Best of GodotJanuary 2025

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    Make an MMO with Godot 4 + Golang: Database setup for persistent game world

    Learn how to set up a SQLite database for a Godot 4 MMO using Golang. This guide covers establishing a connection, handling user registration and login, and writing SQL queries without using an ORM. Follow along to implement a secure and persistent game world. By the end of this tutorial, you'll have a functioning login system and the groundwork for more complex game logic.

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    Godot C# packages move to .NET 8

    Godot 4.4 will now target .NET 8, updating from .NET 6 which ends support in November 2024. Existing Godot projects will be automatically upgraded to target .NET 8 when opened with Godot 4.4. Users are encouraged to upgrade to the latest version of Godot to benefit from the latest fixes and improvements.

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    Avatar of gamefromscratchGamefromscratch·1y

    Better Coding in Godot

    A powerful add-on called Script IDE has been recommended for enhancing the GD script development experience in the Godot game engine. The add-on provides features similar to those found in Visual Studio Code, including tab management, quick search, and configurable hotkeys. It offers a more streamlined, efficient workflow for developers, and is customizable to suit different preferences. Users interested should install it via the asset library and can configure its settings as needed.

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    Modeling a car in Blender for Godot full process

    Learn the full process of modeling a car in Blender, importing it into Godot, and setting it up with the vehicle control node through a detailed video tutorial.

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    Dev snapshot: Godot 4.4 beta 1

    Godot 4.4 beta 1 marks the start of the feature freeze for the 4.4 release cycle, focused on fixing bugs and improving performance. New features include game window embedding, Apple Game Controller improvements, support for MetalFX upscaling on macOS and iOS, and enhanced shader and animation tools. The release also brings breaking changes in key areas like UID support and string handling. Developers are encouraged to test and report bugs to ensure a timely final release.

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    An Awesome Way to Learn Godot in 2025

    Mike from Game from Scratch introduces the 2025 Complete Godot Course Bundle from Zenva, offering a mix of beginner and intermediate courses on game development with the Godot engine. The bundle is available at a reduced price on Humble, with most courses being new and exclusive to this bundle. It includes a variety of topics and a learning pathway to help users progress in their skills. The courses come with PDF notes, source code, and an AI tutor for assistance.