What should I learn if I want to build games?

Question

building games

Answer 1

For a simple 2D game, Java because it has built-in tools for everything you need and runs fast enough.

For a 3D or more complex game, C++ is definitely the best option. It is very hard, but the speed advantages, massive amount of resources, and high flexibility make it ideal for AAA games.
For 2D graphics in C++, use SDL2. It offers great control and user input, basically the same capabilities as Java but with more speed so more room for lag.
For a 3D game, you have 2 options: Use a game engine, such as Unreal Engine, or a graphics library + other libraries for things like input. For this, OpenGL, GLEW, GLFW, and GLM are a good combination. This is very hard to do though.

(C# could be good too, I’ve never actually tried it for games)

Answer 2

Game Development resources

https://www.sololearn.com/discuss/625747/?ref=app

Answer 3

C++ is one of the main game creating programs.

Answer 4

Most of the learning examples you can.
If you meant actual game making (actual builds or just prototyping) the easiest way is to install a game engine (that uses the language you prefer and/or is most suitable for your game type) and go for it.
Do mind that you will use a lot of stuff that is not mentioned here.
Keep in mind that C++ might require some extra library documentation reading. Even if going with an engine, some are more barebones than others. 🤔
While some have built in compilers(unity for instance), others will need to be compiled via visual studio, gcc, etc

Answer 5

Unity runs on C# though so you might want to learn that if you will go for unity

Answer 6

the end goal is to at the very least develop mobile games with in app purchases.

Answer 7

I feel like I'm all over the place right now

Answer 8

What specifically do you want to do in game development?

Answer 9

Unity actually has really good tutorials on their website so they’re kind of all in one. Sorry to contradict you though Jayden lecorps.

Answer 10

so I have a lot of studying to do. this feels like pulling teeth sometimes

Answer 11

thanks!

Answer 12

Definitely C++

Answer 13

Game engines such as unity are extremely helpful for game development I myself just started their free version.

Answer 14

I hope all of this helps

Answer 15

I just finished downloading unity so I’ll see how it goes.

Answer 16

I hope you succeed. And remember if you have a problem just ask. Someone will be able to help

Answer 17

how would I implement what I learn though? just build in a command prompt and go?

Answer 18

You will have to pay once you start actually making money though. Just make sure you read it all before you decide what to download. Good luck!