Solo Dev Version Control in Unreal Engine with Git & GitHub

Name: Solo Dev Version Control in Unreal Engine with Git & GitHub
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The Easiest Way to Use Git & GitHub with Unreal Engine 5. A Visual, No-Terminal Guide for Solo Developers (Windows Only)

Created byJamal Said

Last updated 1/2026

English

What you'll learn

Implement a complete, production-ready version control workflow that you can immediately apply to any of your current or future Unreal Engine projects.
Set up a professional Git environment for Unreal Engine 5 using GitHub, TortoiseGit, and Git LFS, all without using the command line.
Manage and track your game assets from both Windows Explorer and directly inside the Unreal Editor using its built-in Revision Control system.
Perform all essential Git operations visually, including committing changes, pushing backups to GitHub, and reverting mistakes with confidence.
Visually compare changes in any project file, from text-based configs with WinMerge to complex Blueprints and Maps with Perforce P4Merge.
Restore a complete, working copy of your project from a remote GitHub backup, ensuring your hard work is always safe from data loss.

Course content

7 sections • 20 lectures • 48m total length

Introduction1:41
Welcome to the course! In this introductory lecture, you will get an overview of the entire tutorial. You will learn about the importance of version control for solo game developers and understand how using visual tools like Git, GitHub, and TortoiseGit on Windows can create a powerful, terminal-free workflow for managing your Unreal Engine 5 projects with professional confidence.
Learning Objectives1:11
By the end of this lecture, you will have a clear roadmap of the skills you'll acquire throughout the course. You will be able to list the key learning outcomes, including understanding Git concepts, using TortoiseGit for Git operations, integrating Git within Unreal Engine 5, managing large files with Git LFS, and using diff tools like WinMerge and P4Merge to compare changes.
Who This Tutorial Is For1:34
This lecture will help you determine if this course is the right fit for you. After watching, you will be able to identify the ideal student for this tutorial: a solo developer working on Unreal Engine projects, a beginner in version control, or someone seeking a simple, visual, and reliable backup workflow without using the command line.
Limitations of This Tutorial0:53
To ensure a focused learning experience, this lecture clarifies what the course does not cover. By the end, you will understand that this tutorial is designed for solo developers and will not delve into team-based workflows, branching, or conflict resolution, keeping the scope beginner-friendly and centered on a visual interface.
Prerequisites1:42
In this lecture, you'll learn about the necessary setup required to follow the tutorial successfully. After watching, you will be able to verify that you meet all the prerequisites, which include having a Windows operating system, Unreal Engine 5 installed, a free GitHub account, and the ability to download and install software.
About the Instructor1:26
Get to know your instructor, Jamal Said. This lecture establishes the credibility and experience behind the course content. You will learn about his professional background as a C++ developer, his master's degree in Computer Science, his experience as an Unreal Authorized Instructor, and his work as an indie game developer.
Foundations and Course Scope Quiz

Tools We'll Use2:52
This lecture introduces the powerful, free tools that form the core of this version control pipeline. After watching, you will be able to describe the role of each tool, including Notepad++, Git, TortoiseGit, GitHub, Git LFS, WinMerge, and Perforce P4Merge, and understand how they work together to create an efficient workflow.
Git Terms—Quick Overview1:54
Get comfortable with the language of version control. This lecture provides a quick overview of essential Git terminology. By the end, you will be able to define key terms like Revision Control, Repository (Repo), Branch, Head, Commit, and Clone, which will be used throughout the tutorial.
Git Terms—Schematic1:45
Building on the previous lecture, this video further clarifies important Git commands and concepts. You will learn the meaning of terms like Master Branch, Add, Delete, Staging, Revert, and Push. After this lecture, you will have a solid foundational vocabulary for all the Git operations you'll perform.
Tools and Terminology Check

Creating the Unreal Project0:51
It's time to get started! In this lecture, you will take the first practical step in the course. By the end, you will have successfully created a new, blank Unreal Engine 5 blueprint project from the Epic Games Launcher, which will serve as the foundation for setting up your version control system.
Setting Up the Environment8:02
This lecture guides you through the complete setup and configuration of your version control environment. You will install Notepad++, Git, and TortoiseGit, and then configure them to work together. You'll also create a private repository on GitHub and connect it to your local Unreal Engine project, establishing a fully integrated workflow.
Project Setup and Initialization Quiz

