If you want to learn the craft of making computer games, then you've come to the right place. This book, and companion CD, provide all you need to create your own games for Microsoft Windows using Game Maker. It introduces
beginners of all ages to the art of creating computer games. All the graphics, sound effects, and music you'll need are included to put together no less than nine professional-looking games! Game Maker allows you to begin creating games almost immediately, using a simple drag-and-drop system that makes learning to program much easier than traditional programming languages. This book brings together the expertise of Game Maker's creator with a former professional game developer to present a complete guide to designing and programming games that are fun to play. The authors' passion and enthusiasm for game development really shine through in The Game Maker's Apprentice, and you'll soon discover that the process of creating games can be just as fun as actually playing them!

MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: PC Running Windows 98SE or Above, CD or DVD-ROM Drive, 32MB DirectX-Compatible Graphics Card, DirectX-Compatible Sound Card, DirectX 8 or Above.

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