Lecture 4: Basic Concepts

Introduction

Welcome to the foundational stage of game development with Highrise Studio! In this lecture, we'll dive into the essential building blocks of any game: GameObjects, Components, Scenes, and more. These concepts form the backbone of game creation, enabling you to turn your ideas into playable experiences. Ready to start? Let’s explore these fundamental concepts and learn how to use them effectively!

Key Concepts

1. GameObjects - These are the core elements in your game.
2. Components - They give GameObjects different abilities.
3. Prefabs - Ready-to-use GameObjects that you can reuse anytime.
4. Scripts - Custom code that adds unique behaviors to your game objects.
5. Scenes - The worlds where your game takes place.

Getting Started

Before diving into these concepts, make sure you have reviewed the previous lectures. This will ensure you have the necessary tools and environment set up to follow along with the examples and exercises in this lecture.

What You'll Achieve

By the end of this lecture, you'll have a solid understanding of the basic building blocks of game development in Highrise Studio. You'll be able to start experimenting with these concepts immediately, setting the stage for more complex projects in the future.