What Is A Particle Engine?
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My understanding is a sequence of code which creates a generic system of sprites/similar that are created, move in a defined pattern and are recycled or are deleted at the end of their cycle.
They can be used to represent flames, waterfalls, magic spells, special light effects, explosions, smoke - you name it!
Just define the colours etc of the individual particles, and the paths that they need to follow and set 'em off!
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If the above i correct, then I have been assuming correctly so far :)
Also, I have devised my first-ever particle system (YAY!) Which puts an engine trail on the back of a spaceship. The more thrust-the brighter the trail, and when the particles (sprites in this case) have faded completely, they are deleted so as not to waste memory.
If I can re-extract it from my game, I will stick it into code archives for general usage!
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My understanding is a sequence of code which creates a generic system of sprites/similar that are created, move in a defined pattern and are recycled or are deleted at the end of their cycle.
They can be used to represent flames, waterfalls, magic spells, special light effects, explosions, smoke - you name it!
Just define the colours etc of the individual particles, and the paths that they need to follow and set 'em off!
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If the above i correct, then I have been assuming correctly so far :)
Also, I have devised my first-ever particle system (YAY!) Which puts an engine trail on the back of a spaceship. The more thrust-the brighter the trail, and when the particles (sprites in this case) have faded completely, they are deleted so as not to waste memory.
If I can re-extract it from my game, I will stick it into code archives for general usage!