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How to Create a 3D Survival Game in Godot 4 with GDScript
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How to Create a 3D Survival Game in Godot 4 with GDScript

Learn to Create a First Person Survival Game with Godot 4 and GDScript. Systems, Gameplay, Design, You'll Learn it All
Created byEerik Hirvonen
Last updated 9/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Master Godot Game Development: Learn 2D, 3D, AI, Physics, Animations, Audio and Much More!
  • Robust Systems Architecture in Godot: Global Communication, Controllers, Configs, Custom Resources
  • Clean Gameplay Systems in GDScript: Managers, Multithreading, Composition, Inheritance, Viewports
  • Overcome Common Game Development Obstacles Easily, Using: Raycasting, Physics Layers, UI Layers, Rendering Techniques
  • Better File Hierarchy
  • Using Plugins in Godot
  • Overall Creating Clean, Scalable and Flexible Systems as an Extremely Solid Base for Bigger Games

Course content

5 sections • 48 lectures • 14h 55m total length

  • Note0:25

    Hi all, glad to see you here!

    Important note before you start:

    This course is an intermediate level course, so it would be good if you know the basics of Godot (nodes, scenes, signals and autoload) and GDScript (variables, functions, classes) before you start. You can learn the basics in youtube in 30 minutes.

    Also, every Godot editor has a good documentation included, so I recommend you to check docs if you don't know what some built-in function or class does. We will also use the docs together during the course.

    That being said, glad to have you here, good luck and cheers!

Requirements

  • Small understanding of game engines or programming will help you, but not necessary

Description

Upd: Works in Godot 4.5!

Welcome to our comprehensive course on creating a captivating 3D first-person survival game using the Godot Engine 4 and GDScript programming language. Embark on an exciting journey where you'll dive deep into game development, mastering essential skills to craft immersive gameplay experiences.

This is an advanced level course, so I recommend knowing the basics of Godot, like nodes, scenes and GDScript, before starting this one. Everything else will be covered on the course!

Throughout this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to bring your game ideas to life. Learn the fundamentals of game design as you build a first-person survival game from scratch, complete with intricate mechanics such as item gathering, crafting, hunting, cooking, and building.

One of the core focuses of this course is on establishing a solid systems architecture. You'll delve into creating a well-structured project file hierarchy and develop high-quality, flexible, and scalable game systems with clean and efficient code. By the end, you'll possess the skills to create games that are not only engaging but also easily maintainable and expandable.

Here's a glimpse of what we'll cover:

  • Implementing a first-person controller

  • Mastering raycasts for precise object detection and interaction

  • Adding immersion with sound effects and animations

  • Enhancing visual effects with particles and tweens

  • Implementing a state machine AI for enemy behavior

  • Establishing a global event system for efficient communication between game elements

  • Designing robust inventory and item equipping systems

  • Implementing a dynamic day and night cycle for realistic gameplay

  • Enhancing visual aesthetics with a water shader and custom lighting effects

  • Utilizing plugins for added functionality and multithreading for improved performance

  • Creating custom resources

By the end of this course, you'll have the skills and confidence to create your own 3D first-person survival game, ready to share with the world. Join us on this thrilling adventure and turn your game development dreams into reality!

Who this course is for:

  • Game developers who want to learn more sophisticated and clean systems architecture and game systems
  • Beginners who want to start their game development journey with a strong foundation

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