With all the flash games out there, it seems like every single concept has been done. Sometimes it’s just to hard to think of something that is completely new. Well, that’s where the classics come in. If you can find a way to make an idea that has already been done numerous times into something [...]
Kongregate Labs is now giving beginner game developers tutorials that can be used to make their first game. The tutorials will be teaching first time game developers how to make a side-scrolling, spaceship, shooter.
Each tutorial is set up with easy to understand pages, within a flash file. Basically, it’s a flash slide-show that will walk [...]
Game controls can be an important apect of your game. However, there are a couple different ways you could go with them. Here are a few options, with a couple ideas about each.
Arrow Keys
Arrow keys are one of the most commonly used controls in a game. The are typically used for side-scrollers, puzzles, racing, and [...]
Here’s another thing to decide upon when making a game. What is an acceptable frame rate for it? This will depend on a few things. To help you choose the right frame rate, here are some factors to consider.
What frame rate will work well with your code? Do you have objects that need to be [...]
When you’re in the process of making a game, this is a big decision. While both features will make players want to continue playing your game, they are different in the way that they work. Here are some reasons to help you decide which one to choose.
Scoring
Usually when you use the scoring method, you are [...]
