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Basic Introduction to PyGame

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PyGame is a free framework for Python that provides modules designed to write video games. It is built on top of the Simple DirectMedia Layer Library (SDL) that provides easy access to sound and visual elements.

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Kelly, S. (2016). Basic Introduction to PyGame. In: Python, PyGame and Raspberry Pi Game Development. Apress, Berkeley, CA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-2517-2_9

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