Game Development Essentials: An Introduction

by Jeannie Novak

GAME DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIALS: AN INTRODUCTION, 3E is an authoritative, industry-driven introduction to the world of game development, with updates that keep readers current and well-prepared for a successful career in the field. This book not only examines content creation and the concepts behind development, but it also give readers a background on the evolution of game development and how it has become what it is today. GAME DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIALS also includes chapters on project management, development team roles and responsibilities, development cycle, marketing, maintenance, and the future of game development. With the same engaging writing style and examples that made the first two editions so popular, this new edition features all the latest games and game technology. Coverage of 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.

Genres: Game Design, Textbooks, Programming, Gaming, Business, Games

510 pages, Paperback

First published September 9, 2004

Reviews

[Heather Decker-davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my book of choice for the Intro to Game Development course I've been teaching, as it covers all aspects of game development, including industry roles and responsibilities, and communicates key concepts and terminology in a very approachable manner, even for students just getting started!

[Rock · Rating 4 out of 5]

good foundation for what the game development world is and what its consumers want.

[Jamie Fleck · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lot of general information, but if you have been a gamer for any period of time you will already now most of it. I would like to see a more advanced book on the subject.

[John Orman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Used this textbook (3rd edition) for a game development class that I just completed. Very useful overview of all the steps necessary to design, develop, test, produce, market, and maintain video games in the real business world. Highly recommended.

[Barry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it