This discussion focuses on creating a computer game with Nintendo-like graphics, emphasizing the use of OpenGL and SDL (Simple DirectMedia Layer) as primary tools. Participants recommend SDL for multi-platform graphics development and BlitzBasic for rapid prototyping, although concerns about its portability and cost are raised. The conversation also highlights the advantages of open-source software, particularly OpenGL, over proprietary solutions like DirectX. Additionally, users express a desire for resources on game programming, especially in AI and OpenGL.
PREREQUISITESGame developers, programmers interested in graphics programming, and anyone looking to create games with a focus on open-source tools and techniques.
True with traditional basic, however blitzbasic is not interpreted. It compiles directly to an exe, and runs pretty fast. see my post '4 physics demos'. They were written in blitz. that's fine though. I'll probably switch over to C/C++/whatevers good at the time, however, to set up something as simple as a rotating cube requires several hundred lines of code(I've tried). I have Dev-C++ (free) and Visual C++ 6.0 introductory edition (compiled exes message the user before it executes), however rarely use them. Actually, I'd appreciate it if some one could point me to free tuts/code/dlls that make it easier to do 3d stuff. I'm looking for somthing like:
void main(){
c=createcube();
while (1){
turnmesh(c,1,1,1);
Render();
}
}