Exploring Git Files2:10
After initializing Git in your project, several important files are created. In this lecture, you will explore their purpose. By the end, you will be able to explain the function of the hidden .git folder, the README.md file, the .gitignore file for excluding temporary files, and the .gitattributes file for managing large assets.
Using Git LFS1:40
Unreal Engine projects contain large binary files that Git isn't designed to handle efficiently. This lecture solves that problem. You will learn how to install and initialize Git Large File Storage (LFS), a critical extension that offloads large files, keeping your repository lightweight and fast.
Using Git in Windows Explorer4:55
Discover the power of a visual Git workflow. In this lecture, you will learn to perform all major Git operations directly from the right-click menu in Windows Explorer using TortoiseGit. You will practice committing, pushing, and viewing your project's history. You will also install and use WinMerge as a visual tool to compare changes in your text files.
Using Git Inside UE5:03
In this lecture, you will learn how to manage your project's versions without ever leaving the Unreal Editor. You will walk through adding, modifying, and checking in assets using Unreal's built-in Revision Control system. You'll also install and set up Perforce P4Merge to visually compare, or "diff," changes to binary assets like Blueprints and level maps.
Core Operations and Integrations Quiz

Managing Marketplace Assets4:12
This lecture demonstrates how to apply your version control skills to real-world assets. You will learn how to add a free asset package from the Fab marketplace to your project, "Mark for Add" to begin tracking the new files, modify them, and use the "Revert" command to undo changes—all while seamlessly committing and pushing your progress to GitHub.
Viewing History in GitHub1:09
After pushing your changes, it's important to verify that everything is safely backed up online. In this lecture, you will learn how to navigate your project's repository on the GitHub website. You'll be able to view the complete commit history and confirm that your large assets are correctly tracked by Git LFS.
Asset Management and History Quiz

Resetting to a Previous Version2:10
Mistakes happen, but with version control, they are easy to fix. This lecture teaches you how to roll back your project to an earlier state. You will use TortoiseGit to perform a "Hard Reset" to a previous commit, a powerful feature that allows you to undo changes and restore your project to a last known good version.
Cloning the Project2:06
This is the final test of your version control pipeline. In this lecture, you will simulate recovering your project on a new computer by deleting your local files and cloning the entire project from your GitHub repository. Successfully completing this step will prove that your backup and version control setup is solid, reliable, and production-ready.
Project Recovery and Restoration Quiz

Requirements

A Windows PC
Unreal Engine 5 installed
Basic familiarity with the Unreal Editor
A GitHub account (a free account works perfectly)
The ability to download and install software on your computer

Description

Are you an Unreal Engine 5 developer working solo and feeling overwhelmed by version control tools like Git and GitHub? This course is designed specifically for independent developers on Windows who want to use Git without ever touching the terminal.

You'll learn a complete, beginner-friendly Git workflow using TortoiseGit, GitHub, and Git LFS, all through graphical interfaces. From creating your first repository to safely rolling back mistakes, you'll be guided step-by-step to master version control tailored to Unreal Engine 5 projects. We’ll show you how to keep your work safe, back it up online, and even recover from disasters—no command line, no confusion.

You’ll start with the essentials: what Git is, how it works behind the scenes, and which tools you actually need. Then, you'll create a project, push it to GitHub, and integrate version control directly inside Unreal Engine. You’ll also explore how to track asset changes, use merge tools like P4Merge, and even clone your project on a new machine with ease.

Whether you're building prototypes, full games, or preparing for a studio pipeline, this course will give you the tools, habits, and confidence to never lose work again.

Start now—and take control of your Unreal Engine projects the smart way.

Who this course is for:

You’re a solo dev handling your entire project
You’ve never used Git before and want a beginner-friendly introduction
You’re tired of naming folders “MyGame_Final_3_FIXED_REAL_FINAL”
You’re struggling with storage or messy project backups
You feel overwhelmed trying to keep your project organized
You want a clean, visual, and Windows-friendly version control workflow

Solo Dev Version Control in Unreal Engine with Git & GitHub

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Welcome & Overview6 lectures • 8min

Tools & Terminology3 lectures • 7min

Setting Up Your Project2 lectures • 9min

Working with Git and LFS4 lectures • 14min

Managing Assets & Version History2 lectures • 5min

Version Control in Action2 lectures • 4min

Wrapping Up1 lecture • 1min

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