hamosaeed97 / unity-2d-fundamentals

🚀 Explore 2D game development with Unity through this hands-on course project, featuring core concepts and a clean project structure for easy learning.

🎮 unity-2d-fundamentals - Your Guide to Learning 2D Game Development

🎯 Introduction

Welcome to the Unity 2D Fundamentals repository! This project contains the complete source code for an educational course designed to teach you key concepts of 2D game development with the Unity Engine. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this project will guide you through the basics of game design and scripting.

🚀 Getting Started

To get started with the Unity 2D Fundamentals project, follow these steps to download and run the software.

🗂️ Prerequisites

Before diving in, ensure you have the following:

• Unity Hub: Download and install Unity Hub from Unity's official website.
• Unity Editor (2019.4 or later): You can install the latest version through Unity Hub.
• A Computer: Windows, macOS, or Linux.

📥 Download & Install

To download the Unity 2D Fundamentals project, visit the Releases page.

1. Click on the link above to open the Releases page.
2. Locate the latest release version.
3. Download the source code as a ZIP file by clicking on the link labeled "Source code (zip)."
4. Once the download completes, locate the file on your computer.
5. Extract the contents of the ZIP file to a folder of your choice.

🎮 Open the Project in Unity

1. Open Unity Hub.
2. Click on the "Add" button to add an existing project.
3. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the code.
4. Select the project folder and click "Select Folder."
5. Your project will now appear in Unity Hub.

🌟 Running the Project

1. Select the project in Unity Hub and click the "Open" button.
2. Unity will load the project. This may take a moment.
3. After the project loads, press the "Play" button at the top of the Unity Editor to run the game.

📚 Learning Resources

As you explore the project, consider these resources:

• Official Unity Documentation: Great for understanding Unity features.
• Unity Learn: A platform with tutorials and courses.
• YouTube: Many creators offer free tutorials on 2D game development.

🔧 Key Features

• C# Scripting: Learn the basics of C# for game scripting.
• Level Design: Understand how to create engaging levels.
• Animation: Discover how to animate characters and objects.
• User Interface: Build intuitive UI elements for your game.

⚙️ Basic System Requirements

Ensure your system meets these requirements for optimal performance:

• Windows: Windows 7 SP1+, 8, 10, 64-bit versions only.
• macOS: macOS 10.12+ (Sierra) or later.
• Linux: Ubuntu 18.04+, other distributions may work.

📖 Additional Information

For further details and community support, consider visiting discussion forums or community channels focused on Unity and game development. Joining a community can enhance your learning experience and help you grow as a game developer.

🔗 Useful Links

• Unity Documentation
• Unity Learn
• GitHub Issues - Report problems or suggest features.

🗨️ Need Help?

If you encounter any issues during installation or need assistance with the project, feel free to reach out through the issues section on GitHub. Your questions or feedback are always welcome.

Take your first steps into 2D game development with the Unity 2D Fundamentals project! Start creating and learning today!