{"product_id":"game-hacking-isbn-9781593276690","title":"Game Hacking","description":"You don’t need to be a wizard to transform a game you like into a game you love. Imagine if you could give your favorite PC game a more informative heads-up display or instantly collect all that loot from your latest epic battle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBring your knowledge of Windows-based development and memory management, and \u003ci\u003eGame Hacking\u003c\/i\u003e 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, and hone your new skills with hands-on example code and practice binaries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLevel up as you learn how to:\u003cbr\u003e–Scan and modify memory with Cheat Engine\u003cbr\u003e–Explore program structure and execution flow with OllyDbg\u003cbr\u003e–Log processes and pinpoint useful data files with Process Monitor\u003cbr\u003e–Manipulate control flow through NOPing, hooking, and more\u003cbr\u003e–Locate and dissect common game memory structures\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou’ll even discover the secrets behind common game bots, including:\u003cbr\u003e–Extrasensory perception hacks, such as wallhacks and heads-up displays\u003cbr\u003e–Responsive hacks, such as autohealers and combo bots\u003cbr\u003e–Bots with artificial intelligence, such as cave walkers and automatic looters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGame hacking might seem like black magic, but it doesn’t have to be. Once you understand how bots are made, you’ll be better positioned to defend against them in your own games. Journey through the inner workings of PC games with \u003ci\u003eGame Hacking\u003c\/i\u003e, and leave with a deeper understanding of both game design and computer security.Introduction\u003cbr\u003ePART 1: TOOLS OF THE TRADE\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1: Scanning Memory Using Cheat Engine\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2: Debugging Games with OllyDbg\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3: Reconnaissance with Process Monitor and Process Explorer\u003cbr\u003ePART 2: GAME DISSECTION\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4: From Code to Memory: A General Primer\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5: Advanced Memory Forensics\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6: Reading from and Writing to Game Memory\u003cbr\u003ePART 3: PROCESS PUPPETEERING\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7: Code Injection\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8: Manipulating Control Flow in a Game\u003cbr\u003ePART 4: CREATING BOTS\u003cbr\u003eChapter 9: Using Extrasensory Perception to Ward Off Fog of War\u003cbr\u003eChapter 10: Responsive Hacks\u003cbr\u003eChapter 11: Putting It All Together: Writing Autonomous Bots1\u003cbr\u003eChapter 12: Staying Hidden“\u003ci\u003eGame Hacking\u003c\/i\u003e contains more than just interesting material; it contains an education. Budding programmers and game designers will gain critical insights. Perhaps, for someone with the predisposition and the will to develop their skills, this book could even kick-start a new career.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Josh Townsend, IT Security\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eGame Hacking\u003c\/i\u003e makes for both a great read straight through or as a desk reference when reversing games or abusing Windows process memory. I give the book 9 out of 10 stars, as probably one of the best technical computer security books I have read in a while.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Dan Borges, LockBoxx\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eNick Cano\u003c\/b\u003e wrote his first scripts for open source game servers when he was 12 and has been a part of the game-hacking community ever since. He has years of experience in detecting and defending against malware, and advises developers and designers on best practices to protect their games against bots. Nick has spoken about his research and tools at many conferences.","brand":"No Starch Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304299614437,"sku":"NP9781593276690","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781593276690.jpg?v=1767727847","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/game-hacking-isbn-9781593276690","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}