Introduction

• Module 2: Introduction to Worldbuilding

• “Heaviest module” - serves as backbone for future game development

• Contains 3 lessons:

  • Landscape Mode Fundamentals
    • Basic sculpting, painting, management
    • Height maps, alpha brushes, packed textures
    • Basic landscape materials
  • Landscape Refinement
    • Material improvements
      • UV coordinates
      • Texture variation
      • Blending/repetition fixes
    • Grass application
    • Foliage tools for forests/static meshes
  • Worldbuilding Techniques
    • Auto-materials, layers, splines
    • Water tools (oceans, lakes, rivers)
    • Asset placement
    • Traditional levels vs world partition

• Key Note:

• Can be learned step by step
• Not required to learn every technique
• Designed to share techniques useful for beginners