How to Make 3D Games in Godot - From Prototyping to Final Development

Overview

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Learn to create 3D games in this comprehensive 50-minute video tutorial covering the fundamentals of Godot game development. Master essential concepts starting from basic prototyping through to creating polished 3D levels. Explore key topics including 3D space navigation, greyboxing techniques, terrain creation, character controller implementation, physics systems, and graphics optimization. Gain practical knowledge about working with 3D assets, implementing StandardMaterial3D, managing scene workflows, handling collisions, and incorporating animated characters. Discover professional techniques for environment design, lighting setup, tonemapping, camera controls, and render quality optimization. Perfect for developers looking to transition from 2D to 3D game development or those starting their journey in 3D game creation with Godot.

Syllabus

0:00 A new dimension
0:36 The good news
1:32 The bad news
2:46 Zenva
3:35 3D Space
6:13 Greyboxing
9:31 Terrain
10:01 Playing the Game
11:11 Character Controller
14:15 3D Physics
16:10 Graphics
17:44 3D Assets in 1 min
18:45 Assets in Godot
22:38 StandardMaterial3D
26:53 Scene Workflows
30:53 Collision
32:57 Replace Greybox
35:43 Animated Characters
38:33 Speed up Workflow
39:24 Environment
42:00 Lighting
45:38 Tonemap
47:18 Camera
48:45 Render Quality
49:14 Outro