Unity 2D Fundamentals - Character Control
Have you ever wanted to learn Unity so you could create your own video games? In this course, you'll be introduced to Unity's 2D tools, become familiar with 2D character control, and understand how to create your own 2D side scrolling game. Software required: Unity.
What you'll learn
Have you ever wanted to learn Unity so you could create your own video games? In this course, Unity 2D Fundamentals - Character Control, you'll be introduced to Unity's 2D tools through the creation of a practical project. First, you'll begin by learning how to build basic platforms in Unity. Next, you'll explore the basic building blocks of how to build a character by looking at animation, and how to write the code to get your character running and jumping. Finally, you'll discover how to build a dynamic camera to ensure your character stays properly in view as it moves about the screen. When you're finished with this course, you'll not only understand the basics of 2D character control, but will also have a solid project to use to create your own 2D side scrolling game in Unity. Software required: Unity.
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About the author
Brian Sinasac has completed degrees in both Electrical Engineering (B.A.Sc) and Fine Arts - Film Animation (B.F.A.), a graduate diploma in Digital Character Animation from Sheridan as well as a Masters in Interactive Design and Game Development. After years of working in engineering and animation, Brian has entered the world of academia teaching Game Development at George Brown and Game Design at Sheridan.