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Godot 4 for Beginners

Godot 4 for Beginners

By : Robert Henning
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Godot 4 for Beginners

Godot 4 for Beginners

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By: Robert Henning

Overview of this book

Jumping into Godot 4 as a beginner can be overwhelming. You’re wrestling with a new interface, trying to wrap your head around how nodes and scenes work, and learning GDScript all at once. After years of teaching game development and creating YouTube tutorials, Robert Henning knows exactly where you’re likely to have those “wait, what?” moments. He’s built this guide to systematically address those challenges head-on, breaking down complex concepts into digestible steps. You’ll start by setting up Godot 4 and understanding its interface and tools. Then, you’ll dive into nodes and scenes, Godot’s way of organizing everything, which sounds intimidating but is actually quite intuitive. From there, you’ll explore both 2D and 3D game creation, adding key elements such as players, enemies, collectibles, and lighting effects that make your game pop visually. You’ll also get hands-on with Godot’s scripting language, GDScript, to bring your game ideas to life. By the end of this Godot 4 book, you’ll have the skills to build complete 2D and 3D games from scratch, covering everything from level design and game state management to score tracking and more. Whether you’re just getting started or are ready to level up, this book will help you turn your ideas into fully playable games. *Email sign-up and proof of purchase required
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
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Preface
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Part I: Learning How the Godot Engine Works
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Part II: Working with the Godot Engine
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Part III: Building and Beyond – Your Game Development Journey
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Other Books You May Enjoy
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Index

Introduction to 3D

Working with 3D in Godot can feel like stepping into an entirely new dimension of game development—quite literally! This chapter serves as your gateway to understanding the fundamentals of 3D in Godot, guiding you through the essential tools and concepts. Whether you’re designing a vast open world or a compact 3D puzzle, these foundational skills will set you up for success.

We’ll start by learning how to create 3D objects, the building blocks of any 3D scene. Next, we’ll explore how to make these objects visually engaging by applying materials, which give them color, texture, and detail. Finally, we’ll introduce you to lighting, a crucial component that brings your 3D environment to life by adding depth, mood, and realism.

In this chapter, we’re going to cover the following main topics:

  • Creating 3D objects
  • Creating a material for your object
  • Creating lighting for the scene

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