Game Physics

Are we living in a simulation? MIT computer scientist Rizwan Virk draws from research and concepts from computer science, artificial intelligence, video games, quantum physics, and ancient mystics to explain why we may be living inside a simulated reality like the Matrix. The Simulation Hypothesis is the definitive book on simulation theory and is now completely updated to reflect the latest developments in artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

This is an audiobook about math, but it contains no numbers. Math Without Numbers is a vivid, conversational, and wholly original guide to the three main branches of abstract math - topology, analysis, and algebra - which turn out to be surprisingly easy to grasp. This audiobook upends the conventional approach to math, inviting you to think creatively about shape and dimension, the infinite and infinitesimal, symmetries, proofs, and how these concepts all fit together. Join this freewheeling tour of the inimitable joys and unsolved mysteries of this curiously powerful subject.

Game of Thrones is a fantasy that features a lot of made-up science - fabricated climatology (when is winter coming?), astronomy, metallurgy, chemistry, and biology. Most fans of George R. R. Martin's fantastical world accept it all as part of the magic. A trained scientist, watching the fake science in Game of Thrones, might think, "But how would it work?" In Fire, Ice, and Physics, Rebecca Thompson turns a scientist's eye on Game of Thrones, exploring the science of an ice wall, the genetics of the families, and the biology of beheading.

Dive into the exciting world of game development with C++ Game Development. Designed for readers with prior knowledge in C++ programming, this comprehensive guide takes you on a thrilling journey through the fundamentals of game development and beyond. From the basics of game programming to advanced techniques in graphics rendering, physics simulation, and multiplayer networking, this book covers all aspects of game development with clarity and depth. Each chapter is meticulously crafted to provide a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insights, empowering you to unleash your ...

Infinity: A Wild, Witty Whirl Through the Endless is not your dusty math textbook—it’s a rollicking romp through the mind-bending marvel of infinity, served up with a grin and a wink. This book takes a concept that could tie your brain in knots and turns it into a party you won’t want to leave. Packed to the brim with zesty info, vivid images, and laugh-out-loud humor, it’s written so anyone can get it—and everyone will love it. You’ll be hooked from page one, racing through in a single sitting, because infinity’s never been this much fun. At its heart lies a dazzling ...

Step into the captivating world of game technology with the thrilling eBook, "Game Engines Decoded!" This compelling narrative takes you on a journey behind the scenes of your favorite gaming experiences, peeling back the layers to reveal the mechanics that power them. In "Game Engines Decoded," you become the explorer. Venture into the realm of gaming's most critical component - the game engine. Uncover what lies beneath the flashy graphics and dynamic game play you enjoy. From the foundational understanding of a game engine to the intricate details of artificial intelligence and behavior,...