How to Create a Multiplayer Space Game in Unity C#

Do you want to jump into game development? Welcome to our video series on learning to code by making real games. In this 6 part intermediate series, we will create an online multiplayer space shooter. You'll get some hands on with 3D stuff, and some hands on with the networking side of things.

Overview

Introduction

Do you want to jump into game development? Welcome to our video series on learning to code by making real games. Are you a beginner? Follow along on our previous premium cast where we walk through everything you need to do to create your own flappy bird clone! In this 6 part intermediate series, we will create an online multiplayer space shooter. You'll get some hands on with 3D stuff, and some hands on with the networking side of things. Stay following us after this program! In each video series, we create a different game from the ground up, which means you can expand on what you’ve already learned. We will show you how to create your own graphics, audio and every line of code focused around C# and Unity3D. The course is focused on Windows, but allows you to create a cross platform game compatible with over 20 platforms including the Web, Windows, Mac OS X, Android and iOS. What Can I Do With This? The finished game is yours to do as you see fit! Ever wanted to create your own multiplayer game? A chess game perhaps? You can use this as a foundation for your next game title. If you get stuck, you can download the source code and project files at each part of the video series to compare with your own project – or ask for help during our live sessions. If you really get stuck after hours, just send us a message or contact us over discord! https://discord.gg/TAxFTW6

What are the requirements?

You may want to install Unity3D ahead of time
We recommend using a Windows PC, but you can follow along with Mac OS X or Linux device.

What is the target audience?

Anyone interested in learning about game development
You want to build your first video game
You want to learn about game engines
You want to learn about C# or Unity3D

Project Outline

Project Overview:

Section 1: Setting-up the Environment & Getting Creative

Introduction
Installing Blender (freeware 3D modelling tool)
Project Setup
Overview of Making the Game
Optional Homework: Creating Graphics
Optional Homework: Creating Models
Optional Homework: Creating Audio

Section 2: Barebones & Core Game

Creating a Simple Lobby & Main Menu
Creating the Play Zone
Establishing the Game Modes
Creating a Game Manager, Enums, Events
Storing Data
Creating the Generator Base
Creating the Player Elements

Section 3: Creating the Enemies

Finishing the Player Elements
Making players shoot
Adding particle effects
Creating the Audio Controller
Creating the Asteroid Elements
Creating a Waypoint System
Creating the NPC Elements
Making the NPC's Shoot

Session 4: Creating the HUD & Multiplayer Tie-in

Building Network Pieces
Creating the HUD & GUIManager
Creating UI Panels
Polishing the Main Menu (uGUI)
The Start & End Scenes
Building the Project

Barebones & Core Game