Essay - draft

Choice of game engine and programming language must be well deliberated. Those factors must fit to the gaming platform, technology, genre and graphics style. Some game engines are better for first-person shooters, another for isometric racing, another for 2D turn-based strategy and point-and-click adventure games. Also, some technologies implemented on a game engine may be insufficient for project requirements, not support DX12 instructions, and have no native 3D rendering or Ray Tracing support. 

Programming languages also have their limitations, for example, GML works in sandbox mode, and the programmer has no access to other files on the hard drive. Not every engine is multiplatform, that means compile output executable files that may not compatible with the current platform. 

The game programmer has to describe events during the game. For example, when on keyboard arrow key is pressed personification moves 2 units forward, or an artificial intelligence which means what the enemy tank will do when collide with a wall, or sword collide with a NPC.

There are thousands of programming languages, however the most popular programming language in game industry is C++. 

In conclusion, programming is the core and the most important of game development. It is the first step to choosing the most suitable game engine and programming language to complete the project and fulfill its goals. Without programming, it is not possible to create a fully working video game, game logic, all events, and conditions. C++ is the best multiplatform solution.

References

Adams, Ernest. (2014). Fundamentals of game design (Third Edition). Berkeley, CA: New Riders, 

Essay - Conclusion

In conclusion, programming is the core and the most important of game development. It is the first step to choosing the most suitable game engine and programming language to complete the project and fulfill its goals. Without programming, it is not possible to create a fully working video game, game logic, all events, and conditions. C++ is the best multiplatform solution.

Source: Top 20 C++ Projects With Source Code [2022 Update] - InterviewBit

Essay - Introduction

Choice of game engine and programming language must be well deliberated. Those factors must fit to the gaming platform, technology, genre and graphics style. Some game engines are better for first-person shooters, another for isometric racing, another for 2D turn-based strategy and point-and-click adventure games. Also, some technologies implemented on a game engine may be insufficient for project requirements, not support DX12 instructions, and have no native 3D rendering or Ray Tracing support. Programming languages also have their limitations, for example, GML works in sandbox mode, and the programmer has no access to other files on the hard drive. Not every engine is multiplatform, that means compile output executable files that may not compatible with current platform. 

The game programmer has to describe events during the game. For example, when on keyboard arrow key is pressed personification moves 2 units forward, or an artificial intelligence which means what the enemy tank will do when collide with a wall, or sword collide with a NPC.

There are thousands of programming languages, however the most popular programming language in game industry is C++. 

Ethics - Piracy

 

Which commandment(s) do you think are appropriate to or could influence your project?

"Thou shalt not use or copy proprietary software for which you have not paid."

Why?

Work other people must be paid.

Do you have an opinion on which are the most important?

When people do not pay for software that has a negative impact on the whole industry.

Source: Piracy Music Venice

How can we enforce them?  Can we?

Piracy exists as long as computers exist. Software publishers can just make it harder.

Can legislation keep up with the ever-changing world of the internet?

Governments will update their laws, however, there will be always people who do not follow them.

Initial Project Plan (Gann's Chart)

Initial idea 1

 

Initial idea 1

Game Design according to Adams (2014) is the most important part of process of creating a video game. Designer must specify the main goals of project on pre-production stage in documentation. Those agreements cannot be changed in next stages of production. Documentation describes the idea of the game including rules, world, type of personification, graphic and sound style, camera.

Image source: Every Video Game Release in November 2022 - Gaming Ideology

References: Adams, E. (2014). Fundamentals of game design (Third Edition). Berkeley, CA: New Riders.

One of the First Video Game - Brief History - Major Project

Pong (1972)

Source: https://bigdogmountainlife.wordpress.com/

Space Invaders (1978)

Source: www.capitalvideogames.com

SpaceWar! (1962)

Source: Pin on Star Trek Wishlist/Coolstuff (pinterest.com)

Game Design - Introduction - Major Project

Game Design comprises of story, levels, characters, music, and graphic design. This is essential to develop a proper video game. 

Image source: https://www.gamedesigning.org/engines/gml/

Image source: https://www.mographmentor.com/tips-tricks/abstract-motion-design-in-blender-3d/

Video game designers must know the player's mind very well, to guide players where to go and also what to do without directly telling them that.

Graphic Design must be clear and provide information readable to the user. People the most pay attention to how the game looks like. Visual aspects attract more players.

Image source: https://distresscalls.tumblr.com

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Level Design must be deliberate. Empty buildings and corridors without any objects are boring.

Image source: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/

14-mobile-games-that-are-totally-hardcore/2900-21/

Character Design must be interesting. People may mistakenly recognize the character thinking about another game or movie.

Image source: https://www.blendernation.com/2017/03/03/

blender-3d-character-design-class-near-munich-dusseldorf-germany/

Music and Sound Design is making your game more exciting. In certain moments music must be calm and peaceful. In another case must be fast and prepare gamers to fight.

Image source: How Technology and Computers Help 

in Pursuing Music Education? - Themira

Storytelling is an essential thing if your game has a plot. Some simple games do not require any story. However, the modern game should contain a reliable story and dialogues. Predictable tales are boring, and gamers may abandon your game.

Image source: https://www.dreamstime.com/photos-images/

branding-single-word.html

References: Adams, E. (2014). Fundamentals of game design (Third Edition). Berkeley, CA: New Riders.

Software/Hardware Skills

 I know very well graphic design programs like:

• Photoshop
  
• Blender

I know programming languages

    just a basics:

• C++
• C#
• HTML
• PHP
• 
  CSS

and GML (Game Maker Language) very well.

Introduction Post

 I choose DMU because it is great university, offer great opportunities to widen knowledge and gain necessary experience.

I study Video Games Programming, DMU can help to develop necessary skills to reach my goals and become a professional independent game developer or lecturer on university.

I want to master Unity and Unreal Engine.

Welcome Post

I am from Poland, but I live in Newark. 

I am just starting my Foundation Year in DMUIC.

I like:

• running,
• cycling
• computing

When I was 5, I have seen a computer in a TV show the first time. I was excited. 

When I was young I was repairing computers... 

And this is how my computer adventure started.

about me

I am studying at DMU International College. Next year I will study Video Games Programming. I hope so.

I know little bit on every aspect of computing, but I am not a specialist. The best GML Programming, Photoshop and Blender.  

 

Hello!

My First Day on DMU.

WOW!