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xVent

Hello guys , what do you suggest to a newbie to start with(every kind of game) ? which engine , 2d , 3d? anything is appreciated

NoodlePowa

Try making a text-based RPG, if you haven't already. Then, try out Lazyfoo's tutorials:
http://lazyfoo.net/SDL_tutorials/index.php

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KXMoon

If you're going to make an mmo, make it from scratch. Don't use engines, they get hard to use, overcomplicated, and is always someone elses. If you make it yourself, you'll be able to understand it better and proudly call it your own.

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xVent

Hi , what do you mean by that?


@KXMoon , im still newbie and im learning C++ atm


I would like to create a simple game .. from the most simple which can be done ... i just cant find many programs to help me started ...

NoodlePowa

It's very good that you recognize you're still learning, and you want to create a simple game, instead of wanting to jump in and create the next big MMORPG.

By a text-based RPG, I mean an RPG based on text . For example:


A wild raptor has appeared!
1) Attack
2) Items
3) Escape
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Then, the player can input a number from 1 to 3 and the game will handle it appropriately.


Now, as for the programs you'll need, try Microsoft's free Visual Studio Express: http://www.microsoft.com/express/vc/

As for a learning resource, http://www.cplusplus.com/doc/tutorial/ should be simple enough. If you've got more questions, just reply here.

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xVent

@NoodlePowa , i really appreciate your help , i already have the Visual Studio Express and learning stuff there ...

ill check your link for the tutorials , thanks.


Any other help is appreciated

xVent

I created a text based RPG , it was easy though .... with what do you suggest to start over 3d ?

NoodlePowa

3D already? Have you made a 2D game yet?

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xVent

no , i wanna start slow till 3d , i want to create a 2d , any suggestions about programs ... to use ..

BTW , i tried dark gdk for 3d .... hmm its good , but still a lot of questions ..

lets stick to 2d for now

NoodlePowa

You have a variety of options:

SDL — This relatively simple library that we usually point beginners to. There are some great tutorials at http://lazyfoo.net/SDL_tutorials/index.php

OpenGL — This is a cross-platform API that can handle both 2D and 3D. It is managed by a non-profit organization. There are tutorials here: http://nehe.gamedev.net/

DirectX — This API is restricted to the Windows platform, and can handle both 2D and 3D. Here are some tutorials: http://www.directxtutorial.com/

Allegro — This library supports 2D, and is cross-platform. Tutorials: http://www.loomsoft.net/resources/al...ltut_index.htm


HGE — 2D. http://hge.relishgames.com/

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