Beginner's Guide to Game Animation Programming

By Kenwright

If you're completely new to game animation, this book is the perfect starting point. Learn the fundamentals of animation programming with practical C/C++ and Vulkan examples.

Pages: 412
Publication: 18 October 2025
Language: English
ISBN: 9798274958530

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Explore Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation Programming with a reading approach that gives the ideas somewhere to go. Graphics and compute APIs reward a clear view of resources, execution, and dependencies. Keep one small rendering or compute goal in mind and draw the steps it needs before extending the example.

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Game animation is at the heart of immersive experiences. This beginner’s guide introduces readers to the essential concepts of animation programming, from basic sprite handling to advanced techniques using C/C++ and Vulkan. With step-by-step examples, it demystifies the process of bringing characters and environments to life. Designed for students, hobbyists, and aspiring developers, the book builds a solid foundation for creating dynamic and engaging animations in modern games.

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