The subtitle "Developing Autonomous Bots for Oline Games" reveals what to expect. You don't need to be a wizard to transform a game you like into a game you love. Bring your knowledge of Windows-based development and memory management, and Nick Cano will teach you what you need to become a true game hacker. Learn the basics, like reverse engineering, assembly code analysis, programmatic memory manipulation, and code injection.

Author: Nick Cano 
Publisher: No Starch Press
Date: July 20, 2016
Pages: 304
ISBN: 978-1593276690
Print: 1593276699
Kindle: B01J4NKSRI
Category: Graphics & Games   

With hands-on example code and practice binaries learn how to: 

• Scan and modify memory with Cheat Engine
• Explore program structure and execution flow with OllyDbg
• Log processes and pinpoint useful data files with Process Monitor
• Manipulate control flow through NOPing, hooking, and more
• Locate and dissect common game memory structures 

Discover the secrets behind common game bots, including: 

• Extrasensory perception hacks, such as wallhacks and heads-up displays
• Responsive hacks, such as autohealers and combo bots
• Bots with artificial intelligence, such as cave walkers and automatic looters

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