Make Computer Games

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−	Are your hobbies playing computer games, coming up with new tactics to beat them, and creating universes from your mind's ensorcelled depths? There are many tools that let you make your own computer game with nothing more than these skills, although a little programming knowledge will give you more options to work with. Pick up your mouse and keyboard and enjoy the ride.	+	[[Media:Example.ogg]]Are your hobbies playing computer games, coming up with new tactics to beat them, and creating universes from your mind's ensorcelled depths? There are many tools that let you make your own computer game with nothing more than these skills, altyou the option to use programming without requiring it. Scratch! is another tool you can use for browser games.[[Image:Make Computer Games Step 2 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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−	[[Category:Video Game Creation]]	+
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−	== Steps ==	+
−	===Finding Tools===	+
−	#[[Make-a-Text-Based-Game|Make a mostly text-based game]]. This is probably the easiest type of game to make, although not everyone is interested in a game without graphics. Most text-based games focus on a story, a puzzle, or an adventure that combines story, exploration, and puzzles.<ref>http://bit.ly/31HPv9D> Here are several free options:[[Image:Make Computer Games Step 1 Version 2.jpg|center]]	+
−	#*[http://twinery.org/ Twine] is quick and easy to use in your browser.	+
−	#*StoryNexus and Visionaire add more gameplay options and static images.	+
−	#*[http://inform7.com/ Inform7] is a more powerful tool with a large community of supporters.	+
−	#Make a 2D game. [http://bit.ly/1aWhoYl GameMaker] and [http://www.stencyl.com/ Stencyl] are good options that work for any genre, and they give you the option to use programming without requiring it. Scratch! is another tool you can use for browser games.[[Image:Make Computer Games Step 2 Version 3.jpg|center]]	+
	#Try your hand at 3D games. A 3D game is a much bigger challenge than a 2D game, so be prepared for a long project and a lot of hard work. Spark and [http://bit.ly/1CQFtU4 Game Guru] and unity will save you some of this effort by letting you build the world without programming. If you already have some programming knowledge or want to start learning how to code, try the extremely popular game engine [http://unity3d.com/ Unity].[[Image:Make Computer Games Step 3 Version 3.jpg|center]]		#Try your hand at 3D games. A 3D game is a much bigger challenge than a 2D game, so be prepared for a long project and a lot of hard work. Spark and [http://bit.ly/1CQFtU4 Game Guru] and unity will save you some of this effort by letting you build the world without programming. If you already have some programming knowledge or want to start learning how to code, try the extremely popular game engine [http://unity3d.com/ Unity].[[Image:Make Computer Games Step 3 Version 3.jpg|center]]
	#*If you want to craft your own 3D models instead of using pre-made assets, you'll need 3D modeling software such as 3DS Max, Blender, or Maya.<ref> http://bit.ly/2J0z9jM>		#*If you want to craft your own 3D models instead of using pre-made assets, you'll need 3D modeling software such as 3DS Max, Blender, or Maya.<ref> http://bit.ly/2J0z9jM>
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	#*Give playtesters feedback forms so you have a record of all the information, and can easily compare and refer to it.<ref>http://bit.ly/31FO9MA> This also lets you ask specific questions about parts of the game you are unsure about.		#*Give playtesters feedback forms so you have a record of all the information, and can easily compare and refer to it.<ref>http://bit.ly/31FO9MA> This also lets you ask specific questions about parts of the game you are unsure about.
	#*The most helpful playtesters are people who don't know you, and don't feel obligated to compliment your game.<ref>http://bit.ly/2ITgjen>		#*The most helpful playtesters are people who don't know you, and don't feel obligated to compliment your game.<ref>http://bit.ly/2ITgjen>
−	#Polish the graphics and sound. While you can find many free game assets through an online search, take some time to adjust anything that looks out of place, or hunt for replacements. [[Become-a-Pixel-Artist|Learn pixel art]] if you want to adjust simple art in your 2D game, or use software such as OpenGL if you're tackling an ambitious 3D project.Add lighting effects that encourage the player to walk through the main pathway of the room, and particle effects that show off cool attacks or add movement to the backgrounds. Add sound effects for walking, attacking, jumping, and anything else that needs it.[[Image:Make Computer Games Step 11 Version 2.jpg|center]]	+	#Polish the graphics and sound. While you can find many free game assets through an online search, take some time to adjust anything that looks out of place, or hunt for rfud8uhrtgurjuiguhxjcv husdgrjxgcuet6rf
−	#* While there's always opportunities for more tweaks and playtesting, your game is ready to release as soon as the visuals and audio are up to your standards. Congratulations!	+
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−	== Related wikiHows ==	+
−	*[[Make a Flash Game]]	+
−	*[[Create a Computer Game Using PowerPoint]]	+
−	*[[Get a PC Game to Work]]	+
−	*[[Play Your Computer Games Without Any Discs]]	+
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