Published by: APRESS
Author: Silva, J; Sedlak, J
Number of pages: 442
Group: XNA
ISBN: 1430209798/9781430209799
User level: Programmer - Int/Adv
Objective: Reference
Date Published: September 2008
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Building XNA 2.0 Games: A Practical Guide for Independent Game Development is an in–depth and exclusive look into the entire XNA game development process and includes the creation of a software game masterpiece. James Silva guides you through the process he took to build his award–winning title from concept to reality. He reveals tips and techniques for creating a polished, high–quality game with very few resources, while bridging the gap between coding and art.

This title shows software developers the following:

* The creation of a polished game from start to finish
* Design philosophies
* Next–gen 2D graphics, including shaders
* Techniques for fast, fluid game play
* XACT Audio and XInput
* Eye–catching particle effects for visual stimulation

The book is packed full of code, pictures, and valuable insights into XNA game development.