Art and Development of 8-Bit Games with POLAR BEAR IN SPACE!

Learn the art of developing an 8-bit video game with this rare, illustrated behind-the-scenes perspective on the creation of the Commodore 64 game POLAR BEAR IN SPACE!

Packed with approachable tips, tricks, and detailed explanations, this book pulls back the curtain on the game's underlying core concepts, including:

• Graphics, animations, and special effects
• Player, enemy, and object behavior and interaction
• Sound and music engine design principles
• Early designs and concept drawings
• Evolution from original idea to finished product
• Accessibility, testing, and optimization considerations
• Collateral, floppy disk, cassette tape, and cartridge creation

By the time you're finished reading this book, you'll be armed with an arsenal of powerful ideas to incorporate into your very own 8-bit video game!