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Mastering SFML Game Development: Inject new life and light into your old SFML projects by advancing to the next level.

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Mastering SFML Game Development

Chapter 2.  Its Game Time! - Designing the Project

In the previous chapter, we covered the essential parts of our pre-established code base that is going to be used while creating a game. The time has come to take what we have learned and build upon it, by focusing on project-specific code that will be unique to the game we are making.

In this chapter, we are going to be covering the following topics:

  • Implementing key entity components and systems for minimal gameplay
  • Creating a couple of states for navigating the game
  • Arranging all of our code into a cohesive, working project

We have a whole game to design, so let us get to it!

Use of copyrighted resources

In this chapter, and for the entire length of this book, we are going to be using these resources:

Entity placement and rendering

Let us start with the basics. Most (if not all) entities in any game we build are going to be positioned within the world. Let us ignore the corner cases of special types of entities for now. In order to represent the entity position, we are going to be creating a position component like so:

class C_Position : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Position(): C_Base(Component::Position), m_elevation(0){} 
 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream){ 
    l_stream >> m_position.x >> m_position.y >> m_elevation; 
  } 
 
  sf::Vector2f GetPosition() const { ... } 
  sf::Vector2f GetOldPosition() const { ... } 
  unsigned int GetElevation() const { ... } 
  void SetPosition(float l_x, float l_y){ ... } 
  void SetPosition(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetElevation(unsigned int l_elevation){ ... } 
  void MoveBy(float l_x, float l_y){ ... } 
  void MoveBy(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
private: 
  sf::Vector2f m_position; 
...

Entity kinematics

The code we have written so far would only produce a static, unmoving scene. Since that isn't very exciting, let's work on adding potential for entity movement. Since it calls for more data being stored, we need another component type to work with:

class C_Movable : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Movable() : C_Base(Component::Movable), 
    m_velocityMax(0.f), m_direction((Direction)0){} 
 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream){ 
    l_stream >> m_velocityMax >> m_speed.x >> m_speed.y; 
    unsigned int dir = 0; 
    l_stream >> dir; 
    m_direction = static_cast<Direction>(dir); 
  } 
  ... 
  void SetVelocity(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetMaxVelocity(float l_vel){ ... } 
  void SetSpeed(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetAcceleration(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetDirection(const Direction& l_dir){ ... } 
  void AddVelocity(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void...

Handling collisions

In order to make the game we're making feel like more than just entities moving across a static background with no consequences, collisions have to be checked for and handled. Within the ECS paradigm, this can be achieved by implementing a collidable component. For more flexibility, let's define multiple points that the collision box can be attached to:

enum class Origin{ Top_Left, Abs_Centre, Mid_Bottom };

The TOP_LEFT origin simply places the collision rectangle's top-left corner to the position provided. ABS_CENTRE moves that rectangle's centre to the position, and the MIDDLE_BOTTOM origin places it halfway through the x axis and all the way down the y axis. Consider the following illustration:

Handling collisions

With this information, let us work on implementing the collidable component:

class C_Collidable : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Collidable(): C_Base(Component::Collidable),  
    m_origin(Origin::Mid_Bottom), m_collidingOnX(false), 
    m_collidingOnY(false...

Use of copyrighted resources

In this chapter, and for the entire length of this book, we are going to be using these resources:

Entity placement and rendering

Let us start with the basics. Most (if not all) entities in any game we build are going to be positioned within the world. Let us ignore the corner cases of special types of entities for now. In order to represent the entity position, we are going to be creating a position component like so:

class C_Position : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Position(): C_Base(Component::Position), m_elevation(0){} 
 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream){ 
    l_stream >> m_position.x >> m_position.y >> m_elevation; 
  } 
 
  sf::Vector2f GetPosition() const { ... } 
  sf::Vector2f GetOldPosition() const { ... } 
  unsigned int GetElevation() const { ... } 
  void SetPosition(float l_x, float l_y){ ... } 
  void SetPosition(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetElevation(unsigned int l_elevation){ ... } 
  void MoveBy(float l_x, float l_y){ ... } 
  void MoveBy(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
private: 
  sf::Vector2f m_position; 
 ...

