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Unity 2018 By Example - Second Edition

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Unity 2018 By Example - Second Edition

Overview of this book

Unity is the most exciting and popular engine used for developing games. With its 2018 release, Unity has become the primary source of both game development and virtual reality content. In Unity 2018 By Example, you’ll learn how to use Unity in order to make amazing games from popular genres - from action shooters to mind-bending puzzle games to adventure and Virtual Reality (VR) games. Even if you have no previous experience of using Unity, this book will help you understand the toolsets it provides in depth. In addition to this, you'll understand how to create time-critical collection games, twin-stick space shooters, platformers, and action-fest games with intelligent enemies. Finally, you'll get to grips with creating VR games with the new toolsets introduced by Unity to help you develop amazing VR experiences. To make things easier, you will be provided with step-by-step tutorials for making five great games in Unity 2018, along with a detailed explanation of all the fundamental concepts. By the end of this book, you’ll have established a strong foundation in making games with Unity 2018.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
Unity 2018 By Example - Second Edition
Contributors
Preface
Other Books You May Enjoy
Index

Test your knowledge


Q1. Static Variables are...

  • A. Hidden variables for static objects

  • B. Shared variables across all instances of a class

  • C. Protected variables

  • D. Constants

Q2. The profiler is useful for...

  • A. Pausing gameplay

  • B. Identifying performance issues

  • C. Removing Objects

  • D. Checking audio levels

Q3. UI Objects are useful for...

  • A. Creating interface elements

  • B. Making animations

  • C. Sorting objects by name

  • D. Editing mesh objects

Q4. The Collision Matrix lets you

  • A. Prevent groups of objects colliding

  • B. Make objects collide

  • C. Removes all collisions

  • D. Activates low quality collisions