Hugg, Steven

Making 8-Bit Arcade Games in C

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ISBN 13:: 9781545484753
author:: Hugg, Steven
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 242
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.3 centimetres (0
Genre:: Computers, Programming, C,
Condition:: New
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Learn to create your own 8-bit arcade games using C programming language and explore the hardware of Golden Age 8-bit arcade games from the late 1970s to early 1980s. This book covers various platforms, including Midway 8080, VIC Dual, Galaxian/Scramble, Atari Color Vector, and Williams, providing a comprehensive guide on how to create video and sound for each platform. You'll use the online 8bitworkshop IDE to compile your C programs and play them right in the browser. With this book as your guide, you'll gain hands-on experience with the Z80 CPU and develop your programming skills. The book is designed to be a practical resource for anyone interested in learning about 8-bit arcade games and their development. By following along with the book's instructions, you'll be able to create your own 8-bit arcade games and experiment with different platforms and features.

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