Entity kinematics

The code we have written so far would only produce a static, unmoving scene. Since that isn't very exciting, let's work on adding potential for entity movement. Since it calls for more data being stored, we need another component type to work with:

class C_Movable : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Movable() : C_Base(Component::Movable), 
    m_velocityMax(0.f), m_direction((Direction)0){} 
 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream){ 
    l_stream >> m_velocityMax >> m_speed.x >> m_speed.y; 
    unsigned int dir = 0; 
    l_stream >> dir; 
    m_direction = static_cast<Direction>(dir); 
  } 
  ... 
  void SetVelocity(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetMaxVelocity(float l_vel){ ... } 
  void SetSpeed(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetAcceleration(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void SetDirection(const Direction& l_dir){ ... } 
  void AddVelocity(const sf::Vector2f& l_vec){ ... } 
  void ApplyFriction...

Handling collisions

In order to make the game we're making feel like more than just entities moving across a static background with no consequences, collisions have to be checked for and handled. Within the ECS paradigm, this can be achieved by implementing a collidable component. For more flexibility, let's define multiple points that the collision box can be attached to:

enum class Origin{ Top_Left, Abs_Centre, Mid_Bottom };

The TOP_LEFT origin simply places the collision rectangle's top-left corner to the position provided. ABS_CENTRE moves that rectangle's centre to the position, and the MIDDLE_BOTTOM origin places it halfway through the x axis and all the way down the y axis. Consider the following illustration:

With this information, let us work on implementing the collidable component:

class C_Collidable : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Collidable(): C_Base(Component::Collidable),  
    m_origin(Origin::Mid_Bottom), m_collidingOnX(false), 
    m_collidingOnY(false){} 
 
  void ReadIn...

Controlling entities

Since we have already laid down the code foundation, it's now possible to focus on controlling the entities on the screen. Whether they're being controlled as player avatars by means of a keyboard, or through some sort of artificial intelligence (AI), they still need to have this basic component:

class C_Controller : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_Controller() : C_Base(Component::Controller){} 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream){} 
};

As you can tell, we have absolutely no data that gets stored here so far. For now, it can simply be considered just a specific signature that lets the ECS know it can be controlled.

Control system

In order for entities to be controlled, they must have three basic component types:

S_Control::S_Control(SystemManager* l_systemMgr) 
  : S_Base(System::Control,l_systemMgr) 
{ 
  Bitmask req; 
  req.TurnOnBit((unsigned int)Component::Position); 
  req.TurnOnBit((unsigned int)Component::Movable); 
  req.TurnOnBit((unsigned int)Component...

Entity states

Having entities that are able to move around now implies they can either be standing still or moving. This quickly brings about the issue of entity states. Luckily, we have an elegant way of dealing with that, by introducing another component type and a system. Let's start by enumerating all possible entity states, and using the enumeration to establish a component type:

enum class EntityState{ Idle, Walking, Attacking, Hurt, Dying }; 
 
class C_State : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_State(): C_Base(Component::State){} 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream){ 
    unsigned int state = 0; 
    l_stream >> state; 
    m_state = static_cast<EntityState>(state); 
  } 
 
  EntityState GetState() const { ... } 
  void SetState(const EntityState& l_state){ ... } 
private: 
  EntityState m_state; 
};

That's all we have to keep track of inside the component class. Time to move on to the system!

State system

Because state is not directly tethered to any other data...

