deep
A tiny high-performance Lua library for adding drawing layers and Z-axis ordering to any graphics framework.
What is deep?
deep is a lightweight Lua library that adds drawing layers and Z-axis management to graphics frameworks like Love2D. It replaces manual sorting of draw calls with a queue-based system where developers schedule actions with integer Z indices, which are then executed in precise order, simplifying rendering logic.
Lua developers, particularly those using Love2D or other Lua graphics frameworks for game development or real-time applications, who need efficient and organized rendering of layered graphics.
Developers choose deep for its minimal API (just three functions), high performance with low overhead, and framework-agnostic design that abstracts complex Z-sorting into an intuitive queue-based system, reducing boilerplate code.
Overview
Adds drawing layers to Love2D (or any Lua framework)
Use Cases
Best For
- Managing Z-order rendering in 2D games built with Love2D or similar Lua frameworks.
- Creating multiple independent drawing layers (e.g., background, game objects, UI) that render sequentially.
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