Unity Multiplayer: Create a Multiplayer Game Using the New Input System for Multiplayer Controls Introduction We recently began prototyping our latest game idea with Unity and decided we should implement local multiplayer and quickly realized we had never developed a multiplayer game with the type of controls we envisioned. We began looking for resources about …
How to Join a Game Jam Introduction A Game Jam is a great way to hone your skills as a developer because it challenges you to create a game with specific rules and requirements. Think of it sort of like a musical jam session where you gather with other musicians to play and create some …
Unity and C# Basics Variables Introduction C# is a programming language created by Microsoft and used to develop games, mobile apps, and software for multiple other purposes and runs on the .Net framework. C#, pronounced ‘C sharp’, is the language of preference for developing software with the unity engine. C# is open source and entirely …
Unity and C# Basics Editor Introduction So, you have decided to learn to make games. Great, now what? Well, you need a game engine. You could build one on your own but there are a lot of great options out there, Unity, Gadot, Unreal Engine, and GameMaker Studio to name a few. Selecting a game …
Best Keyboards for Programming in 2020 Introduction So many hours can be spent programming, gaming, typing up school papers, so it is essential to have the right keyboard that fits your needs. While purchasing a keyboard sounds like an easy task, the reality is that there are many things to consider like ergonomics, wired or …
Best Snacks to Eat While Programming Introduction Ever get stuck working on a project for hours with minimal breaks, and sometimes with no time to eat? We understand that programming can be time consuming, and when there are deadlines to meet, it can be difficult to break away from the screen to cook a meal …
Most Popular Game Jams of 2020 Introduction In a year of limited social interactions, events that bring communities together are more important than ever. Game jams are a way for the game development community to come together, develop new skills, test new mechanics, and get feedback from the community. While game jams are more accessible …
Unity Lifecycle: Update Vs FixedUpdate Vs LateUpdate Choosing Where to Update Introduction When creating new C# scripts within Unity you will notice that the script is generated with two default methods, Start and Update. These methods are part of the script lifecycle and are called in a predetermined order. In this post we will discuss …
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Using Unity Analytics How Analytics Help You Introduction Player analytics provide you with insight on how users are interacting with your game so that you can use that information to adjust your project as needed. If you have ever wondered how many times a player visits a menu or a certain level, analytic events can …
Unity Lifecycle: Awake Vs OnEnable Vs Start Where Do You Begin? Introduction When creating new C# scripts within Unity you will notice that the script is generated with two default methods, Start and Update. These methods are part of the script lifecycle and are called in a predetermined order. In this post we will discuss …
