Gamer To Game Developer Series 1: More Than a Gamer
- February 13, 2014
- GTGD
Get on Steam"Gamer To Game Developer Series 1: More Than a Gamer" is an intermediate-level Unity 2017 multiplayer tutorial on Steam. This series, which covers the key elements of UNET, teaches you how to use the default Network Manager for LAN and public internet games, and how to write your own Custom Network Manager. The tutorial is concise and can be completed in under four hours. Note that Unity's matchmaking service is a paid service once a certain user count is exceeded.
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Reviews
- The tutorial series is well-structured, easy to follow, and provides a comprehensive introduction to Unity, making it suitable for beginners with some programming knowledge.
- The creator's commitment to updating the tutorials for newer versions of Unity demonstrates a dedication to quality and user support, which is highly appreciated by users.
- Many users report significant learning progress and practical results from the tutorials, making it a valuable resource for aspiring game developers.
- The tutorials are considered outdated by some users, particularly those who are new to Unity, as they require knowledge of older versions and may not cover recent changes in the software.
- There are complaints about the pace of the tutorials being too fast for beginners, leading to confusion and difficulty in following along.
- Some users feel that the content is available for free online, making the purchase feel unnecessary, and express disappointment over the lack of a refund policy.
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews suggest that while the tutorial is highly regarded for its instructional quality, it does not focus on improving graphics or models in games. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of understanding the core coding aspects of game development, implying that good graphics are secondary to solid programming skills.
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as enjoyable and pleasant, allowing players to minimize it while engaging in other activities without losing the experience.
“You can minimize it while you work and listen to that nice, soothing music.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express concerns that relying on self-advertising or creating personal streaming websites for monetization is not a viable or sustainable option.
“Relying on self-advertising or setting up my own streaming website is a no-go and isn't sustainable.”
“The monetization system feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should to enjoy the game.”
“It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to fully experience the game without spending extra money.”
