Mastering Movement - Unreal Engine 5

Mastering Movement - Unreal Engine 5
Published 3/2024
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920x1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Language: English

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| Duration: 2h 21m
Advanced Locomotion Techniques in Gaming

What you'll learn

Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of various gaits used in character animation, including walking, running, jumping, and more.

Students will gain practical experience in implementing different gaits effectively to enhance character movement in gaming environments.

Students will learn advanced techniques for initiating and concluding character movements seamlessly.

Students will explore advanced techniques such as input pivoting, foot sync modifiers, and character rotation updates.

Requirements

Basic Understanding of Game Development: Students should have a foundational knowledge of game development concepts and terminology, including character animation principles and basic scripting.

Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5

Description

In this comprehensive course, we'll delve deep into the nuanced art of character movement, covering a wide array of advanced techniques designed to elevate your gaming projects to new heights of realism and immersion.Led by an industry veteran with over 5 years of experience in game development, you'll benefit from insider insights and proven strategies honed through years of hands-on experience. We'll kick things off by exploring the fundamentals of locomotion, from understanding different gaits to mastering the subtleties of start and stop transitions.But we won't stop there. Throughout the course, you'll learn how to implement advanced techniques such as input pivoting, foot sync modifiers, and character rotation updates, allowing you to create characters that move with unparalleled fluidity and grace.Each module is carefully crafted to provide a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring that you not only understand the concepts but can also confidently apply them in your own projects. Whether you're a seasoned developer looking to sharpen your skills or an enthusiast eager to explore the cutting edge of character animation, this course has something for you.By the end of the course, you'll emerge with a deep understanding of advanced locomotion techniques and the skills needed to breathe life into your characters like never before. So why wait? Enroll now and join us on this exciting journey to mastering movement in gaming

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Folder Structure

Lecture 3 Populating Previous Folders

Section 2: Component Use

Lecture 4 Initialize Component

Lecture 5 Character Movement Override

Lecture 6 Finalize Component & Create Animation Blueprint Variables

Section 3: Animation Blueprint

Lecture 7 Utilizing Variables

Lecture 8 Input Gait

Lecture 9 Finding Rotation Angle

Lecture 10 Update Gait

Lecture 11 Curve Rotation Calculation

Section 4: Importing Custom Animations

Lecture 12 Animation Import

Lecture 13 Animation Import - Unreal Engine 5.3 (Additional Curve Adjustments)

Section 5: State Transitions

Lecture 14 Idle & Stop State

Lecture 15 Start Transitions

Lecture 16 Stop Transitions & Adjustments

Section 6: Finale

Lecture 17 Bug Fixes & Adjustments

Lecture 18 Jump State Finale

This course is designed for aspiring game developers, animators, and enthusiasts who are looking to take their character animation skills to the next level.