Understanding design patterns in game development
Design patterns are proven solutions to common problems encountered in software development. In game development, they provide valuable tools for building robust, maintainable, and efficient games. The following section has an overview of design patterns and their types.
There are many design patterns, each applicable to specific situations. Here are some common types encountered in game development.
Creational patterns
Creational patterns are design patterns that provide structured approaches to object creation, ensuring flexibility and reusability while maintaining a clear separation between object creation and usage code. Here are some of these patterns:
- Singleton: Ensures only one instance of a class exists throughout the game. Useful for global objects such as game managers or audio players.
- Factory Method: Creates objects without specifying the exact class, promoting flexibility and code reuse.
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