SFML

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SFML

SFML is a framework that uses C++, this is the most sensible way of creating a game in C++. To learn the basics of C++ check out:

C++ Basics

Otherwise you will have to code every aspect of your game, including the mundane tasks such as listening for key presses or drawing a Sprite to the screen.

Information

SFML website

SFML Tutorials Page

Alternatives

Other options, instead of SFML could be:

  • OpenGL
  • SDL (SDL2)

Both options would be more intensive and more difficult than SFML.

SFML TRC Tutorials

C++ Creating A Project

C++ Drawing to the screen

C++ Input & Movement

C++ Creating & Drawing a Map