Sheet animation system

One of the objects sensitive to state changes is the sprite sheet animation system. Knowing an entity's state is of paramount importance, if we desire to apply animations that describe its current action:

S_SheetAnimation::S_SheetAnimation(SystemManager* l_systemMgr) 
  : S_Base(System::SheetAnimation,l_systemMgr) 
{ 
  Bitmask req; 
  req.TurnOnBit((unsigned int)Component::SpriteSheet); 
  req.TurnOnBit((unsigned int)Component::State); 
  m_requiredComponents.push_back(req); 
 
  m_systemManager->GetMessageHandler()-> 
    Subscribe(EntityMessage::State_Changed,this); 
}

As you can see, all we need are two component types and a subscription to a message type of State_Changed. So far, so good!

Updating the sprite sheets can get a little involved, so let us delve right into it:

void S_SheetAnimation::Update(float l_dT){ 
  EntityManager* entities = m_systemManager->GetEntityManager(); 
  for(auto &entity : m_entities){ 
    auto sheet = entities-> 
  ...

Entity sounds

Just like states, an entity can emit multiple different types of sound. Each different type must also have certain parameters associated with it:

enum class EntitySound{ None = -1, Footstep, Attack, 
  Hurt, Death, COUNT }; 
 
struct SoundParameters{ 
  static const int Max_SoundFrames = 5; 
  SoundParameters(){ 
    for (int i = 0; i < Max_SoundFrames; ++i){ m_frames[i] = -1; } 
  } 
  std::string m_sound; 
  std::array<int, Max_SoundFrames> m_frames; 
};

struct SoundParameters simply stores the name of the sound, as well as an array of integers for the maximum number of sound frames. A sound frame is the glue between sounds and sprite sheets, as it defines during which animation frames the sound is emitted.

  • Having defined the previous data structure allows us to successfully create a sound emitter component type:

class C_SoundEmitter : public C_Base{ 
public: 
  C_SoundEmitter():C_Base(Component::SoundEmitter),m_soundID(-1){} 
  void ReadIn(std::stringstream& l_stream...

Implementing the menu state

With most of the backend already covered, we're ready to move towards the front, and start working on more interactive aspects of the project, such as interfaces. Let's start by creating a main menu:

void State_MainMenu::OnCreate(){ 
  auto context = m_stateMgr->GetContext(); 
  GUI_Manager* gui = context->m_guiManager; 
  gui->LoadInterface("MainMenu.interface", "MainMenu"); 
  gui->GetInterface("MainMenu")->SetPosition( 
    sf::Vector2f(250.f, 168.f)); 
  EventManager* eMgr = context->m_eventManager; 
  eMgr->AddCallback("MainMenu_Play", &State_MainMenu::Play, this); 
  eMgr->AddCallback("MainMenu_Quit", &State_MainMenu::Quit, this); 
}

All of these classes have already been covered in Chapter 1 , Under the Hood - Setting up the Backend, but let us have a quick rundown of what this does once more. After we obtain the shared context, a main menu interface is loaded and positioned on screen. The m_eventManager is then used to bind...

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  • Build custom tools, designed to work with your specific game.
  • Use raw modern OpenGL and go beyond SFML.
  • Revamp your code for better structural design, faster rendering, and flashier graphics.
  • Use advanced lighting techniques to add that extra touch of sophistication.
  • Implement a very fast and efficient particle system by using a cache-friendly design.

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SFML is a cross-platform software development library written in C++ with bindings available for many programming languages. It provides a simple interface to the various components of your PC, to ease the development of games and multimedia applications. This book will help you become an expert of SFML by using all of its features to its full potential. It begins by going over some of the foundational code necessary in order to make our RPG project run. By the end of chapter 3, we will have successfully picked up and deployed a fast and efficient particle system that makes the game look much more ‘alive’. Throughout the next couple of chapters, you will be successfully editing the game maps with ease, all thanks to the custom tools we’re going to be building. From this point on, it’s all about making the game look good. After being introduced to the use of shaders and raw OpenGL, you will be guided through implementing dynamic scene lighting, the use of normal and specular maps, and dynamic soft shadows. However, no project is complete without being optimized first. The very last chapter will wrap up our project by making it lightning fast and efficient.

