Review: Game Coding Complete

Finally, I’ve got around to reading (and finishing) Game Coding Complete, and it’s up there on the list of great game development resources. I’d been meaning to read this book for quite some time, but got distracted with DirectX and Windows hooking for use with my 3D driver. Now that I’m back on the 3D engine kick, it seems like a good time

Half-Life 2 in VR using the Virtuix Omni, Kickstarter Coming Soon

The Oculus Rift is great and all, but it still feels pretty constricting using VR sitting in a chair. The Virtuix Omni plans to change that. Commonly referred to as omni-directional treadmills, the Omni allows you to feel like you are walking, or even running, around a virtual space while in real-life you stay safely in the same spot. This project in particular

Original Horror Game on Kickstarter

Seems like Kickstarter is just churning out hits lately, and this project could be the next success. It’s an original horror game where you play as a two year old boy. The early prototype videos look compelling, and I like that they are attempting a different theme with the title. Should be awesome, but they still have a ways before meeting their goal.