MonoGame.Samples

MonoGame Samples

This repository contains a collection of cross-platform MonoGame samples and game projects. Each sample demonstrates different game development concepts, features, or genres. For detailed information about each sample, see the linked README in each sub-directory.

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2D Samples

Project	Description
2DShaderSample	Custom 2D shader effects in MonoGame.
Aiming	Aiming mechanics and input handling.
BouncingBox	Simple physics sample with bouncing boxes.
CatapultWars	Classic catapult game mechanics.
ChaseAndEvade	AI sample showing chase and evade behaviors.
CollisionSample	Collision detection techniques.
Draw2D	Basic 2D drawing and sprite rendering.
FarseerPhysics	Physics engine integration sample.
Flocking	Flocking AI behaviors.
GameDevelopmentbyExample	4 2D samples from the "XNA Game Development by Example" book.
GameStateManagement	Sample for managing game states and screens.
GooCursor	Custom cursor rendering and effects.
HoneycombRush	Arcade-style honeycomb collection game.
Input	Input handling for keyboard, mouse, and gamepad.
InputReporter	Displays live input values for controllers.
MultiTouch	Multi-touch input support.
PacMan	Cross-platform Pac-Man clone.
ParticleSample	Particle systems and effects.
Primitives	Drawing primitive shapes (lines, points).
RectangleCollisionSample	Rectangle collision detection.
RenderTarget2DSample	Render-to-texture techniques.
RockRain	Arcade-style falling rocks game.
RolePlayingGame	RPG sample with tile engine and menus.
StarWarrior	Classic space shooter sample.
TouchGesture	Touch gesture and mouse support.
Waypoint	AI navigation and waypoint sample.

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3D Samples

Project	Description
Audio3D	3D audio positioning and effects.
BloomSample	Bloom post-processing effects.
Colored3DCube	Renders a colored 3D cube.
Graphics3DSample	Advanced 3D graphics techniques.
LensFlare	Lens flare post-processing effects.
ReachGraphicsDemo	Demonstrates Reach profile graphics features.
ShadowMapping	Demonstrates shadow mapping techniques in 3D.
ShatterEffectSample	3D shatter effect demonstration.

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Networking Samples

Project	Description
CatapultNetWars	Networked multiplayer catapult game.
MonoGame.Xna.Framework.Net	Networking API compatibility sample.
NetRumble	Networked multiplayer space shooter.
NetworkPrediction	Networked gameplay prediction and synchronization.
Peer2PeerSample	Peer-to-peer multiplayer tank game.

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Miscellaneous Samples

Project	Description
AdMob	Integrate AdMob ads into a MonoGame project.
BackgroundThreadTester	Using background threads in game logic.
BatteryStatus	Battery status and power management.
CompiledContent	Pre-built content files for other samples.
GameComponents	Using and managing game components.
SamplesContentBuilder	Build and load content assets using MonoGame's content pipeline.
Sound	Cross-platform sound playback.

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For platform-specific details, build instructions, and troubleshooting, see each sample's README.