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Make Games for Playdate with Lua
A fun introduction to game programming with Lua and the Playdate SDK.
About the Book
Written in a beginner-friendly style, Make Games for Playdate with Lua guides you through how to program games for Panic's Playdate console. In each chapter you make a small game from scratch, learning the fundamentals of game programming. You'll learn how to draw shapes, play sound effects, render sprites, and handle player input. Core concepts like the game loop, framerate, and code structure are covered. By the end of the book, you'll have the skills to make your own games with Lua.
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The book's suggested price is US$14.99 but is available on a sliding scale at some retailers. A free sample of the first three chapters is available so that you can check the book out before purchasing.