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3D Game Programming With Directx 8.0
by Clayton Crooks
ISBN: 1584500867
ISBN-13: 9781584500865
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Charles River Media Published date: 2001 Edition: 1th edition Size: 7.5 x 9 inches Weight: 1.75 pounds Pages: 382
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3D Game Programming with DirectX 8.0
Clayton E. Crooks
Charles River Media; , 2002. Hardcover,ex-library, with usual stamps and markings, in good all round condition. Ships within 24 hours. 450pp., 950grams, ISBN:1584500867" . ( more information) Offered by Anybook Ltd (United Kingdom)
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3D Game Programming With Directx 8.0 (Game Development Series) (Game Development Series) (Qty: 9)
Clayton E Crooks; Clayton, II Crooks
Charles River Media, 2001. Paperback. Using DirectX 8.0, this book and CD-ROM covers every aspect of a game project cycle including developing music, sound effects, 2D and 3D graphics, and the programming of a first person shooter game. Written for beginner to intermediate level programmers and/or designers, this invaluable resource provides models, complete source code, and all the tools needed to create a complete game. The program used throughout is DirectX 8.0, an engine that can be used by Visual Basic developers and still maintain excellent frame rates. The book explores the creation of graphics and provides the skills and software needed to complete a project, so it is a ?must-have? for anyone with the desire to design 2D or 3D games with DirectX 8.0. ( more information) Offered by Junic Resources (United States)
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Charles River Media. PAPERBACK. 1584500867 New with very slight shelf wear from time on shelf (like you'd see at a major chain). We ship daily, provide personalized customer service and want you to have a great experience purchasing from us. Thank you for your consideration. . New. ( more information) Offered by BennettBooksLtd (United States)
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