Coding a class for pickups

In this section, we will code a Pickup class that has a Sprite member, as well as other member data and functions. We will add pickups to our game in just a few steps:

1. First, we will code the Pickup.h file. This will reveal all the details of the member data and the prototypes for the functions.
2. Then, we will code the Pickup.cpp file which, of course, will contain the definitions for all the functions of the Pickup class. As we step through this, I will explain exactly how an object of the Pickup type will work and be controlled.
3. Finally, we will use the Pickup class in the main function to spawn them, update them, and draw them.

Let’s get started with step 1.

Coding the Pickup header file

To make the new header file, right-click Header Files in the Solution Explorer and select Add | New Item.... In the Add New Item window, highlight (by left-clicking) Header File (.h), and then, in the Name field, type Pickup...