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Jumpstart Game Development: Create Custom Platformers!
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Jumpstart Game Development: Create Custom Platformers!

Platformer Game Mastery: Design, Development, and Creativity Unleashed"
Created byOmar Zaki
Last updated 12/2023
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Grasp platformer game design fundamentals, transforming your creative concepts into engaging game mechanics.
  • Analyze and dissect classic platformer examples, gaining insights into successful design and player engagement strategies.
  • Apply hands-on techniques through structured exercises, developing your skills in building unique platformer game levels.
  • Cultivate the ability to critically evaluate and refine your platformer projects, ensuring a polished and enjoyable player experience.

Course content

3 sections • 8 lectures • 1h 50m total length

  • Platformer Section Overview1:13

    Explore platformer fundamentals by examining 2d and 3d spaces, velocity and movement, and jumping mechanics. Learn gravity concepts and Godot-specific components for exercises and examples across engines.

  • Lecture 1 - Positions12:22

    Learn how to position objects in Godot using vector two and vector three, understand 2D and 3D coordinate systems, and access node properties with self, dollar sign, or get_node.

  • Lecture 2 - Moving Positions10:55

    Move a 2d object from point a to point b using x and y coordinates, updating position on each tick in Godot with delta and a speed variable.

  • Lecture 2.1 - Velocity7:22

    Move objects in a 2d Godot scene using velocity, velocity.x and velocity.y, and the move and slide method to model acceleration and gravity.

  • lecture 3 - Jumping & Gravity9:17

    Explains emulating real-life jumping by applying gravity and ground checks in Godot, using velocity.y and a negative jump value for a believable platformer.

Requirements

  • No Previous Experience Required!

Description

Unlock the Secrets of Platformer Game Creation

Welcome to this course! – a course that takes you on a thrilling journey into the world of game development. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced game enthusiast, this course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to design, develop, and launch your very own platformer games.

Comprehensive Learning in Three Phases:

  1. Conceptualization: Begin by understanding the core principles of platformer game design. Learn how to brainstorm and conceptualize your game ideas, turning abstract concepts into potential game mechanics and narratives.

  2. Examples: Dive into analyzing classic and modern platformer games. Understand what makes them successful, the intricacies of their design, and how they manage to captivate players. This analysis will provide a solid foundation for your own game development process.

  3. Hands-On Exercises: The course offers a variety of practical exercises that will guide you through the actual process of creating a game. From level design to character development, you'll gain first-hand experience in every aspect of game creation.


Beyond This Course:

With this course under your belt, you will have mastered the overall structure of any platformer YOU wish to create! I would love to see what you can now do! Now go forth and practice creating your own ideas! Good luck and keep coding!

Who this course is for:

  • Beginners in Game Development: If you're taking your first steps into the world of game creation, this course will provide you with a solid foundation. You'll learn the basics of game design and development in a fun and engaging way.
  • Hobbyists and Game Enthusiasts: Those who love playing platformer games and have always wanted to create their own will find this course invaluable. Transform your passion into creative output and bring your game ideas to life.
  • Indie Game Developers: For independent developers seeking to expand their skills in platformer games, this course offers insights into design principles, level creation, and user engagement strategies.

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