Real Time Games With Laravel
I want to build a game. No, I'm not talking about some intricate RPG; just a nice simple game of Tic-Tac-Toe. But my version of the game will be online, with real-time moves, using websockets, Reverb and Echo. Why don't you come along with me as we put all these pieces together to craft the ultimate version of noughts and crosses!
Series episodes
Matchmaking (2)
Basic Matchmaking
8m 40sKickstart your game with basic matchmaking! Learn to build models, migrations, and controllers that let players create and join games effortlessly.
Joining a Game
20m 56sDisplay available games and let players join instantly from the dashboard. Use Reverb for real-time updates that remove joined games seamlessly.
Building the Game Board (2)
Board Basics
10m 32sBuild a dynamic tic-tac-toe board in Vue. Learn to track game state, switch players, and display a clean, interactive grid for smooth gameplay.
Calculating Victory
7m 42sAutomate victory detection in your tic-tac-toe game using simple math and loops. Make your online game interactive and seamless with smart win calculation.
Adding a Second Player (3)
Player 2 Has Joined the Game
13m 27sUse Laravel’s PresenceChannel to show when Player 2 joins a game. Enhance real-time interaction and keep players informed seamlessly and instantly.
Let's Take Turns
14m 46sBuild a real-time 2-player game using Laravel Events, Echo, Websockets, Queues, and Databases. Learn to sync gameplay smoothly and engage users instantly!
Quiet as a Whisper
7m 19sSpeed up real-time tic-tac-toe moves with Laravel Whispers. Reduce delays and create a smoother, instant gameplay experience for both players.
