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Downloading the starter-kit
In order to create any CRYENGINE game, there is a need to have a clear place to start. For us, this comes as a blank slate using my very own starter-kit. By using it, we rid ourselves of overcomplications and gain several advantages:
- All code written is ours, so we have a clear and precise understanding of what the code does.
- All code written is specifically for our game, so we don't have unnecessary code bloat.
- Since all of our code is exactly and only what we need, our code will run faster.
- All starter-kit code is written cleanly and is heavily documented. This allows us to have a better understanding of how to use CRYENGINE's interfaces.
Now that we know why we will be using my starter-kit, let's see how to download it:
- Navigate to the download page at http://www.cryengine.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=355&t=124265. It should look like this:
- Scroll down the page to the Download section and download Version 2.1.0 by clicking on its link.
Note
For the sake of clarity and consistency, even if there is a newer version of the starter-kit available, it is strongly recommended that you stick with Version 2.1.0. Version 2.1.0 of the starter-kit is fully compatible with CRYENGINE Version 3.8.1 and, as such, it is strongly recommended that you use that version for the remainder of this book.