Tutorials and Resources¶
Here are some tutorials and learning resources which use Pygame Zero.
Books¶
- Coding Games in Python (DK) - teaches programming in Python from scratch with Pygame Zero and bright, colourful illustrations.
- Code the Classics (Raspberry Pi Press) - covers the history of classic computer games and explains how to make them with Pygame Zero.
- Mission Python (No Starch Press) - takes you through the process of writing one larger game with Pygame Zero.
Online Tutorials¶
- Simple Game Tutorials is a collection of step-by-step tutorials which guide you through the process of making some simple games.
- Coding Games with Pygame Zero and Python - teaches programming in Python for complete beginners, moving into several complete examples.
- Game Development with Pygame Zero - walks through creating several small, fun games.
Magazines¶
- MagPi, the Raspberry Pi magazine, has covered Pygame Zero several times. MagPi is available in print but is also free to download online.
- Wireframe, also from Raspberry Pi, and also free to download online, is a magazine focused on games, game development, and the game industry, and most issues contain Pygame Zero examples.
Video Tutorials¶
There are numerous Pygame Zero tutorial videos on YouTube; here are some:
- A brief introduction to Pygame Zero (Neil Muller)
- How to use Pygame Zero (TeCoEd)
Hardware¶
- Phidgets make a range of electronic devices - sensors, motors, input devices, and more - that connect to your computer over USB and can be used from Python programs. They have a range of Pygame Zero projects for you to try with Phidgets, and they offer a discount for educators.