Car Trip - Create A 2D Game From Scratch In Unity

Unity Game Development: 2D, Player Controls, and Game Design

What you'll learn

Create and animate 2D characters and objects – Learn to create sprites, animate characters, and implement them into a game project.

Program basic game mechanics – Understand how to program character movement, object collisions, and interactions to create engaging gameplay.

Manage game assets and scenes – Learn to organize game scenes, design levels, and work with assets like sounds, backgrounds, and visual effects.

Export a game for Windows PC – Gain the skills to export your finished game as a ready-to-play application specifically for Windows PC.

Requirements

No prior experience needed – This course is suitable for individuals with no experience in game development or programming. It’s accessible to anyone eager to learn. Basic computer skills – Participants should be able to use a computer, manage files, and install software. Access to a Windows PC – A Windows PC is required to work with the game development tools during the course. Installed software – Participants will need the relevant software (e.g., Unity), which will be discussed and provided as part of the course materials. Mouse and keyboard – Standard input devices such as a mouse and keyboard will be necessary for working through the course.

Description

Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of 2D game development? In this course, "Car Trip - Create a 2D Game from Scratch in Unity," you'll learn the fundamentals of building a complete 2D game using Unity, one of the most popular game development platforms in the industry. This course is designed for beginners and those with some experience who want to enhance their skills and create engaging games.You'll start by setting up Unity, understanding the interface, and creating your first game project. Throughout the course, you'll explore essential concepts like 2D level design, creating and controlling player characters, and implementing basic game mechanics. You’ll focus on optimizing your game specifically for Windows PC, ensuring it performs efficiently while providing a smooth user experience.In addition to technical skills, the course will cover key elements of game design, such as balancing difficulty, creating engaging environments, and refining player controls. By the end of the course, you’ll have a fully playable 2D game developed for Windows PC and the knowledge to continue honing your skills in game development.Whether you're aspiring to enter the game industry or simply want to create your own games for Windows, this course offers a hands-on approach to mastering 2D game development in Unity.

Overview

Section 1: Wstęp

Lecture 1 General course description

Lecture 2 Unity installation

Lecture 3 Unity editor support

Section 2: Getting Started with Unity

Lecture 4 Laying out the First Graphic

Lecture 5 Scrolling the road

Section 3: Scripting and Interactions

Lecture 6 Writing the first script and moving the player's car

Lecture 7 Object interactions

Section 4: Expanding Game Scenarios

Lecture 8 Prefabs

Lecture 9 Losers board and winners board

Lecture 10 Adding more cars and starting them

Section 5: Advanced Game Mechanics

Lecture 11 Accelerating and braking the player's car

Lecture 12 Cars from the opposite direction

Lecture 13 Finish line

Section 6: Game Expansion

Lecture 14 Next level

Lecture 15 Additional supplementary activities

Lecture 16 Adding levels to the Build Settings

Section 7: Sound, Menu, and Publishing

Lecture 17 Music and sound

Lecture 18 Creating the main menu

Lecture 19 Creating a Unity exe file and testing the game

Are beginners in 2D game development – The course is designed for those with no prior experience in game development or programming but who are eager to learn the basics and create their own 2D game. Want to improve their programming skills – It’s also suitable for people with basic programming knowledge who want to apply those skills to game development and learn how to bring a game project to life. Have an interest in game design and creativity – Those who enjoy creative design and want to learn how to integrate art, animations, and logic into a game project will find this course valuable. Aspire to build their first game from scratch – This course will guide participants through the process of developing their first game from concept to completion, making it perfect for aspiring game developers.