how do you create a video game?
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Lots of coding (programming) and computer graphics and planning. I suspect that there are getting to be very sophisticated tools to enable programmers to create fancier games with less effort, but it is still a lot of effort, and requires great technical skills. Development of the tools probably requires a lot of mathematics and physics knowledge.
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Do you want to concentrate on computer-based rpgs or just in writing the stories for the games? \n\nIf you want to get into game design, take a look at  current job openings at some of the game companies; look for the job title(s) you want, and see what the educational requirements are for those positions.  That will give you a good idea.\n\nYou might consider a major in Computer Programming with a minor in Literature or Communications.  It would be a good combination if your goals change or if you want to pursue different careers later on. \n\nYou could also look into the many new "game design" programs that are popping up lately, and see what they offer for an idea of how to build a personalized curriculum for whatever college you're attending, or plan to.
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Have your seen the "Game Programming Beginners Guide" http://www.gamedev.net/reference/programming/features/davegpg/\nI not used this class library, but you should look for a \ngame class library. \nTheatrix: A C++ Game Class Library\nhttp://www.ddj.com/184409695
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DarkBASIC - The Ultimate 3D Games Creator?\nhttp://darkbasic.thegamecreators.com/\n\nhttp://www.matedit.com/novice1.htm\nhttp://www.robsite.de/tutorials.php?tut=darkbasic\nhttp://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/DarkBASIC_Programming\n\n\nhttp://darkbasic.thegamecreators.com/?f=tutorials
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A fun program to work with \nhttp://www.gamemaker.nl/
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You'd need knowledge of programming languages like Java, C++, and other GUI based programs to create a game. Extensive knowledge, I mean like years of studying Java.\n\nI reccommend starting with C first if you're new to programming. It will be fairly easy if you get a good book, but you should master C, then C++ (an extension of C, so it'll be easier) which will help you make basic command line and interface programs.\n\nThen go to HTML for web programming, it's really easy you could pick up basic HTML in a week.\n\nThen learn Java. This is harder: get some books, read up, then get books on Java game programming to learn about sprites.
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There are many freeware games and shareware games that you can play as much as you want.They are made by hobbiests and students or someone wanting you try a sorta demo.Go look do a search for the freeware files.It is a website that offers free software and they have a games section look there.Go to download.com they have many freeware tittles and some trail stuff too.So look at the limits on the software.As well try freeware home too.\nThese are the the better game sites\nwww.caimen.com\nwww.acidplay.com
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why are you dreaming that?  get a video game!
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Game designing and development is probably the toughest of all programming skills. In order for you to proceed, I'd suggest you concentrate on the following:\n\no A very sound grasp over C++\no Microsoft DirectX SDK\no OpenGL graphics API\no 3D modelling/rendering/animation software such as 3D Studio Max (after all you'll be designing game levels and 3D animated models to manipulate with your gaming engine)\no Adobe Photoshop to assist in the design process\n\nIt's good that your maths and physics are good and they'll certainly help you along the way. But consider the above as your priorities in given order and proceed.\n\nTry producing something that could show you have a spark for the feild and then try to join a game development company as a trainee. They will teach you much more than any University. Good luck.
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I made up this game in college, and we just played it at my wedding shower, and it was a HIT!!!\n\nBasically, you need a camera with a self-timer.  Now hit the self-timer button and everyone has 10 seconds or so to run around the room, grab anything they want and come back and pose for the camera.  You can have a table set up with a whole bunch of silly props, and someone in charge can call up 4 or 5 people at a time, and it really is a HOOT!!!\n\nGood, wholesome fun!  And some great and funny memories with the pictures.\n\nHave fun!!
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Development stage#Beta, in computer software and video game development
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I can design some for you if you have an idea, they are not generally available, but desiners like me want to help people out by making them.\n\nGoto gamefreakuk.conforums.com, signup and contact me (admin) and i will design one for you.
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First, you need to know a programming language.  Many games are written in C.  Next you will have to brush up on your graphics arts skills and if you want CGI (pixar-like) animation you will also have to learn about rendering.\n\nAs far as being free, there are some pieces of software out there.  Google for a free C compiler and also free rendering tools.\n\nBeyond that you need knowledge and an in-depth plan.  Writing computer games is very difficult.  Even bad games can take months to years to design.  You really need to learn about project lifecycle management.\n\nMy suggestion is practice by making something small like a tic-tac-toe game.  I know this sounds stupid, but it will show you what goes into planning for a game.  There are many books about game planning.  I would suggest you go to your local Barnes abd Noble and read one.  Find a chair there and bring a pad and paper you will be taking alot of notes.\n\nRemember it takes more than a great idea to make this work.  Good Luck.
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Given your age and probably limited resources, I suggest checking out Python and the PyGame web sites.  The language is free, Python is a script, and there are lots of helpful people in the Python community.\n--\nTAZ
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I have come across the site below that has a whole section talking about creating the main menu in dark basic. This should get you started in the right direction. I hope you have some good reference books on Dark Basic if you are going to create a game, you will need it. :)\n\nEnjoy the article.
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You gotta start from game programming as such... game designing will require some skills you would polish being a game programmer first... graphics and animation studios are the ones you first start with... then it shall follow character making... and visual effect training... \n\nsome resources for you\nhttp://www-cs-students.stanford.edu/~amitp/gameprog.html \nand \nhttp://gpwiki.org/
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Go to thegamecreators.com\nThey have fps creator, darkbasic professional.\nfps creater can make 3g game easy.