Chapter 18. Developer Backdoor

Topics in This Chapter

18.1 Snail Bait’s Developer Backdoor

18.2 The Developer Backdoor’s HTML and CSS

18.3 Reveal and Hide the Developer Backdoor

18.4 Update the Developer Backdoor’s Elements

18.5 Implement the Developer Backdoor’s Checkboxes

18.6 Incorporate the Developer Backdoor Sliders

18.7 Implement the Backdoor’s Ruler

18.8 Conclusion

18.9 Exercises

Game development is easier if you grant yourself special powers that are unavailable to other players. Those special powers make playtesting more efficient and can reveal insights into your game. For example, Figure 18.1 shows Snail Bait drawing collision rectangles and running in slow motion. Additionally, the developer has zoomed in on the ...

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