Game Design Essentials
Game Design Essentials is an easy-to-follow primer on the fundamentals of digital game design. As the mobile market rapidly evolves, digital game creation is soaring, with revenues surpassing those of the film industry. This guide provides essential skills for storyboarding, character creation, environment design, level design, programming, and testing. With a focus on current systems, genres, and gameplay styles, it teaches you how to design for various platforms including console, PC, handheld, and mobile.
This full-color guide offers newcomers a solid foundation in digital game design. It covers key design concepts, gameplay navigation, and production pipelines, making it the perfect introduction for aspiring game artists. Learn about game types, core components like story and characters, and the importance of audio and sound effects in game creation.
Book Overview
Author: Briar Lee Mitchell
Publisher: Sybex
Publication Date: March 23, 2012
Game Design Essentials is crucial for anyone looking to understand the art and technology fundamentals of digital game design in the 21st century.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Core components of game design including story, characters, and props.
- Understanding the game design production pipeline from start to finish.
- Techniques for building levels, interfaces, and a Game Design Document (GDD).
- Interviews with industry professionals providing real-world insights.
- Step-by-step tutorials with four-color screenshots and illustrations.
- Downloadable support files for enhanced learning.
Why This Book Matters
Game Design Essentials is significant for its comprehensive overview of the digital game design landscape. It equips readers with the necessary tools, theories, and techniques to succeed in this exciting field. By learning from industry experts and engaging with practical exercises, readers can develop a strong foundation in game design.
Book Details
| Format | |
|---|---|
| File Size | 17.6 MB |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 322 |
| Publisher | Sybex |
| Publication Date | March 23, 2012 |
| ISBN-10 | 1118159276 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1118159279 |
| Customer Rating | 4.3 / 5 (9 reviews) |
Device Compatibility
This digital download is compatible with various devices including computers, tablets, and smartphones. You can access it instantly after purchase.
FAQ
- Is this an instant download? Yes, you will have immediate access after purchase.
- Is there a physical copy available? No, this is a digital product only.
- What formats are compatible? This book is provided in PDF format.
Explore the essentials of game design with this comprehensive guide and enhance your skills in the digital gaming industry.
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