I've used a couple of languges in my quest to find a programming langugage that will help me create a game and Blitz is so far the best I've come across. But the best thing for your friend to do is download the demos for each of the languages he wants to use and make a simple 3D or 2D game that test out the features of both.
I personally like Blitz because it's stable and easy to understand. I also like the fact that Mark doesn't spend too much time telling us what's going on Because I belive he should spend all his time improving the Blitz languge.
Also one thing to consider is that Blitz does not yet support the latest computer 3D effects, if this is something you are looking for or think you will need.
Personally I don't think all the latest 3D effects are really that important unless you are making some kind of demo. For making a game you're going to be stressed enough coming up with nice looking characters, sounds, items, story, environments, and game design, that if you're really serious about making and compelting a game, the latest 3D effects will probably be last on your list of priorities.
But anyway just get your friend to download the demos and let him decide. Good Luck. And may the Blitz be with you.
I personally like Blitz because it's stable and easy to understand. I also like the fact that Mark doesn't spend too much time telling us what's going on Because I belive he should spend all his time improving the Blitz languge.
Also one thing to consider is that Blitz does not yet support the latest computer 3D effects, if this is something you are looking for or think you will need.
Personally I don't think all the latest 3D effects are really that important unless you are making some kind of demo. For making a game you're going to be stressed enough coming up with nice looking characters, sounds, items, story, environments, and game design, that if you're really serious about making and compelting a game, the latest 3D effects will probably be last on your list of priorities.
But anyway just get your friend to download the demos and let him decide. Good Luck. And may the Blitz be with you.