computer games

"Five friends could never imagine their ordinary parents are scientists on a secret mission. When their parents go missing, they are forced into unfathomable circumstances and learn of a history that's best left unknown. Now they must race against time in search for artifacts that are thousands of years old... artifacts that hold the fate of the universe in balance."--Dust jacket.

Presents a biography of video game designer Jane McGonigal exploring her childhood, career choices, and work on alternate reality video games.

"When a kitten named Eeebs disobeys his parents, he finds himself in a strange world full of frightening creatures and fiery hazards: the Nether. He discovers he has new supernatural abilities, but will that be enough to stop the army of EnderStar, a rogue enderman set on dominating the Overworld? To save his home, Eeebs must fulfill an ancient prophecy and become the champion of the Nether"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to how games are designed and what makes a good game, and describes how readers can plan and create games of their own. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Provides a guide on how to write code that focuses on adding color to the canvas, allowing user interaction, making artificial intelligence, and more.

"Markus Persson designed his first computer game when he was just eight years old. Learn how Persson's love of computers and design helped him [make] the popular video game Minecraft"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at how to make computer games, focusing on getting started, action games, level design, and other topics.

Provides a kid-friendly guide to building in the computer game Minecraft. Discusses city planning, creating a dream house, and building other structures like waterslides and rollercoasters.

Offers aspiring Minecraft programmers step-by-step instructions on extending the game experience through programming projects that include building intelligent objects, creating alien invasions, and writing interactive games.

The author tells the story of his childhood through recollections of seven computer games.