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Ideal for aspiring developers, this course offers hands-on Unity game development with 2D/3D projects. Basic Unity and C# knowledge recommended.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
Ideal for aspiring developers, this course offers hands-on Unity game development with 2D/3D projects. Basic Unity and C# knowledge recommended.
Identify and describe the key components of Unity 2023's interface and functionality.
Explain the process of creating 2D and 3D games using Unity.
Implement C# scripts to control game mechanics and interactions.
Break down game development tasks into manageable steps to build functional game projects.
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Embark on a journey into game development with Unity 2023, a leading game engine used by professionals around the world. This course is designed to take you from installation to mastering the development of six different games. You’ll start with the basics—installing and setting up Unity—before diving into game creation. The course begins with a 2D Egg Catcher game, where you'll learn fundamental concepts like setting up scenes, creating player controls, and implementing game mechanics.
As you progress, the complexity of the games increases, allowing you to deepen your understanding of Unity's capabilities. You’ll build a 2D endless runner, a block dodger game, and a 3D maze ball game, each focusing on different aspects of game development, such as object manipulation, physics, and user interface design. By the time you reach the 3D endless runner and the 3D ball coin collecting game, you will be confident in handling more advanced Unity features like 3D environment creation and game management systems. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn C# scripting, an essential skill for customizing game behavior and functionality in Unity. The scripting section is detailed, starting from the basics and gradually moving to more complex concepts like arrays, loops, and conditional statements. By the end of the course, you’ll have a portfolio of six games and a solid foundation in Unity game development, positioning you to tackle more ambitious projects or advance your career in the gaming industry. Aspiring game developers looking to learn Unity from scratch. Programmers interested in expanding their skills into game development. Intermediate Unity users seeking to refine their skills by building multiple game projects. No prior experience in game development is required, but basic programming knowledge is beneficial.
In this module, we will introduce the course objectives and guide you through the installation and setup of Unity 2023. You'll gain an understanding of what to expect in the upcoming sections and how to prepare your development environment for success.
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In this module, we will guide you through the creation of your first game—an engaging 2D Egg Catcher game. You'll learn to set up the game scene, program key gameplay mechanics, design intuitive UI elements, and finally, publish your game for Android devices.
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In this module, we will build the Dino Run game, a 2D endless runner that challenges players with continuous gameplay and unpredictable obstacles. You will learn how to create a smooth scrolling background, design responsive character animations, and implement critical game mechanics. By the end, you'll have a polished game complete with menus and score tracking, ready to captivate your players.
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In this module, we will develop the Block Dodger Android game, focusing on creating a seamless and engaging gameplay experience. You'll learn how to set up the game environment, design responsive controls, and implement a system for spawning obstacles. By the end, you'll be able to package your game into an APK and prepare it for Android devices.
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In this module, we will develop the 3D Maze Ball game, a challenging and visually engaging project that will test your skills in 3D game design. You will learn to create and navigate complex mazes, control the ball's movement, and integrate essential gameplay elements like a restart function. By the end, you'll have a polished game with improved mechanics and user interface, ready for players to enjoy.
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In this module, we will focus on building the 3D Endless Runner game for Android. You will learn how to design and develop the essential components of an endless runner, ensuring it performs well on mobile devices. By the end of this section, you’ll have a fully functional 3D game, ready to captivate players on the Android platform.
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In this module, we will create a 3D Ball Coin Collecting game, where you will control a ball and collect coins scattered throughout the game environment. You'll learn essential game development skills in Unity, from player movement to scoring mechanics, culminating in a fully functional game. By the end, you’ll have a complete game, showcasing your ability to build interactive 3D experiences from the ground up.
In this module, we will embark on a comprehensive journey through C# scripting tailored for Unity game development. Starting from the basics, you'll explore the structure of scripts, learn how to manage data with variables, and control game behavior with functions and loops. By the end, you will have a solid grasp of C# scripting, empowering you to bring your Unity projects to life with more advanced and efficient coding practices.
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Packt helps tech professionals put software to work by distilling and sharing the working knowledge of their peers. Packt is an established global technical learning content provider, founded in Birmingham, UK, with over twenty years of experience delivering premium, rich content from groundbreaking authors on a wide range of emerging and popular technologies.
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