Top Game Design Books from 2024 That Inspire and Educate

Procedural Content Generation with Unreal Engine 5

by Paul Martin Eliasz

The manual explores the creation of dynamic environments using Blueprints, C++, and algorithms to automate world-building.

Print length: 488 pages

Published: November 29, 2024

ISBN: 978-1801074469 (ISBN10: 1801074461)

Beginning C++ Game Programming

by John Horton

It is a beginner-friendly guide that teaches C++ through game development, covering essential programming concepts and practical game-building techniques.

Print length: 648 pages

Published: May 31, 2024

ISBN: 978-1835081747 (ISBN10: 1835081746)

Programming for Game Design

by Tonnetta Walcott, Wallace Wang

The guide provides essential techniques and best practices for using programming to create engaging, interactive, and visually stunning games.

Print length: 536 pages

Published: February 13, 2024

ISBN: 979-8868801891 (ISBN10: -)

Game Design Workshop

by Tracy Fullerton

A definitive guide, offering updated strategies and insights for aspiring and experienced game designers.

Print length: 554 pages

Published: April 19, 2024

ISBN: 978-1032607016 (ISBN10: 1032607017)