Unreal Engine·2yIntroducing 'Epic Games Game Design Professional Certificate' on Coursera
Many indie and mobile game developers are transitioning to Unreal Engine due to its advanced stylized graphics and versatile development capabilities. Seven games that made this switch have experienced significant benefits as a result.
YouTube·2yHow to Start Making Games with No Experience
Starting game development with no experience can be daunting, but choosing the right tools makes it simpler. Beginners should consider using Scratch for easy visual scripting or game engines like Construct 3, GameMaker, or GDevelop. For those willing to code, engines like Unity or Godot are excellent. Recreating classic games like Pong or Space Invaders helps to understand the essentials. Utilize online tutorials, courses, and forums for guidance, and don't hesitate to experiment with small projects or join game jams for practice.
Gamefromscratch·2yQuixel Megascans to be 100% FREE FOR EVERYONE UNTIL END OF 2024!!! ...Then Free For Nobody.
Quixel Megascans will be free for everyone until the end of 2024 when accessed through the new Epic Games marketplace, Fab. This includes textures, 3D objects, and more, available for all game engines, not just Unreal Engine. From 2025, Quixel Megascans will no longer be free, so users are encouraged to acquire assets before the deadline to retain perpetual usage rights.
Gamefromscratch·2yAwesome Godot, Unreal and Unity Game Audio Bundle -- Plugins, Sound Effects & Music
A new Humble Bundle, Audio Alchemy by Avani Sounds, offers a collection of sound effects, music packs, and audio plugins designed specifically for game development. The bundle includes different tiers, allowing buyers to access previous bundles without repetition of assets, except for audio plugins. It provides plugins for Unreal Engine, Unity, and Godot, enabling dynamic integration of sound effects and music that can adapt to in-game events. The plugins are demonstrated with examples, showcasing their utility in creating immersive audio experiences in games.
Gamefromscratch·2yUnreal To Godot in One Click -- A Game Changing Tool for Godot Engine Developers!
Mike introduces a powerful new tool for Godot Engine developers that allows seamless export of assets from Unreal Engine to Godot with minimal effort. This tool makes it possible to easily utilize free and bundled assets from the Unreal Marketplace in Godot projects by converting them, including comprehensive support for visual shaders, levels, and prefabs. The tool opens up opportunities to use a wide range of Unreal assets in Godot, making game development more accessible and efficient.
Game Developers·2yGreetings All
A seasoned web developer is transitioning into game development and seeking advice on whether to use web technologies like Phaser or switch to game engines like Unity or Unreal for creating a multiplayer RPG. The developer will start studying game development at university this October.
Code Monkey·2yGet 5 AWESOME Bundles at 97% OFF! (Tools and Assets, plus Top 20 NEW Visuals)
Multiple bundles offering tools, assets, and courses for game developers are currently available at 97-98% off. The offerings include Blender courses, pre-made assets for various game genres, animation packs, and more. The post highlights specifics such as low poly character creation, animation techniques, realistic assets, and a list of the top 20 new visual assets as of September 24th. Limited-time discounts and coupon codes are also mentioned.
Gamefromscratch·2yUnreal Engine August 2024 Free Assets
Unreal Engine's monthly free assets for August 2024 include five items: three graphical packs, one engine plugin, and one game prototyping kit. Highlighted assets include modular Old Town, Slavic Village, low poly nature packs, and a turn-based strategy RPG template reminiscent of Heroes of Might and Magic. These assets are free to download and keep if acquired before the first Tuesday of the following month.
Jendrik Illner·2yGraphics Programming weekly - Issue 356 - September 8th, 2024
The post covers multiple topics in graphics programming, including the Radiance Cascades GI technique, the use of noise in procedural generation, and writing deterministic algorithms. Additionally, it features a video explaining normal maps and procedural loading indicators in game engines like Unity and Unreal. It also includes talks from SIGGRAPH 2024 and discusses various advanced techniques for shadow rendering and image upscaling.