Game Development Essentials An Introduction

by Novak, Jeannie

• ISBN13: 9781418042080
• ISBN10: 1418042080
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-08-09
• Publisher: Course Technology

Summary

Game Development Essentials: An Introduction, 2nd Edition offers a thorough and insightful introduction to the game development industry, with industry updates that will keep readers current and well-prepared for a career in the field. The book begins with a highly informative chapter on the evolution of game development, providing a historical context for later chapters, and moves on to examine content creation and the concepts behind the development of story, character, environment, level design, user interface, and sound. With the same engaging writing style and examples that made the first edition so popular, this new edition features expanded coverage of today's hottest topics - such as next-generation platforms (Xbox 360, PS3, and Wii), level design, interface design, project management, serious games, game accessibility, and online social networks. New game-related technology, development techniques, and the latest research in the field make this an invaluable resource for anyone entering the exciting, competitive, ever-changing world of game development.

Table of Contents

Setup ? The Development of an Industry: How Did We Get Here?Game Elements: Genres, Platforms & Applications

Player Elements: Market, Theory & Interactivity

Scenarios ? Creating Compelling Content: Storytelling: Building the Narrative

Characters & Objects: Building the Identity.Interiors & Exteriors: Building the World

User Interface: Building the Connection

Level Design: Building the Experience.Music & Sound: Building the Atmosphere

Strategy ? Development & Business Cycles: Pre-Production: Planning & Processing

Production: Prototyping & Playtesting.Post-Production: Maintenance & Marketing

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