Game Engineering
Game Engineering
A deep, practical guide to the systems and architecture that power modern games.
Learn the core principles of game engine architecture.
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Uncanny Valley
Debugging The Uncanny Valley
A thought-provoking look at the uncanny valley and why almost-human creations trigger discomfort, fear, and fascination.
Understand why almost-human visuals and behaviors can provoke discomfort.
Game Development
12 Games of Christmas
Learn to code by creating 12 fun Christmas-themed games, perfect for beginners and festive learning.
Gain hands-on coding experience through themed projects.
Higher Education
KPIs Across the Academic Ecosystem
Don't buy this book if you love pointless committee meetings and fuzzy mission statements. Buy it if you're tired of being evaluated by people w…
Stop wasting time on KPIs that don't matter for promotion or funding.
Computer Graphics
DirectX+HLSL/Graphics/Compute All-in-One
A practical all-in-one guide to DirectX 12, HLSL shaders, and GPU compute programming.
Gain a deep understanding of DirectX 12 and HLSL.
Game Development
Don't Wait!: Build Retro Games and Level Up Your Skills
A fun, beginner‑friendly guide to building retro arcade games and boosting your creative confidence.
Learn the basics of building retro‑style arcade games.
Game Development
Quickstart Guide to Game Design
A practical beginner’s guide to game design, focusing on small projects and core principles.
Understand the core principles of game design.
Analytics
Visualizations with Three.js
Discover how to turn raw data into interactive 3D experiences using Three.js and JavaScript.
Learn how to build 3D visualizations using Three.js.
Game Development
Beginner's Guide to Game Animation Programming
Step into the world of game animation programming with clear examples and practical guidance.
Gain a clear understanding of animation programming basics.
Game Design
7-7-7 Rule for Game Design
A practical framework that helps game creators shape mechanics and player experiences with clarity and confidence.
Learn a clear framework for structuring game ideas.
Game Design
Player Experience Design in 20 Minutes
A concise guide to understanding and shaping the emotional and cognitive journey players experience inside your game.
Learn how players perceive and interpret game systems.
Game Production
Game Production in 20 Minutes
A quick, focused guide to the processes, tools, and decision‑making that turn a game idea into a shipped product.
Understand the full lifecycle of a game project.
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