platformer tutorial v0.12

Learn Platformer Game Development

Dive into "Platformer Tutorial v0.12," an educational project created by the esteemed Scratch tutor, griffpatch. This interactive guide is crafted to teach you how to build a solid 'touching'-based platformer engine from the ground up, making it an essential resource for aspiring game developers on Scratch.

Comprehensive Curriculum Covered

This tutorial breaks down complex game mechanics into learnable segments. You'll start with core concepts like gravity and basic movement, then progress to more sophisticated systems:

Smooth Mechanics: Learn to use custom blocks with sensing to prevent character jitter and enable smooth walking on slopes.
Precise Detection: Implement accurate wall detection and ceiling detection for tight level design.
Advanced Physics: Understand and code momentum and refine character interaction with hitboxes.
Dynamic Movement: Master various jumping techniques, including the newly added controlled jumping and exciting wall jumping features.
Visual Design: Add depth to your games with lessons on creating level backgrounds.

Learning Resources & Accessibility

Every chapter comes with complete scripts available inside the project (use "look inside"), allowing for easy study and integration into your own projects. Griffpatch explicitly encourages reuse of this code without worrying about attribution, fostering a supportive learning environment.

To supplement this tutorial, explore the provided links to an in-depth custom blocks tutorial and a practical scrolling platformer example. "Platformer Tutorial v0.12" is more than a game; it's a foundational course for creating your own platforming adventures.