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To create 2D video games, you need to know how to code. True or False?
True
Where did people play 2D games in the past?
In the past, people played 2D games in amusement arcades.
What were some popular 2D games in the 1970s and 1980s?
Space Invaders, Donkey Kong, and Mario Bros.
2D games have simple graphics and gameplay. True or False? And why?
True
Mario Bros is a game where where the character fights aliens. True or False? And why?
False. It's a game where the character fights creatures coming out of New York's sewers.
How did 3D games impact the popularity of 2D games?
The development of 3D games made 2D games seem old-fashioned and less popular.
3D games are more popular that 2D games. True or False? And why?
False. The text mentions that 2D games are making a comeback.
What does "to make a comeback" mean? Give a definition.
Stage a comeback, or to return to a popular position after facing difficulties or setbacks.
Are 2D games still being produced today?
Yes, 2D games are still being produced today, and console makers have released modern versions of old 2D consoles as collector'sitems.
What was the first mobile game to reach 1 billion downloads?
Angry Birds
Why did 2D games become popular on smartphones?
2D games were cheaper to produce and didn't require as much computer memory.
What were early 2D characters made of?
They were made from just a few pixels, which were small squares combined to create a simplistic-looking character.
What does "to capture the imagination" mean? Give a definition.
To make someone very interested or excited.
What is one difference between 2D and 3D games?
2D games have simpler controllers.
How do computer programmers create 2D video games?
By writing a series of commands using code to create characters and program them to interact with other objects.