Create configurable quests for your games through XML.Master Unity and Programming for AllBeginners in Game Development: You will get started in game development and build a strong foundation in Unity with a step-by-step approach, teaching you the fundamentals and empowering you to confidently create your own games.Aspiring Game Designers: You will translate your creative ideas into playable games, design captivating 2D and 3D environments, and program engaging and immersive gameplay mechanics and experiencesIndie Game Developers: You will enhance your skills and optimize game performances, with this book series that will help you with advanced Unity features, optimization techniques, and industry best practices.Students and Educators: You will find a comprehensive resource for learning and teaching Unity.Career Switchers: You will be able to transition into the game development industry easily, and also acquire the necessary skills, knowledge, and portfolio-building guidance.Topics Included in this bookCreating indoors and outdoors levels procedurally.XML and XML parsing.Using XML to save information abou the game and its quests.3D Character Animation.Artificial Intelligence.Creating a Shop.Creating an Inventory.Quest Systems.Dynamic Dialogues for NPCs.Managing XPs.Unleash Your Game Development Potential Today This comprehensive book stands out with its beginner-friendly approach, step-by-step tutorials, and practical examples, ensuring you become a skilled Unity developer faster than ever.So, unlock your game development potential! Buy this book now and start creating your dream games today. Read more

The year was 1997 and Fallout: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game had just been released by Interplay.This book looks back at the entire Fallout saga, tells the story of the series' birth, retraces its history and deciphers its mechanics.The perfect book to discover and understand the origins of Fallout, with the saga's genesis and the decryption of each of his episodes !EXTRACT"The intro music and the end credits were the final main components of this hybrid post-apocalyptic/50s ambiance. Initially, Brian Fargo wanted to signal Fallout’s inspiration with Warriors of the Wasteland, by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, but when he heard The Ink Spots, he changed his mind and loved the result. The first choice was I Don’t Want To Set The World On Fire by this group of crooners from the 1930s/40s, but unfortunately the high cost made it impossible to acquire the rights. But while browsing an extensive list of tracks from the era, the team found that Maybe, by the same group, had almost the same sound-with the added bonus of being cheap! The lyrics are about a break-up, from the point of view of the person being left behind: "Maybe you’ll think of me when you are all alone/ Then maybe you’ll ask me to come back again". Leonard Boyarsky notes that, "It worked with the intro [and the ending]", referring to the ending with the betrayal and lonely exile of Fallout’s hero. "It felt like it was this genius plan we had [...] but it was only later that we decided to kick [the player] out of the Vault. I feel like this is a metaphor for the whole game: it looks like we had a better picture in mind than we did, it just came out of the things we were doing"." Read more

Are you ready to explore the exciting world of coding? Scratch Coding Made Easy for Kids is the perfect beginner-friendly guide that introduces young learners to programming in a fun, engaging, and interactive way. Using Scratch, a visual coding language developed by MIT, this book makes coding easy to understand and enjoyable to learn—no prior experience needed!This step-by-step guide helps kids build essential programming skills while working on fun projects that turn their ideas into reality. Whether they want to create animations, design games, or develop interactive stories, this book will teach them how to bring their imagination to life with code. Along the way, kids will also develop problem-solving abilities, logical thinking, and creativity, making it an excellent tool for STEM education.What’s Inside This Book?Scratch Basics for Beginners – Learn how to use blocks to create animations, games, and interactive stories.Core Coding Concepts – Understand loops, variables, conditionals, and more through fun exercises.Step-by-Step Hands-On Projects – Follow detailed instructions to build exciting animations and interactive games.Game Development – Design single and multiplayer games like Tic-Tac-Toe while learning important coding principles.Advanced Projects – Take coding skills to the next level with Firework Explosions, Snowflakes Showdown, a Kids Calculator, and the Geometry Dash Game.Debugging and Problem-Solving – Learn how to fix errors and improve projects just like real programmers.Collaboration & Sharing – Discover how to share your projects and work with other young coders.Why This Book is Perfect for Kids?Easy-to-Follow Explanations – Simple, clear instructions make coding accessible for beginners.Engaging Visuals & Kid-Friendly Design – Colorful illustrations and a fun layout keep young learners interested.Encourages Creativity & Critical Thinking – Kids will enjoy experimenting and developing their own unique projects.Supports STEM Learning – A great way to introduce kids to science, technology, engineering, and math.By the end of this book, kids will not only understand the basics of programming but will also feel confident in their ability to create and share their own projects. Whether they dream of designing their first game, animating a character, or simply exploring the world of coding, this book provides all the tools they need to get started!Get your copy today and let the coding adventure begin! Read more

Unleash Your Creativity and Master 3D Game Development!Are you ready to bring your game ideas to life? Unity All-In-One is the ultimate step-by-step guide for aspiring game developers and enthusiasts who want to create stunning 3D games while mastering Unity and C#. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, this book is packed with practical projects and clear explanations to help you level up your skills.What You'll Learn:Unity Basics: Understand Unity’s interface and essential tools to get started on your game development journey.Core Mechanics: Create interactive game environments, implement navigation, and build engaging gameplay systems.Player Interaction: Design intuitive controls, collect items, and manage scoring systems.Advanced Features: Add weapons, NPCs, animations, and dynamic difficulty levels to enhance gameplay.Adaptive Gameplay: Implement adaptive challenges and responsive game environments for a truly immersive experience.Optimization Tips: Ensure smooth performance and scalability for your game worlds.Chapter Highlights:Chapter 1 - Unity Basics: Learn the foundational tools and features of Unity, including the interface, prefabs, and manipulating objects in the scene.Chapter 2 - Introduction to C# Coding: Master essential programming concepts such as variables, loops, functions, and object-oriented programming to power your games.Chapter 3 - Game Mechanics: Develop critical mechanics like scoring, saving player progress, inventory management, collision detection, tags, loading scenes, ray-casting, and particles.Chapter 4 - 3D Animation: Explore Unity’s Mecanim animation system, finite-state machines, transitions, and triggers to bring characters to life.Chapter 5 - Building a User Interface: Create immersive UI elements like splash screens, buttons, images, and special effects to enhance user experience.Chapter 6 - AI for NPCs: Implement intelligent NPC behaviors with navigation, obstacle jumping, enemy detection, group movement, and melee combat.Chapter 7 - Adaptive Gameplay: Introduce difficulty levels, adjust NPC behaviors dynamically, and create games that adapt to player skill levels.Who Is This Book For?Beginners with no prior coding or Unity experience.Intermediate developers looking to deepen their knowledge of Unity and game mechanics.Hobbyists and indie developers eager to turn their game ideas into reality.Students and educators seeking a structured approach to learning Unity and C#.From designing simple game worlds to creating complex NPC behaviors and adaptive challenges, Unity All-In-One will guide you through every step of game development. With quizzes, challenges, and resource packs included, you'll not only build games but also the confidence to take on your next big project.Start your game development journey today—grab your copy of Unity All-In-One and bring your imagination to life! Read more