Articles related to "Game Development"

The IsoWorld cross-platform isometric game development program by SpriTec has not been supported since 2004. Is it still a viable game engine for isometric RPG creation?

Game development programming in Java has never been easier since the publication of David Brackeen's Developing Games in Java. Read on to find out why.

Smaller game development companies got some good news today as Nintendo announces its plans for the digital distribution of small-scale original games early next year.

Michael Duggan teaches teens and adults alike how to make computer games with Torque game development software in this book on video game programming.

The Game Creators claim their FPS Creator can create a first person shooter game without any programming. Does this game engine live up to their claims?

Wintermute is a free 2D adventure game maker which provides an interface for developing graphical point and click video games in the style of Myst and Monkey Island.

Bored with PC or Xbox games? Nothing exciting coming out? Microsoft is now giving everyone the chance to do something about it with XNA Game Studio Express.

Microsoft is offering a brand new initiative, DreamSpark, a suite of professional level developer software to college students, for free.

Information technology is evolving and employers seek graduates who specialized in computer technology degrees and certificates to meet real world applications.

Mastering Unreal Technology: The Art of Level Design offers a comprehensive guide to creating games using the Unreal Game Engine or the Unreal Tournament Editor.

Jason Darby's book, Picture Yourself Creating Video Games, demonstrates making video games with the Games Factory 2 by Clickteam.

With clocks, watches, and printed calendars, people could separate work- from playtime, which ensconced recreation as a vital component of modern life.

Learn how to make video games using the Game Maker engine with The Game Maker's Apprentice, a book written by Game Maker creator Mark Overmars.

Once the 3D game creation tool of choice, has Garage Game's Torque Game Engine remained cutting edge, or are those Triple-A features all things of the past?

The Blade Engine is a free easy to use visual novel 2D game maker that supports simple scripting to create story driven video games using text, images and sound.

RenPy is a free easy to use cross-platform visual novel game engine with Python support that can be used to create story driven video games using images, text and sounds.

We're addicted to video games because they're fun, competitive, and satisfying. Here are the social benefits of video games & info about new activity oriented video games

Michael Duggan demonstrates the easy way to make 3D games with Conitec's 3D Game Studio game authoring software.

Looking for a great Video Game Blog to keep up with video game industry news, video game jobs, reviews, previews? Then check out this list of the top 5 video game blogs.

Interested in becoming a video game designer or designing your own game? Learn how to write concise, interesting game pitches and ideas in this game design guide.

Planning of and coordination for a high school Math Fair in 2009 takes time. Begin that planning soon. Elementary and middle schools need to begin planning, as well.

Dedicated spriting software such as Graphics Gale, Pro Motion and Pixen make creating 2D pixel art and animated game sprites easy.

With over 75 thousand registered users, Mark Overmar's 2D game making software Game Maker promises a simple game creating experience. How simple is Game Maker really?

Learn how to model, texture, rig and animate game art in Autodesk Maya with Michael McKinley's excellent guide to 3D modeling.

With more and more developers programing games for cellphones, you could be holding the next big video game system in your hands right now

13 years after its announcement, Duke Nukem Forever may have been cancelled for good.

Traffic Rush is another in a series of casual games for the iPhone by Swedish developer, Donut Games. Playing the role of a superhero traffic cop was never more fun.

Video game design schools are increasing in popularity as more gamers are going to college. Learn how to get into video game design colleges and start your gaming career

As an introduction to their educational training products, CartoonSmart provide professional high definition video tutorials for learning Flash for free.

People with good problem-solving skills, math ability, an eye for art, imagination, and with good problem solving and programming skills are on the right track

Games programming is fun for all ages. GameMaker has a user-friendly, intuitive interface and is free to download. Make your first game and share with others on the web.

Barcelona is not just a vibrant historic city. Its 4.5km of beaches are some of the finest on the Spanish coast. Here is the pick of the beast beaches around Barcelona.

It's possible to start a business dealing with food without having to prepare it. Here are a few business ideas for those passionate about food, but who don't cook.

Windows Win32 programming tutorial article for Windows programmers learning the GDI/GDI+ APIs for drawing on the screen without third party libraries like DirectX/OpenGL.

How to design, create and share games on the internet without owning Adobe Flash using free online game creation software such as Sploder!, BYOND and PlayCrafter.

Personal Development for Smart People identifies the fundamental principles applicable to all aspects of personal growth.

Lucasarts and Bioware reunite to create a new Star Wars game, the Old Republic. An MMORPG so epic, it will blow all other Star Wars games out of the water.

Portal, the college student pet project turned mainstream video game, shatters preconceptions about who designs games, how long they should be, and how funny they can be.

Computer games have become more popular in recent times due to their increased complexity and world-wide use.

This timeline traces the development of disabled sports from recreational therapy to the Paralympic Games, the pinnacle of athletic competition for the disabled.

It is hard to find cheap laptop notebooks with high-performance capabilities. A laptop lease provides a cheap laptop PC equipped with the newest hardware & software.

Studies show that certain computer games can help improve a child's literacy and numeracy. It is, therefore, the Java programmer's duty to start creating games

Games make economical and creative gifts. The following are suggestions in three age categories.

TV reviewer Charlie Brooker presents a video game version of Screenwipe series, looking at the main genres and demonisation of the growing industry within the media.

DOS gaming evokes memories of an earlier, simpler time in gaming. A nostalgic look back at some of the everlasting classics of the DOS era of PC gaming follows.

How does a freelance Flash game developer make money from games? This article highlights profit-making opportunities on the internet for Flash game designers.

2K's newest game is an excellent FPS for the solo gamer delivering an excellent story and gameplay, but falls tragically short in its online presentation.

Video game enthusiasts spend hours playing games purely for fun, but these games can also be played for cash and profit.

Mini Golf Wacky Worlds Free is a fun little mini golf game for mobile links fans. Its nine holes provide a quick challenge, making it a perfect teaser for the full game.

Competition is heating up between Apple and Google, two Silicon Valley giants as mobile computing gains popularity worldwide.