Q&A for How to Make Computer Games

Start by learning a 3D game engine such as Unity. There are a number of books and online tutorials that can help educate you on its use.

There is a website called Code.org and this website will teach you how to code. This website gradually gets more challenging as you go. Then, you can code your game.

You can't actually make a game like GTA on your first try. To be honest you can't even create something like Super Mario Bros. but if you really are good at C++ you might be able to create one level of Super Mario but even that's very difficult. Try to aim for creating a very simple game. Even a game where you just move in a small 2D world. Use that game as your prototype and expand it. For example, add coins and enemies. You will notice that your game is improving every day. But again don't aim for GTA because Rockstar had a number of people working together to create GTA.

It depends. A simple game can be made within an hour. However, complex games can takes months or even years to complete.

It's called an IDE (Integrated Development Environment). A few languages are: Java - the recommended IDE is IntelliJ IDEA; C# - the recommended IDE is Visual Studio 2015 Community Edition; C - the recommended IDE is Visual Studio 2015 Community Edition as well; Visual Basic - the recommended IDE is Visual Studio 2015 Community Edition; Python - the recommended IDE is PyCharm.

Games that are made for personal use don't need to go through hefty steps to get it sold in Steam, or the Windows store, etc. You also are not restricted by anyone, nor do you need to follow anyone. It's your total imagination (the only thing that limits you from creating games). For commercial gain, you'd have to prepare lots of documents, paperwork, meet and agree to terms with other officials before you can get your game published. It would also have to be of real interest to a wide group of gamers, to ensure that the costs in making it are recouped.

You can go to Unreal engine 4, which is absolutely free, but make sure you have a good internet speed as you will have to download around 5gb.

By virtual objects, I'm assuming you mean 3D objects. For that, I use Blender. The learning curve is rather steep, but when you get around that, it's really useful software.

One way would be to select a popular, free, and community-supported game engine like Unity, the Unreal Engine, or Cry Engine. Engines such as these often have extensive documentation on the web and on Youtube, and can serve as a good starting place for beginners.

Online, it's going to be really tough. I recommend you try making the game a type of split-screen game if you are going for multiplayer.

Yes, this is a free and simple program for Windows and MAC. Try it out yourself!

Yes and no. Some game engines are free. Others, have free and paid editions.

I suggest Microworlds EX. To learn the application, I recommend getting the book "Coding for Kids" by Camille McCue, Ph.D. It's ok if you're not a kid, Iit is still a great source for learning the basics of code.

Any language can be used for making games, but some have certain advantages over others. You'll have to do some research on the different types of languages and how they can be applied to game making before you pick the one that's right for you.

If you want the best graphics, you can use C++/Unreal Engine. However, I suggest that you learn another language beforehand because C++ can be very difficult.

Twine works. You can download it or use it on the web. Online game creators will need a good internet connection.

Code.org's "Beyond an Hour of Code" offers courses which teach you how to make apps, games, and eventually web games or websites.

I recommend learning a programming language that you are comfortable with. Python and C# are good examples for beginners and after that try making simple games. Another alternative is to learn the language the game engine you wish to use is in.

I would suggest JavaScript, C#, and Python. Learn JavaScript first because it's fairly simple, and then move on to the others after you learn the fundamental concepts in JS.

If you are making a very basic game, you can use Scratch or Gamemaker. However, for advanced games, you might have to do some programming.

You would need an engine (ie Unity, Unreal 4 etc.), a good experience with your preferred scripting language and a powerful PC to test the game. If you don't want to make models for your game, you could go to the Unity Store where you can find free and paid assets.

You can learn programming or hire programmers. Code is more important than anything in the making of a game. The program is what decides all the rules and mechanics of the game.

Unity is your best bet for 3D games; although it does require coding knowledge.

Hacking is illegal. Reconsider wanting to make an app that hacks devices.

If you are careful and don't go to any sketchy sites, you will be fine. Go to the official site of the thing you are looking for. If you feel like something is wrong, run your anti-virus software.

You could use SFM (Source Film Maker) which is available on Steam for free.

You should find out how the engine/programming language makes connections to TCP/UDP ports and how it does multiplayer, and then you should program the online parts in the engine or language.

Stencyl is a good choice for creating simple 2D games. It's quite easy to work with, as coding is not necessary, and it's free. There is also a tutorial and a web guide to help beginners get started. From there, you can expand and create more complex games.

Use engines such as Construct or Fusion. Hand-draw images first, then take a pic and overdraw it using Photoshop. Use Spriter for animating. You need at least a team of 3 to make such a big game, and it would require months of hard work to complete it.

Android has its own development kit that can be found on their website. It has extensive tutorials and runs on their own variant of JavaScript.