Game Developers·2yWhich Engine (or Framework) Did You Start With?
A one-year game developer shares their experience starting with Unity and then switching to Godot due to hardware limitations. They seek insights on others' starting engines or frameworks and ask for tips on learning game development frameworks.
YouTube·2y6 Years of Learning Game Development
Over six years, the author transitioned from a novice game developer to a seasoned professional, utilizing Unity and Unreal Engine. They shared experiences from early arcade games and 2D projects to complex 3D games and indie releases. The post touches on team dynamics, solo projects, feature creep, and the challenges of VR game development. The author also highlights their career as an instructor and their pivot to creating game development tutorials.
Game Developers·2yThe Beauty of Godot and Open Source Game Develpment
Godot is highly recommended for beginners in game development due to its ease of use and the ability to participate in large projects. Thrive, an open-source game similar to Spore 2 and developed under the GNU GPLv3.0-or-later, is suggested as a good starting point, especially for those familiar with Unity, as it uses C#.
Unity·2yGame programming patterns with Unity 6
An updated edition of the e-book *Level up your code with design patterns and SOLID* for Unity is now available, featuring enhanced content and a sample project based on Unity 6. This guide covers key design patterns including Factory, Object Pooling, Singleton, Command, State, Observer, MVP, MVVM, Strategy, Flyweight, and Dirty Flag, and includes actionable examples for implementing SOLID principles. The sample project can be downloaded from the Unity Asset Store and follows the concepts explained in the guide.
Unity·2yLearn and Build Multiplayer Games this Summer with Unity 6
This summer, focus on building multiplayer games with Unity 6. Take advantage of new learning materials, webinars, and live streams designed to help you utilize Unity's latest multiplayer features. Learn how to implement LiveOps for better player retention and get up to speed with Unity 6 Preview packages like Multiplayer Play Mode and the Multiplayer Services Package. Join community sessions on Twitch and download the new VR Multiplayer Template to create immersive games for Meta Quest and other OpenXR devices.
JetBrains·2yJoin Us for JetBrains GameDev Days 2024
Join JetBrains GameDev Days 2024 for a hybrid event on October 9-10. The event features experts discussing topics like CI/CD processes, Unity's DOTS, C# scripting, and game development with Godot. In-person sessions will occur on October 9, followed by an online event on October 10. Talks will cover Unreal Engine development, mobile game development, Godot with Kotlin, and more. Sessions will be streamed live on YouTube and will remain available afterward.
Gamefromscratch·2yGame Creators Mega Bundle - GameMaker | Godot | RPG Maker | Unity
Mike discusses two Humble Bundles relevant to game developers: the Game Dev TV's Unreal Engine flash sale and a comprehensive game creator Mega Bundle aimed at RPG makers. The Unreal Engine sale includes six courses and a material pack, though Mike notes it's not the best value compared to past sales. The Mega Bundle offers 110 assets for $20, spanning meshes, models, animations, and more for RPG Maker, Unity, GameMaker, and Godot. It includes assets with some licensing restrictions, especially from VisuStella. Mike highlights various asset packs and their adaptability for game development.
Game Developers·2yLooking too learn C# for unity 3D
A newcomer to Unity with experience in Roblox Studio and Unreal Engine 5 is seeking assistance in learning C#. They have a basic understanding of Unity's lighting, scripting, and general engine functionalities. They provided their Discord user ID for those interested in teaching them.
Unity·2yShader Graph Tutorial for Unity HDRP & URP
Unity's Shader Graph team has released a new set of over 25 Shader Graph assets along with tutorials that demonstrate how to create realistic environments. These assets, supporting both HDRP and URP, allow users to modify and build on them quickly without starting from scratch. Key features include pre-made shaders for terrain, rocks, water, and decals. Users can import these samples via the Package Manager for streamlined shader creation and optimization.