A game is only as intriguing as the characters that inhabit its world. Game Character Design Complete demonstrates each step of modeling, texturing, animating, and exporting compelling characters for ... more

If you thought Angelina Jolie was responsible for Lara Croft’s curves, think again! Long before the Hollywood actress brought the Tomb Raider heroine to life, Alias’ 3D modeling software Maya was used ...

This book is written for: * Programmers who want to create their own high-quality games * Developers and project managers who are involved in the game development process * All programmers who want to ... more

Most books on game design and development treat the topic as if designers worked in a vacuum. But in the real world, game design almost always needs to work within the constraints of time, money, hardware ... more

You might have a truly amazing idea for a game, but do you know what to do with it? Transforming your idea into an actual game can be a daunting task. You must have an understanding of game art, programming, ... more

"Game Design, Second Edition" offers a behind-the-scenes look at how a game gets designed and developed?from the day the idea is born to the day the box hits the shelves. This new edition offers information ... more

Paul Schuytema (Monmouth, IL) has been a professional game developer for over ten years and in that time spoke at the previous ten GDC conferences. He has produced and designed over twenty games. Schuytema ... more

Practical, complete coverage of game design basics from design process to production This full-color, structured coursebook offers complete coverage of game design basics, focusing on design rather ...

One of the most important but least discussed elements of a computer game is the gameplay that makes a game compelling and entertaining.

Kevin Saunders is a senior designer at Obsidian Entertainment. Previously he was lead designer and producer of Shattered Galaxy, which swept the 2001 Independent Games Festival and was recognized by ... more