Carry out the pre-planning, design, and programming of role playing
games (RPGs) using the popular GameMaker: Studio in this very practical
and fun book. Author Ben Tyers teaches you how to create a story or
plotline for the RPG, apply aesthetics, and develop core and extended
gameplay.
Using Learn RPGs in GameMaker: Studio, you can design and build your
own RPG using the GameMaker: Studio platform. Build your first game
application and deploy in an app store, on Facebook, or just on a PC.
Maybe, even, make a few bucks.
What You'll Learn
- Use the GameMaker: Studio platform to design and build a role playing
game
- Create a story for game design purposes, using a plot line and
defining characters
- Discover the impact of aesthetics on art style, character separation,
scene development, sound design and views
- Master core gameplay elements such as battles, exploration, scoring,
and endings
- Work with extended gameplay elements such as collectibles, quirks,
management, and saving
- Employ the various core and extended gameplay elements as appropriate
to your RPG
Who This Book Is For
Game designers or developers looking to design and build their first
role playing game using the GameMaker: Studio platform.
