Epilogue
The game is over and the book is done. I’ve had a lot of fun traveling down this path with you, and I hope that what I have taught you will help you reach new limits in game programming and in life. I know this sounds cliché, but really, I want you to use your new knowledge to make some new games!
Let’s talk about the future of game programming—namely, yours. If you enjoyed what we have done with this book, you should know that there is a heck of a lot more out there to learn. Play around with the compiler and the Blitz3D language and create your own games. Believe me, the best way to get better is to practice.
Blitz3D is an excellent language for learning programming. Now that you have the necessary skills for basic programming, you will understand a lot more if you choose to move on to other languages. Some concepts, such as loops and functions, have been hammered into your head in this book, and it won’t be nearly as hard to understand them when doing the same in a different language.
As you well know, life is simply a maze of paths, and each choice you make leads you down a path you have to follow. Choose to continue programming, choose to continue making games, choose to enjoy what you are doing, or don’t. It’s that simple.
Anyway, my tirade is over. I want to hear from you, however! I will gladly help with any games or programs that you create. Simply e-mail me the program at:
I want you to go to my website and join the community! You can find forums that talk about this book also.
Lastly, if you liked this book, make sure you review it on amazon.com! It really helps sales! (Tell your friends also.)
Oh yeah, one more thing. Make sure you check out my other books. Web Design for Teens teaches you how to make websites, and How to Succeed as a Lazy Student will help you learn how to succeed in school without doing any work. Game Programming for Teens 3rd Edition, also written by yours truly, allows you to make 2D games for all platforms: PC, Mac, and Linux. Keep your eye out for other things I will be putting out.
I would love to hear from you, so don’t hesitate to e-mail me. Heck, just e-mail me and say hi, if you want.
“The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn’t exist. And like that, *whoosh*, he’s gone.”
That’s it from me. Maneesh Sethi, signing out.