If you are starting out with Unreal Engine, start with Blueprints. Please don’t get sucked into the whole Blueprint vs C++ debate. It should never be looked at as Blueprint vs C++ but rather Blueprints AND C++. Best practice dictates using them both.
Important: You can release games with Blueprints only!
Take a look at these examples:
So when starting out, start with Blueprints, figure out how to use them and what their role is.
Game Dev TV’s Blueprint Course on Udemy is fantastic for getting you up and running with the engine. They keep their courses updated with each new engine version.
If you feel you want to explore the C++ side, and get a better understanding of how to use Blueprints WITH C++, check out Game Dev TV’s C++ Course. It goes over all the basics.
]]>This is a comprehensive collection of resources for the complete game development pipeline. These tools work together to create modern games - from 3D modeling in Blender, to texturing in Substance Painter, to final implementation in Unreal Engine.
💡 Pro Tip: Start with Unreal Engine basics, then gradually incorporate 3D modeling (Blender) and texturing (Substance Painter) as your projects become more complex. These tools form a powerful pipeline for modern game development!
Niagara (VFX)
User Interface
UI Icons & Assets
Rigging Series:
Texturing
Hard Ops
Geometry Nodes