@@ -91,8 +91,187 @@ refactoring tool based on the [Language Server Protocol][language-server-protoco
9191[ language-server-protocol ] : https://microsoft.github.io/language-server-protocol
9292[ rust-analyzer ] : https://github.com/rust-lang/rust-analyzer
9393
94+ ### [ CyberGate] [ cybergate-yt ]
95+
96+ ![ browser udp technology] ( cybergate.jpg )
97+ _ The new browser version works exactly like the native version_
98+
99+ CyberGate ([ YouTube] [ cybergate-yt ] , [ Discord] [ cybergate-dis ] ) by CyberSoul
100+ is a new multiplayer project that aims at procedurally generating distinct
101+ universes and gameplay experiences. CyberGate is the name of the main world
102+ where universes can be created and accessed by quantum portals.
103+
104+ Recent updates:
105+
106+ - Ported to browser (wgpu with webgl backend)
107+ - Unreliable network protocol achieved with WebRTC
108+ - Dynamically spawn and synchronize ECS components using macros
109+ - Massively improved the events system and actions system
110+ - Refactored over 50% of the project
111+ - Small features such as grabbing objects and dash forward
112+ - Fixed 3 major bugs that slowed down the server
113+
114+ [ Join the Discord server] [ cybergate-dis ] to participate in upcoming Phase 5.0!
115+
116+ _ Discussions: [ /r/rust_gamedev] ( https://www.reddit.com/r/rust_gamedev/comments/x60n9y/cybergate_45_progress_browser_udp_client_with/ ) _
117+
118+ [ cybergate-yt ] : https://youtube.com/channel/UClrsOso3Xk2vBWqcsHC3Z4Q
119+ [ cybergate-dis ] : https://discord.gg/R7DkHqw7zJ
120+
121+ ### [ Rusty Aquarium]
122+
123+ ![ Rusty Aquarium visualization] ( rustyaquarium.gif )
124+ _ Visualize data as a fish tank with Rusty Aquarium_
125+
126+ [ Rusty Aquarium] by [ @ollej ] is a data visualization tool as a virtual fish
127+ tank written in Rust and Macroquad. Different data points control how many
128+ fishes are shown, how they move, how fast they swim, and which size they are.
129+ It can be used to monitor data in a visual way, while those uninitiated only
130+ see a serene fish tank.
131+
132+ Since Macroquad is cross-platform, Rusty Aquarium is available for Windows,
133+ Mac, Linux as well as for browsers using WebAssembly.
134+
135+ The aquarium can be controlled in various different ways:
136+
137+ - System monitoring binary to show CPU usage, disk usage and processes.
138+ - Integrate with Google Sheets to control fishes.
139+ - Back it with an URL that generates a JSON file.
140+
141+ This month, a blog post with the [ story behind Rusty Aquarium] [ RustyAquariumStory ]
142+ was published on the [ Agical] blog. The code was restructured and the packaged
143+ files now contain binaries for input data generation.
144+
145+ [ Rusty Aquarium ] : https://github.com/ollej/rusty-aquarium
146+ [ @ollej ] : https://twitter.com/ollej
147+ [ RustyAquariumStory ] : https://blog.agical.se/en/posts/the-story-behind-rusty-aquarium/
148+ [ Agical ] : https://blog.agical.se/en/
149+
150+ ### [ Infinite Bunner]
151+
152+ ![ Infinite Bunner] ( infinitebunner.gif )
153+ _ Port of the Infinite Bunner game to Rust and Macroquad_
154+
155+ [ Infinite Bunner] is a game from the book [ Code the Classics vol 1] that has
156+ been ported by [ @ollej ] to Rust and Macroquad from Python and PyGame Zero.
157+ It is a modern version of the classic arcade game Frogger with improved
158+ graphics and sound.
159+
160+ The game has been sent in to the [ Rust Game Ports] [ rust-game-ports ] project as
161+ an educational example. It shows how to make a 2D game in Macroquad with
162+ graphics and sound.
163+
164+ [ Code the Classics vol 1] is a book from Wireframe Magazine that tells the
165+ history of five classic video games. It also includes code listings of modern
166+ versions of the games written in Python with the PyGame Zero framework.
167+
168+ [ Infinite Bunner ] : https://github.com/ollej/rust-bunner-macroquad
169+ [ @ollej ] : https://twitter.com/ollej
170+ [ rust-game-ports ] : https://github.com/rust-gamedev/rust-game-ports
171+ [ Code the Classics vol 1 ] : https://wireframe.raspberrypi.org/books/code-the-classics1
172+
173+ ### Tiny Building Game
174+
175+ ![ Country_slice_gif] ( country_slice.gif )
176+
177+ The untitled "Tiny Building Game" is a stress-free feel-good game focused on just
178+ building something pretty. It is being made by [ @anastasiaopara ] and
179+ [ @h3r2tic ] , who has recently joined the project!
180+
181+ This month, there was a large visual update, which added [ trees and flowers] [ twitter-thread-1 ] ,
182+ as well as [ fences and gates] [ twitter-thread-2 ] .
183+
184+ Right now, the team is actively working on setting up a Steam page. Stay
185+ tuned by following the [ newsletter] [ country-slice-newsletter ] !
186+
187+ [ country-slice-newsletter ] : https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/10395/51067704544593017/share
188+ [ twitter-thread-1 ] : https://twitter.com/anastasiaopara/status/1560673892574035969
189+ [ twitter-thread-2 ] : https://twitter.com/anastasiaopara/status/1565629377823395841
190+ [ @anastasiaopara ] : https://twitter.com/anastasiaopara
191+ [ @h3r2tic ] : https://twitter.com/h3r2tic
192+
94193## Engine Updates
95194
195+ ### [ miniquad]
196+
197+ [ ![ diff] ( android_playground.gif )] [ quad-android-playground ]
198+
199+ [ miniquad] is a pure Rust, cross-platform graphics library.
