How Do I: Integrate Geolocation into my Windows 8 Game?

Posted: Oct 10, 2012 at 10:30 AM
By: FrankieFresh, ChrisCaldwell
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Abstract:
Integrating Geolocation into your Windows 8 Game is fast, easy, and can be implemented on any Windows 8 capable hardware.

In this screencast, we will cover the differences in determining location in HTML5 and in Windows RT, what steps the platform takes to protect end users’ privacy, as well as think up scenarios where location can add value to a game.

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download Windows 8 Release Preview and Windows 8 SDK
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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