Unreal Engine 4 Game Development Essentials

Unreal Engine 4 Game Development Essentials guides you through the initial steps of using Unreal Engine 4, helping you learn to create engaging and visually stunning video games. From the fundamentals of asset importing and material editing to mastering the capabilities of Blueprints, UMG, and more, this book covers everything needed to get started with game development using this powerful tool.

What this Book will help me do

• Familiarize yourself with Unreal Engine 4's UI and essential features.
• Master importing assets and optimizing them using the Material Editor.
• Learn how to use Blueprints for scripting game behavior without coding.
• Create interactive user interfaces and HUD elements with UMG.
• Understand lighting, post processes, and particle system creation.

Author(s)

Satheesh P.V is an experienced software engineer and game developer who specializes in creating immersive gaming experiences using Unreal Engine. With years of experience in the field and a passion for teaching, Satheesh brings practical insights and clear explanations to this guide, aimed at empowering readers to develop their own amazing games.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for aspiring game developers with a foundational knowledge of 3D environments, interested in using Unreal Engine for game creation. Beginners in Unreal Engine or game development will find it accessible and practical. Intermediates will expand their skillset with hands-on workflows. A basic understanding of programming concepts, especially familiarity with C, would be beneficial but not necessary.