Free, New Tutorials For Writing Games and Multimedia Applications in Runtime Revolution with ArcadeEngine Sizzling Graphics Made Simple

A free e-book tutorial is now available, which lets people find out how to develop stunning games and multimedia applications.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2005

Runtime Revolution (http://www.runrev.com) announces the availability of a range of free tutorials by Malte Brill of DerBrill Software (http://www.derbrill.de). The tutorials cover a range of topics and are particularly suited to those wishing to learn how to write games and multimedia applications using Revolution and the powerful ArcadeEngine library. Malte Brill’s clear writing style and example led approach make the tutorials perfect for those who are new to Revolution or for experienced users who are seeking to develop visually stunning software.

The tutorials come in a visually appealing e-book format which is both easy to read and use, the range of topics covered includes:

• The basics of Revolution such as: stacks, cards, scripts, messages and timers
• How to use geometric properties such as distances, angles and intersection rectangles
• Understanding and using different movements including linear, polygonal, circular and elliptic
• Advanced use of images
• Using the built-in collision detection handlers
• plus much more

The tutorials are designed to complement the Arcade Engine library which is available from Runtime Revolution as part of the RevSelect developer programme. However many aspects of the tutorials are relevant for those wishing to use other features built-in to Revolution. More information on Arcade Engine and the tutorials is available from:

http://www.runrev.com/section/revselect/arcadeengine/index.php

A free demonstration version of Runtime Revolution can be downloaded from:

http://downloads.runrev.com/

About DerBrill

Founded in 2002, DerBrill Multimedia focuses on creating Multimedia titles that are available cross platform. Their range of services includes producing games for use as an advertising medium, kiosk systems, video presentations and other software titles. For more information visit their web site at http://www.derbrill.de

About Runtime Revolution

Founded in 1997, Runtime Revolution focuses on bringing user-centric software development to all major platforms: Windows, Macintosh, Linux, and Unix. Products include Revolution Dreamcard, Studio and Enterprise, and Ten Thumbs Typing Tutor. The company is based in Edinburgh, Scotland. For more information on Runtime Revolution, please visit the company on the web at http://www.runrev.com or http://www.tenthumbstypingtutor.com

For more information, or to arrange a product review please contact:

Dr Rod McCall

Runtime Revolution Ltd

15-19 York Place

Edinburgh

EH1 3EB

telephone: +44 (0) 870 747 1165

fax: +44 (0) 845 458 8487

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