How to develop into the field of game-programming for android?

Android Programming (3rd Edition) General Book Discussion
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I have read the Android Programming and acquired a lot from it. Now I want to go ahead to the field of game-programming for android. But I don’t know which books I should read.

So can someone recommend me a book or a book-list that would useful for the people who hasn’t known anything about it ever before. Thank you for your help.

@cstewart

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I think Unity might be a good place to start, but it probably depends on what kinds of games you want to make.

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You try with some really simple instruments like TIC-80, Sketchware or Game Maker Share I think they are perfect for the beginning. They have quite basic functionality and easy to use. After this, you can go further to more complicate game development instrument. Hop over to this website to see some examples of mobile gaming which are trends nowadays. I think understanding the market is also important. And of course, use your imagination! Good luck!

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Well, there are lots of book for this, I will recommend you to read below books which you can easily get online.

  1. Learning LibGDX Game Development by Andreas Oehlke
  2. Mastering Unity 2D Game Development by Simon Jackson
  3. Beginning Android Games by Mario Zechner
  4. Android Game Programming by Example by John Horton
  5. Unity in Action: Multiplatform Game Development in C# by Joe Hocking
    Thanks
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Thank you for posting the question.
Along with the reference books, I would suggest you keep updating your skillset as well. Given the dynamic nature of the programming language landscape, it is crucial to update the language skillset and be competent.

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My android glitches whenever I try to download from a certain site. Can you help me with that.

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To develop a career in Android game programming, follow these steps:

  1. Learn Basics: Start with Java or Kotlin, the main languages for Android.
  2. Master Android Studio: Get comfortable with this development environment and XML for UI design.
  3. Use Game Engines: Learn Unity or Unreal Engine, popular tools for game development.
  4. Understand Game Design: Study game mechanics, storyboarding, and user experience.
  5. Practice Projects: Build small games to improve your skills and create a portfolio.
  6. Join Communities: Participate in forums and online communities for support and knowledge.
  7. Stay Updated: Keep up with the latest trends and technologies in game development.
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