Learning Java by Building Android Games

Book Description

If you are completely new to either Java, Android, or game programming and are aiming to publish Android games, then this book is for you. This book also acts as a refresher for those who already have experience in Java on another platforms or other object-oriented languages.

What you will learn

• Set up an efficient, professional game development environment in Android Studio
• Build your very own Android UI using easy touse tools in Android Studio
• Add realtime interaction with Java threads and implement locking/handling screen rotation, pixel graphics, clicks, animation, sound FX, and many other features in your games
• Explore objectoriented programming (OOP) and design scalable, reliable, and wellwritten Java games or apps on almost any Android device
• Build and deploy a graphical pongstyle game using advanced OOP concepts
• Explore APIs and implement advanced features such as online leaderboards and achievements using Google game services
• Make your game compelling to be the next big hit on Google Play market with a content update strategy and ingame marketing

Who this book is for