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Unreal Engine 5: 2.5D Platformer
Rating: 4.3 out of 5(42 ratings)
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Unreal Engine 5: 2.5D Platformer

Learn the basics of Unreal Engine 5 and create your first 2.5D platformer game! Journey from beginner to advanced!
Created byDonovan Doroin
Last updated 1/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Build a complete 2.5D platformer game from scratch in Unreal Engine 5.
  • Understand the fundamentals of Unreal Engine 5, including project setup, editor navigation, and asset management.
  • Implement gameplay mechanics like character controls, platforms, HUDs, and item pickups.
  • Design and implement game logic, such as enemy behavior, basic combat system, respawn systems, and player damage.
  • Learn how to integrate and customize UI elements like a HUD

Course content

10 sections • 42 lectures • 4h 56m total length

  • Introduction to Unreal Engine6:56
  • Installing Epic Games Launcher and UE2:16
  • Creating a Project4:20

    Navigate Unreal Engine's interface to access news, samples, and fab assets, install and launch version 5.4.4, and create a blank blueprint project from the games templates.

  • Editor Layout8:35
  • Manipulating Objects8:28
  • Viewport Settings6:35
  • Filetype and Content Browser5:18

    Explore the content browser as the central hub for assets, import templates like the third-person pack, and navigate blueprints, characters, meshes, maps, and input actions.

  • Play Settings5:24

    Master testing and debugging in Unreal Engine 5 with the editor play controls. Switch between play modes like new editor window, standalone, and simulate to refine gameplay.

  • Change Startup Map2:07
  • Downloading Assets (Fab)3:54

Requirements

  • No prior experience with Unreal Engine is required, but having some basic programming or game development knowledge is helpful.
  • A computer that meets Unreal Engine 5's minimum hardware requirements.

Description

Dive into the world of game development and bring your creative ideas to life with Unreal Engine 5, the industry-standard game development toolset! This comprehensive course is designed to guide you step by step through the process of creating a polished 2.5D platformer game from scratch. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience in game design, this course provides the tools and techniques to help you succeed.

The journey begins with the basics of Unreal Engine 5, where you’ll learn how to set up a project, navigate the editor, and manage assets effectively. As you build your foundation, you’ll start creating a game world, complete with interactive elements, character mechanics, and dynamic environments. From implementing precise character controls to designing unique levels with platforms and moving objects, this course covers every detail necessary to build a fully functional game.

You’ll also explore advanced gameplay systems, including HUD creation, item pickups, and respawn mechanics. Along the way, and craft seamless animations. Each lesson is designed to combine practical development techniques with creative insights, ensuring you gain both technical skills and design knowledge.

This course doesn’t stop at gameplay mechanics—it also covers essential aspects of game design, such as creating engaging enemy behaviors, building checkpoints, and designing user-friendly menus. By the end of the course, you’ll have a complete game that showcases your creativity, technical expertise, and understanding of game development principles.

Unreal Engine 5 is an incredibly powerful platform that enables developers to create professional-quality games, and this course is your gateway to mastering it. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications, this course empowers you to create games that not only work but captivate players.

Whether you dream of becoming a game developer, want to explore Unreal Engine for the first time, or simply enjoy creating interactive experiences, this course is the perfect starting point. Join today and take your first step into the exciting world of game development with Unreal Engine 5!

Who this course is for:

  • Beginners who want to learn Unreal Engine 5 and start building games.
  • Aspiring game developers interested in creating 2.5D platformer games.
  • Intermediate developers looking to improve their skills in game mechanics, blueprint development, and good programming practices.
  • Indie developers, hobbyists and students exploring game development as a creative outlet.

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