Become familiar with Unity's different types of Light objects.
Become familiar with Unity's scene-wide Lighting Settings.
Understand how to simulate scene-wide sunlight and moonlight.
In this two-hour, project-based course, you will be introduced to Unity's powerful Lighting system for adding different types of lights in your game world. This project covers creating and setting up different lighting components and configuring your project's Lighting and Rendering Settings. This project will also touch on the Light Module of the Particle System to create realistic visual effects. The guided project will introduce you to the following Unity UI concepts: - Directional Light - Spot Light - Point Light - Rendering Settings - Lighting Settings - Particle System This project makes use of the FPSPlayer script created in Create a First-Person Camera (VM-Compatible!) with C# in Unity. It compliments this guided project and, although not a prerequisite, is recommended for learners who are interested in coding and would like to build their own FPS camera.
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Introduction and License Activation
Set Up the Scene and Player
Add a Starry Night Sky
Set Up the Dim Moonlight
Give the Player a Flashlight
Light Up the Cabin Windows
Add Accent Lights
Set Up a Camp-fire
Your workspace is a cloud desktop right in your browser, no download required
In a split-screen video, your instructor guides you step-by-step
What will I get if I purchase a Guided Project?
By purchasing a Guided Project, you'll get everything you need to complete the Guided Project including access to a cloud desktop workspace through your web browser that contains the files and software you need to get started, plus step-by-step video instruction from a subject matter expert.
Are Guided Projects available on desktop and mobile?
Because your workspace contains a cloud desktop that is sized for a laptop or desktop computer, Guided Projects are not available on your mobile device.
Who are the instructors for Guided Projects?
Guided Project instructors are subject matter experts who have experience in the skill, tool or domain of their project and are passionate about sharing their knowledge to impact millions of learners around the world.
Can I download the work from my Guided Project after I complete it?
You can download and keep any of your created files from the Guided Project. To do so, you can use the “File Browser” feature while you are accessing your cloud desktop.
What is the refund policy?
Guided Projects are not eligible for refunds. See our full refund policy.
Is financial aid available?
Financial aid is not available for Guided Projects.
Can I audit a Guided Project and watch the video portion for free?
Auditing is not available for Guided Projects.
How much experience do I need to do this Guided Project?
At the top of the page, you can press on the experience level for this Guided Project to view any knowledge prerequisites. For every level of Guided Project, your instructor will walk you through step-by-step.
Can I complete this Guided Project right through my web browser, instead of installing special software?
Yes, everything you need to complete your Guided Project will be available in a cloud desktop that is available in your browser.
What is the learning experience like with Guided Projects?
You'll learn by doing through completing tasks in a split-screen environment directly in your browser. On the left side of the screen, you'll complete the task in your workspace. On the right side of the screen, you'll watch an instructor walk you through the project, step-by-step.
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