Beginning C++ Game Programming: Learn C++ from scratch and get started building your very own games

• [*] This book offers a fun way to learn modern C++ programming while building exciting 2D games
• [*] This beginner-friendly guide offers a fast-paced but engaging approach to game development
• [*] Dive headfirst into building a wide variety of desktop games that gradually increase in complexity
• [*] It is packed with many suggestions to expand your finished games that will make you think critically, technically, and creatively

• [*] Get to know C++ from scratch while simultaneously learning game building
• [*] Learn the basics of C++, such as variables, loops, and functions to animate game objects, respond to collisions, keep score, play sound effects, and build your first playable game.
• [*] Use more advanced C++ topics such as classes, inheritance, and references to spawn and control thousands of enemies, shoot with a rapid fire machine gun, and realize random scrolling game-worlds
• [*] Stretch your C++ knowledge beyond the beginner level and use concepts such as pointers, references, and the Standard Template Library to add features like split-screen coop, immersive directional sound, and custom levels loaded from level-design files
• [*] Get ready to go and build your own unique games!

This book is perfect for you if any of the following describes you: You have no C++ programming knowledge whatsoever or need a beginner level refresher course, if you want to learn to build games or just use games as an engaging way to learn C++, if you have aspirations to publish a game one day, perhaps on Steam, or if you just want to have loads of fun and impress friends with your creations.