Coding Roblox Games Made Easy: The ultimate guide to creating games with Roblox Studio and Lua Programming

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Get up and running with Roblox development with the help of expert guidance for working with Roblox components and Lua programming

Key Features:

Discover solutions to common problems faced while creating games on RobloxExplore tips, tricks, and best practices and learn advanced Roblox coding techniques to create gamesUnderstand how to program in the Roblox Lua language, add engaging effects, add a variety of functionalities, and much more

Book Description:

Roblox is a global virtual platform like no other for both playing and creating games. With well over 150 million monthly active users, Roblox hosts all genres of games that can be played by other members of the community using the Lua programming language. Not only can you create games for free, but you can also earn considerable sums of money if from the success of your games, and become part of the vast and supportive developer circle that provides excellent opportunities for networking in a tight-knit community.

With this practical book, you’ll get hands-on experience working on the Roblox platform. You’ll start with an overview of Roblox development and then understand how to use Roblox Studio. As you progress, you’ll gradually learn everything you need from how to program in Roblox Lua to creating Obby and Battle Royale games. Finally, you’ll delve into the logistics of game production, focusing on optimizing the performance of your game by implementing impressive mechanics, monetization, and marketing practices.

By the end of this Roblox book, you’ll be able to lead or work with a team to bring your gaming world to life, and extend that experience to players around the world.

What You Will Learn:

Get started with Roblox development and explore aspects such as choosing a developer typeUnderstand how to use Roblox Studio and other free resourcesCreate your first game with the Roblox Lua programming languageBecome well-versed with the three Ms – Mechanics, Monetization, and MarketingDevelop real-world games such as Battle Royale and ObbyDiscover expert tips for collaborating effectively and managing project workloads

Who this book is for:

This Roblox guide is for anyone interested in learning how to develop games on the Roblox platform. If you’re already familiar with Roblox and looking for tips, tricks, and Roblox and Lua best practices for efficient development, you’ll find this book helpful.

From the Publisher

Imagine, create and share your very own Roblox games

Roblox Studio, the development environment for Roblox apps & games

From author & Roblox developer Zander Brumbaugh

“My motivation for writing this book was to provide new and intermediate developers with solutions to common problems I faced when starting as a Roblox developer and to provide a pathway to help developers improve their Roblox experience and skills”

The fastest way to start developing Roblox games

Roblox is a global platform which is taking the gaming development world by storm!

Coding Roblox Games Made Easy takes a methodical approach to Roblox development while providing you with carefully constructed examples at every step of the way. This means you’ll gain the Roblox skills and techniques you need to be able to create successful games while learning tips and tricks for marketing, monetization, and more!

Get started with Roblox – even if you’re a complete beginner Explore the Roblox environment and create your own games Learn Roblox’s programming language Lua Manage player data, spawn loot, create player rewards, and more

Enter the Roblox universe

Get a tour of the Roblox platform as you begin your journey to becoming a Roblox developer. Find out how to monetize your games, identify growth opportunities, and learn what to expect as you develop and publish your first games.

Explore Roblox Studio

Navigate through the tabs and menus of Roblox Studio, the primary development environment for building Roblox apps and games, and get hands-on with Studio tools before setting up your first game.

Introduction to Roblox Lua

Build your first programs in Roblox Lua and become a fully proficient programmer. Without any prior programming experience, you’ll learn the concept of variables and other universal programming constructs to create Roblox games.

The Logistics of Game Production

Learn the logistics and business skills you need to ensure your Roblox game project progresses successfully from start to finish. Understand topics such as budgeting, time management, development efficiency, and collaboration, all of which are critical for game development projects.

After learning how to program in the Roblox Lua language, you’ll discover how to develop two full Roblox games – an Obby (obstacle course) and a Battle Royale game. This will give you hands-on experience of game development, and once you’ve made your own creative modifications, two games ready to release as soon as you’ve finished the book!

In addition to this, you’ll develop your logistics and business skills to ensure that your project runs successfully from start to finish. The book will help you understand budgeting, time management, development efficiency, and collaboration, all of which are particularly critical in the Roblox development sphere.

Author Zander Brumbaugh

The games Zander has made or contributed to have been played over 200 million times, and include Power Simulator, Munching Masters, and more.

Zander works with members of the Roblox community and its developer relations team to promote and support the Roblox platform.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Packt Publishing (January 8, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 238 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1800561997
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1800561991
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.25 x 7.5 x 0.5 inches