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

Samples focused on 2D graphics, gameplay, and mechanics.

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

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3D Samples

Samples focused on 3D graphics, rendering, and effects.

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

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Networking Samples

Samples demonstrating networking and multiplayer features using MonoGame.Xna.Framework.Net.

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

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Miscellaneous Samples

Samples demonstrating platform features, content management, and other concepts.

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

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