Basics of C# and Unity for Complete Beginners - Part 1

Learn How to Make a Simple 2D Game in Unity

Summary

The course “Learn How to Make a Simple 2D Game in Unity” is designed for complete beginners interested in game development. It requires no prior programming experience, making it accessible to anyone eager to learn. This free course aims to provide a solid foundation in 2D game development using Unity and C#.

Course Highlights:

Introduction to Game Development:
- Gain a basic understanding of game development principles.
- Learn how to create simple time-killer games, demonstrating the ease of game development.
Tools and Software:
- Get hands-on experience with Unity and Visual Studio.
- Familiarize yourself with the Unity interface, which is widely used in the game design industry.
Fundamentals of 2D Game Development:
- Learn the core components of 2D game development, including:
  - Rigidbody and collider components.
  - Scripting for character movement and collision detection.
  - Basic animation controls using the animator component and blend tree.

Course Outline:

Installation:
- Installing Unity and Visual Studio (8:23 minutes).
Unity Interface:
- Understanding Unity windows and tools (6:46 minutes).
- Introduction to Vector 2D and how 2D games work (6:58 minutes).
Basic Components:
- Using rigidbody and collider components (8:19 minutes).
- Writing the first script, handling input, and character movement (13:28 minutes).
Character Control:
- Implementing character jump mechanics (9:09 minutes).
- Collision detection mechanisms (9:55 minutes).
Animation Basics:
- Basics of animation controls, including move and idle animation (12:14 minutes).
- Using blend trees for more advanced animations (9:53 minutes).
- Character flip mechanics (4:22 minutes).
Additional Resources:
- Important mindset information (4:49 minutes).
- Q&A sessions (3:57 minutes).
- Recap of learned concepts (4:33 minutes).
- Bonus section discussing the next steps (0:29 minutes).

Target Audience:

Passionate learners who want to create their first game.
Beginners in programming.
Individuals interested in game development but unsure where to start.

Course Length:

The course consists of 5 sections with 15 lectures, totaling 1 hour and 44 minutes of content.

By the end of this course, learners will have created a basic 2D game and be prepared to dive deeper into game development. The course emphasizes practical, hands-on learning, making it an excellent starting point for aspiring game developers. Enroll today to begin your journey in game development with a strong foundational knowledge of Unity and C#.

What you’ll Leran

You will learn basics of game development
You will learn how to code in C# and how to use Unity
You will learn to make simple time-killer
You will learn how easy it is to make video games

Requirements

No programming experience. You will learn everything need to know

Description

Are you interested in game development but aren’t sure where to begin? This free course offers the perfect starting point for complete beginners with no prior knowledge in game development. Within a few hours, you’ll gain a firm understanding of the fundamentals of 2D game development and create a basic game.

Get hands-on experience with tools like Unity and Visual Studio, and familiarize yourself with the Unity interface, a recognized industry-standard in game design. Throughout this first part of the course, you’ll cover the foundational components of 2D game development. This includes understanding the basics like rigidbody and collider components, scripting for character movement, collision detection mechanisms, and the basics of animation controls using the animator component and blend tree.

This course will set a strong foundation for you, preparing you for the second part where we will delve deeper and complete the game creation process.

Course Outline