Unreal Engine 5 – Making Mario by Greg Wondra

In this comprehensive game design course, I will guide you through the step-by-step creation of a side-scrolling platformer game reminiscent of classic titles like “Mario,” using Unreal Engine – the premier, free-to-download gaming engine and the same engine behind the blockbuster “Fortnite.”

The course comprises over 75 engaging video lessons, carefully sequenced for easy follow-along. Key learnings include:

• Setting up and creating a project in Unreal Engine
• Constructing a 2D level using 3D objects
• Configuring a side-scrolling camera
• Establishing character movement mechanics
• Creating interactive objects through Blueprint Scripting
• Developing power-ups and special player abilities
• Implementing simple enemy AI
• Establishing a checkpoint system
• Handling player respawns
• Creating a functional Heads-Up Display (HUD)
• Crafting interactive menus
• Developing a dynamic approach to implementing “Level Settings,” making customization of elements like music and time limits per level effortless
• Architecting a gaming project within Unreal’s Project Settings

With the skills acquired in these video lessons, you’ll be equipped to embark on building your own gaming creations without the need for any programming knowledge.

Upon completing the course, share photos or videos of your creations, and I’ll feature them in future community communications. Join me on this exciting journey into game design with Unreal Engine!