QuickStart Guide to Game Physics
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QuickStart Guide to Game Physics

3.5.0
187 reviews
Computers & Technology Programming Game Development Computer Graphics Simulation & Modeling

Quick Facts

  • Author: Kenwright
  • Publication Date: May 14, 2025
  • Pages: 312 pages
  • Language: English
  • ISBN: 9798264282454

About This Book

This book is your shortcut to understanding and implementing game physics. Whether you're building a platformer, a racing sim, or a physics-based puzzle game, you'll learn how to simulate motion, collisions, gravity, and more. With clear examples and minimal math, this guide helps you create gameplay that feels responsive, believable, and fun. Ideal for developers who want results fast and aren't afraid to get hands-on.

Our Review

QuickStart Guide to Game Physics by Kenwright is a make your games feel real—without the math headache. that delivers on its promise to understand core physics concepts used in games. From the very first chapter, it's clear that this is a cut above the rest in its field.

The book excels in its comprehensive and engaging approach to computers & technology. The author includes implement realistic movement and collisions with minimal code. and avoid common pitfalls that make physics feel off. that make complex topics accessible to readers of all levels. Particularly impressive is the chapter structure which provides a logical progression that builds understanding.

Readers will appreciate the practical applications throughout. Fast-track your way to believable physics in games. that accelerate your development with ready-to-use examples. that will enhance your understanding and skills. The final section is especially valuable for those looking to apply the concepts in real-world scenarios.

In conclusion, QuickStart Guide to Game Physics is an outstanding contribution to its field. The combination of a fast-paced, practical introduction to game physics for developers who want to add realism and responsiveness to their games without getting lost in complex math. makes it one of the most valuable resources we've encountered. We give it our highest recommendation.

Why You'll Love It

  • Understand core physics concepts used in games.
  • Implement realistic movement and collisions with minimal code.
  • Avoid common pitfalls that make physics feel off.
  • Accelerate your development with ready-to-use examples.

Book Statistics

Reading Level: Advanced

Average Read Time: 7 hours 48 minutes

Reviews: 96%

Recommendation Rate: 91%

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