200+
201+ This month was about polishing miniquad-android experience.
202+ To make it easier for regression testing, miniquad got
203+ [ the android playground] [ quad-android-playground ] .
204+
205+ The playground demonstrates all known android shenanigans in
206+ one quad-based app.
207+
208+ It includes:
209+
210+ - onscreen keyboard
211+ - java interop (with file dialog as an example)
212+ - dealing with big java services (with bluetooth as an example)
213+ - accessing permissions, both runtime and compile time
214+
215+ [ miniquad ] : https://github.com/not-fl3/miniquad/
216+ [ quad-android-playground ] : https://github.com/not-fl3/quad-android-playground
217+
218+ ### [ Runty8] [ runty8-repo ]
219+
220+ [ ![ Runty 8 logo] [ runty8-logo ]] [ runty8-repo ]
221+
222+ [ Runty8] [ runty8-repo ] is an experimental port of the [ Pico8] [ pico8-site ]
223+ fantasy console that supports writing games in Rust.
224+
225+ Its current goals are to follow Pico8's APIs as closely as possible,
226+ to allow easily porting existing games to Rust,
227+ as well as developing new games in a familiar development environment.
228+
229+ The project is in very early stages, and is currently looking for contributors.
230+ If you're interested, feel free to read their [ contributing guide] [ runty8-contributing-guide ]
231+ or browse through the [ open issues] [ runty8-open-issues ] .
232+
233+ [ runty8-repo ] : https://github.com/jjant/runty8
234+ [ runty8-contributing-guide ] : https://github.com/jjant/runty8/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md
235+ [ runty8-open-issues ] : https://github.com/jjant/runty8/issues
236+ [ pico8-site ] : https://www.lexaloffle.com/pico-8.php
237+ [ runty8-logo ] : https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/15112080/188467323-037617cf-7dbc-4988-bbd7-fbafd1524455.png
238+
239+ ### [ Gamercade]
240+
241+ ![ Gamercade preview] ( gamercade.gif )
242+ _ Preview of the Audio Editor in Action_
243+
244+ [ Gamercade] ([ Discord] [ Gamercade-Discord ] , [ Github] [ Gamercade-Github ] )
245+ by @RobDavenport is a WASM-powered fantasy console focused
246+ on building multiplayer neo-retro games.
247+
248+ Gamercade is preparing for their first alpha release! This includes all the
249+ core features needed for a fantasy console and game library: input, graphics,
250+ and audio. It also has networked multiplayer, and an editor.
251+
252+ They implemented the in-game sound engine from scratch. They also improved the
253+ editor to allow creation of instruments and tracks. It synthesizes sounds at
254+ runtime, and produces something like an 80s synth, a 90s SoundBlaster, and a
255+ touch of SNES. Songs and Sfx are built using a tracker interface.
256+ [ This video] [ Gamercade-Video ] shows a small sample of what it is capable of.
257+
258+ "Wavetables" are great for classic sounds like 8-bit chiptunes or even more
259+ complicated sounds. "FM Synth" is a 4-op FM synthesizer. Masters of this
260+ technique can produce a huge variety of instruments, effects, and other
261+ otherwordly things. "Sampler" rounds out the rest of the system, providing
262+ pre-recorded sample playback. Samples can be pitched and played as the desired
263+ note.
264+
265+ Come hang out and chat on [ Discord] [ Gamercade-Discord ] , where the developers
266+ interact with members and post updates daily. The project is
267+ [ open source] [ Gamercade-Github ] and looking for contributors, suggestions,
268+ as well as awesome game demos.
269+
270+ [ Gamercade ] : https://gamercade.io
271+ [ Gamercade-Discord ] : https://discord.gg/Qafv2Fpt5j
272+ [ Gamercade-Github ] : https://github.com/gamercade-io/gamercade_console
273+ [ Gamercade-Video ] : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRsOvefap_U
274+
96275## Learning Material Updates
97276
98277## Tooling Updates
@@ -162,11 +341,30 @@ users to define their own dynamic assets.
162341[ bevy_asset_loader ] : https://github.com/NiklasEi/bevy_asset_loader/
163342[ Bevy ] : https://bevyengine.org/
164343
344+ ### [ Notan v0.6] [ Notan ]
345+
346+ ![ notan examples] ( notan.gif )
347+
348+ [ Notan] is a simple and portable layer designed to create your own
349+ apps on top of it without worrying about platform-specific code.
350+
351+ It provides a set of APIs and tools that can be used to create your
352+ project in an ergonomic manner without enforcing any structure or pattern,
353+ sharing the same codebase across multiple platforms.
354+
355+ The main focus for version [ v0.6] was improving how uniforms
356+ are set using the layout std140 for the user with a macro,
357+ among internal fixes and improvements.
358+
359+ [ Notan ] : https://github.com/Nazariglez/notan
360+ [ v0.6 ] : https://github.com/Nazariglez/notan/releases/tag/v0.6.0
361+
165362### [ Shipyard]
166363
167364[ Shipyard] is an Entity Component System focused on usability and speed.
168365
169- 0.6 was released with big improvements to workloads and tracking.
366+ This monthh, 0.6 was released with big improvements to workloads and
367+ tracking.
170368
171369The new [ visualizer] [ shipyard-visualizer ] is a first step towards visual
172370inspection and interaction with the library.
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