Who is this book for?

This book is ideal for game developers who have some basic knowledge of SFML and also are familiar with C++ coding in general. No knowledge of OpenGL or even more advanced rendering techniques is required. You will be guided through every bit of code step by step.

What you will learn

  • Dive deep into creating complex and visually stunning games using SFML, as well as advanced OpenGL rendering and shading techniques
  • Build an advanced, dynamic lighting and shadowing system to add an extra graphical kick to your games and make them feel a lot more dynamic
  • Craft your own custom tools for editing game media, such as maps, and speed up the process of content creation
  • Optimize your code to make it blazing fast and robust for the users, even with visually demanding scenes
  • Get a complete grip on the best practices and industry grade game development design patterns used for AAA projects
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10 Chapters
1. Under the Hood - Setting up the Backend Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Introduction
Pacing and source code examples
Common utility functions
Service locator pattern
Entity component system core
Resource management
Windows system
Application states
Managing application events
Use of graphical user interfaces
Representing a 2D map
Sprite system
Sound system
Summary
2. Its Game Time! - Designing the Project Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
2. Its Game Time! - Designing the Project
Use of copyrighted resources
Entity placement and rendering
Entity kinematics
Handling collisions
Controlling entities
Entity states
Sheet animation system
Entity sounds
Implementing the menu state
Implementing the game state
The main game class
The final bit of code
Summary
3. Make It Rain! - Building a Particle System Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
3. Make It Rain! - Building a Particle System
Use of copyrighted resources
Particle system basics
Building the particle system class
Creating updaters
Particle generators
Using the particle system
Summary
4. Have Thy Gear Ready - Building Game Tools Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
4. Have Thy Gear Ready - Building Game Tools
Use of copyrighted resources
File management
Creating the map editor state
Building the control mechanism
Summary
5. Filling the Tool Belt - a few More Gadgets Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
5. Filling the Tool Belt - a few More Gadgets
Planning the selection options
Building the tile selector
Summary
6. Adding Some Finishing Touches - Using Shaders Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
6. Adding Some Finishing Touches - Using Shaders
Understanding shaders
Localizing rendering
Integrating the Renderer class
Creating a day/night cycle
Summary
7. One Step Forward, One Level Down - OpenGL Basics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
7. One Step Forward, One Level Down - OpenGL Basics
Use of copyrighted resources
Setting up OpenGL
Using GLEW
The rendering pipeline
Storing and drawing primitives
Using shaders
Drawing our first triangle
Using textures
Applying transformations
Creating a camera
Moving the camera around
Drawing with vertex indices
Face culling and depth buffer
Back face culling
Summary
8. Let There Be Light - An Introduction to Advanced Lighting Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
8. Let There Be Light - An Introduction to Advanced Lighting
Using third-party software
Deferred rendering
Attenuating light
Multi-pass shading
Managing light input
Adapting classes to use lights
Preparing for additional materials
Normal maps
Specular maps
Height maps
Summary
9. The Speed of Dark - Lighting and Shadows Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
9. The Speed of Dark - Lighting and Shadows
Use of third-party software
Theory behind shadowing techniques
Preparations for rendering
Rendering the shadow maps
Adapting the light pass
Adding shadow casters to entities
Integrating the changes made
Potential issues and how to address them
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10. A Chapter You Shouldnt Skip - Final Optimizations
Use of third-party software
The devil's in the details
Profiling basics
Improving CPU code performance
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Raimondas Pupius is a game development enthusiast from Lithuania, currently working towards getting a degree in software engineering, as well as a few projects of his own. Having started his unofficial education in this field at the age of 9 and being introduced to video games even prior to that has guided him to this particular career choice, which was only strengthened by the experience earned from his first book SFML Game Development By Example. The ultimate dream is, of course, starting a company of his own and making professional games for a living. His other interests include web development, which was his primary interest before game development, music and linguistics.
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