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How to Build Your First Python Game: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Simple Shooter with PyGame

Lou Creemers on September 22, 2024

Hi lovely readers, Have you ever wanted to create your own video game? Maybe you’ve thought about building a simple shooter game where you can mov...
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Abdulmumin yaqeen

Getting a nostalgia from my first GitHub repo. It was a snake like game, but the snake doesn't bend 😅.

I had no idea what to write in the Readme, so I wrote "This is almost like a snake game" 😅 .

github.com/Abdulmumin1/caterpillar...

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RedbeardJunior

Time to make a 2.0 to finish the game.

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Scott Reno

Can you post a screenshot of the game?

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Lou Creemers

Absolutely, that's a great idea. I'll do that first thing tomorrow.

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Lou Creemers

I did something even better, I added a GIF

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Scott Reno

Great! Thank you

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Kojuka™

A big shout out....it gave me a layout to try making a simple one too

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Lou Creemers

I'm glad that it got you started. PyGame is great once you get the hang of it

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Martin Baun

Good job! Very detailed, cant believe this doesn't have more likes!!

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Lou Creemers

Thank you!

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Tariq Mehmood • Edited

truly informative article you share indepth knowledge abot creating game with pythone can you guide me that with pythone i create game like geometry dash 2.2 APK.

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Chris Moore

Geometry Dash 2.2 transcends language and cultural barriers. Its intuitive gameplay, minimal text, and universal appeal make it a global favorite in 2025. Players from different backgrounds can connect through the game's shared challenges.

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Noha Roni

Learning to build the first Python game is an exciting journey, especially with tools like PyGame that simplify the game development process. By following a step-by-step guide, it will be very easy to create a simple shooter game, understand basic coding concepts, and bring your creativity to life. It’s the perfect way for beginners to learn programming while making something fun and interactive.

On the other hand, if you're looking for an already polished gaming experience, try Riddle School 2 which is done by an expert and reflect the best example of game development. This classic point-and-click adventure game challenges players with clever puzzles and humor-filled gameplay. It’s a great way to unwind while exercising your brain with creative riddles. Whether you’re learning how to build your own Python game or enjoying a classic like Riddle School 2, there’s always something to explore in the world of gaming

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James Smith

Your guide gives me great ideas.
I was also thinking of creating my own. Moreover, I am also a fan of Geometry Dash in which players control a cube, jumping and flying through obstacle-filled levels in sync with the music.
geometrydashapks.download/

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HaydenMannnn

that would be a fun game can i make a game like that at apk mod too

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Kaiski Young (Kai)

Great!