Writing Game Code

This section describes how to use XNA Game Studio and the XNA Framework to develop multiplatform games for Windows, Xbox 360, and Windows Phone.

In This Section

• Initializing, Updating, and Exiting a Game
  The XNA Framework Game Class provides a game loop for initializing, updating and exiting a game.
• Displaying Graphics
  Describes using XNA graphics for rendering 2D and 3D graphics.
• Responding to User Input
  Demonstrates techniques for accessing various input devices and responding to user input.
• Creating and Playing Sounds
  Provides overviews about audio technology, and presents predefined scenarios to demonstrate how to use audio.
• Displaying Pictures and Playing Video
  Provides overviews about how to use the Media API to retrieve system media, including pictures, songs, and video.
• Reading and Writing Data Files
  Provides classes that allow reading and writing of files.
• Adding Xbox LIVE Features to Your Game
  Contains introductory articles describing how to add Xbox LIVE to your game with XNA Gamer Services.
• Adding Networking and Multiplayer Support
  Contains introductory articles describing how to add networking and multiplayer support to your game.