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FOUR-LETTER WORD: M-A-T-H

CHAPTER OUTLINE

The Math Class

Part One: Geometry and Trigonometry

A Quick Explanation of Radians and Pi

3D in Flash

Perspective Projection

The SimpleTunnelShooter Example

The Basic Mechanics

The Tunnel Class

Part Two: Physics

The Vector3D Class

Simulation versus Illusion

Reality versus Expectations

Example: A Top–Down Driving Engine

The Vehicle Class

Example: Top–Down Driving Game with Drift

Few people I know, programmers included, don’t groan a little when math and physics are brought up. While not all games utilize them, geometry, trigonometry, and basic physical mechanics are essential ...

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