Book Details
- ISBN: 978-1501018398
- Published: January 1, 2015
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Programming Game Programming
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Computational Game Dynamics: Principles & Practice
About This Book
Game dynamics has become increasingly important over the past few decades with the growth of computational power and the need to develop more realistic, engaging, and interactive environments. Computational Game Dynamics: Principles & Practice, presents an introduction to dynamic simulations for real-time gaming environments. We show simplified implementation examples in conjunction with key theoretical concepts to help the readers gain a practical understanding, while outlining pitfalls and engineering challenges. The readers are acquainted with basic principles all the way through to testing and coding practices. Numerous illustrations and explanations of working situations are presented to help the readers grasp particular fuzzy and thought-provoking topics. The book is organised into eight chapters that present a beginners introduction to core theories and their application in real-world physics-based problems that include collision detection, particles, rigid bodies, multi-body dynamics, and vector mathematics. Each chapter features simple examples that show the main ideas and procedures, as well as straightforward problems to facilitate learning and help the readers build a practical problem solving skills.
Key Features
- Comprehensive coverage of Books topics
- Practical examples and real-world applications
- Clear explanations suitable for beginners and experts
- Latest trends and techniques in the field
- Exercises and challenges to test your knowledge
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What Readers Are Saying
Sarah Adams
Literary Critic
As a scholar in the field of simulation, I find this volume to be an indispensable resource. The author's treatment of complex topics is both rigorous and accessible, making it suitable for classroom use as well as independent study. I highly recommend this book to anyone serious about mastering this subject.
Posted 27 days ago
User244
Verified Purchase
I completely agree with Sarah Adams's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
Posted 5 days ago
Emma Lee
Author
This book changed how I think about simulation. The author has a gift for making complex ideas feel simple and approachable. It's rare to find a technical book that's this enjoyable to read.
Posted 22 days ago
User216
Verified Purchase
I completely agree with Emma Lee's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
Posted 8 days ago
James Brown
Computer Science Professor
Clear, concise, and full of practical advice.
Posted 20 days ago
Sophia Adams
Book Blogger
As a scholar in the field of simulation, I find this volume to be an indispensable resource. The author's treatment of complex topics is both rigorous and accessible, making it suitable for classroom use as well as independent study. I highly recommend this book to anyone serious about mastering this subject.
Posted 29 days ago
Sophia Adams
Historian
This book changed how I think about simulation. The author has a gift for making complex ideas feel simple and approachable. It's rare to find a technical book that's this enjoyable to read.
Posted 14 days ago