starting flash game development

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Published on 2010-05-03T10:08:29Z Indexed on 2010/05/03 17:08 UTC
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where to begin ? i want to create multiplayer flash games using Union (any experience?)

but which IDE and prerequisites do i need to begin ?

also, what does Flex mean ?

thank you.

p.s. what is the best way to purchase Game assets ? ex) 2d sprites...i've given up trying to design my own. i need to outsource (any dedicated place for finding offshore artists?) or buy some package.

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