Beginning Java Game Programming, 2nd Edition

are You Serious About Learning How To Create Real, Java-based Games For Fun And Sharing? Do You Have A Basic Understanding Of The Java Programming Language? If You've Answered Yes, Then You Are Ready To Get Started Building Web-based 2d Games From Scratch Using The Latest Version Of The Java Development Kit! Beginning Java Game Programming, Second Edition Is A Hands-on Guide That Is Perfect For Beginner-level Game Programmers Who Want To Quickly And Easily Learn How To Create Games Using Java. Written In Simple Language, The Book Teaches Each New Skill Using Engaging Tutorials, Followed By End-of-chapter Questions And Exercises To Help Reinforce What You've Just Learned. Each Chapter Builds Upon The Previous Ones, Allowing You To Repeat And Practice The Techniques Covered. You'll Begin With The Basics Of Writing A Simple 2d Game Using Vector Graphics, Move On To Utilizing Java's Advanced 2d Library To Add Animation And Sound Effects, And End By Creating A Professional, Sprite-based Game Full Of Interesting Artwork And Details That You Can Share With Others On Your Own Website! Beginning Java 6 Game Programming" teaches readers how to create an action-packed, 2-D, sprite-based game in Java that runs in a web browser. Java 6 is versatile, efficient, and secure programming language that is accessible across all platforms, and is fueling explosive growth in Java-based games. Using step-by-step instructions, the book is perfect for beginner-level game programmers who want to learn how to program games using the latest version of Java. From the basics of creating simple Java programs and writing graphics code to utilizing Java's advanced 2D library and adding sound effects and music, this book's step-by-step instructions will help you acquire all the skills you need to create a professional-quality game An introduction to game programming for the PC, Mac, and Linux systems provides detailed instructions on how to create computer games using the Java platform, including information on 2D programming, creating sound and audio effects, and advanced Sprite animation. Original. (Beginner)