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    Talking newbie question!

    I'm programming a little game.
    I'm using pictureboxes with a move function and a timer. But it's not efficient. What should I use and how?

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    You should use bitblt, an API call. You can learn about it from this link:

    http://vbden.tripod.com/articles/invmask.htm

    or Fox's website:

    http://foxmccloud.tsx.org/
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    There's also an article on how to make a Lander game here at VB-World
    Code:
    Temp = Me.GetIQ()
    'Error 9: Overflow
    'DON'T PANIC! :eek:

    To learn how to use realistic effects in your games like fire, rain, snow and magic effects, read my article on particles systems here.


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