Godot 4 Multiplayer: Make Your Own Co-Op Game

Start creating multiplayer games in Godot 4 with GDScript and NEW W4 Cloud!

What you'll learn

Make an online multiplayer game using Godot’s 4.x multiplayer framework.

Create many common co-op puzzle platformer mechanics, such as pressure plates, movable objects, locked doors and more.

Learn how to sync all these mechanics across the internet so that players can interact with each other and work together to complete puzzles.

Use W4 Games lobbies to connect to other players safely over the internet - coming soon!

Requirements

A basic knowledge of Godot and GDScript would be helpful, but not essential.

Some experience making single player games would also be useful.

Description

Want to create your own multiplayer masterpiece, where players unite, solve puzzles and embark on adventures together?We’re here to guide you from solo to multiplayer game development using Godot 4. Get ready to make an online game that players won’t want to leave.Imagine crafting puzzles where players truly need each other. Pressure plates, movable objects, locked doors—you name it, you'll create it.The course tackles the techy stuff, like connecting players over the internet, head-on. While we perfect this feature, get excited for the endless possibilities it’ll bring to your game world.You’ll build an engaging multiplayer game with Godot’s latest multiplayer framework. From syncing game mechanics to global player collaboration, you’ll master it all.Once you've created your game, you'll have a bunch of options for taking it online: Port Forwarding, Relay-Servers, or Dedicated Hosting.We'll also be diving into using the newly launched W4 Games lobbies to get you connected with others around the globe.Multiplayer game development sounds daunting, right? Data syncing, server-client authority, and the hassle of hosting. We’ll break these down into manageable lessons, turning challenges into your new strengths.This course is for those who’ve dabbled in single-player games and are itching to explore the online multiplayer universe. It’s a step up, a way to connect and share your creations with the world.All you need to start is a basic grasp of Godot and GDScript, plus some experience in single-player game making. We’re building on your knowledge to open new doors in game development.You’ll get full lifetime access for a single one-off fee. The creators are qualified and experienced with modelling and coding, so are able to explain complex concepts clearly, as well as entertain along the way.And you’ll get access to the Q&A where our Instructors, Teaching Assistants and Community are ready to help answer your questions and cheer on your success.So, are you ready to transform your game dev dreams into reality? Join us and lets create gaming experiences that bring players together, one puzzle at a time!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction & Setup

Lecture 1 Welcome To The Course

Lecture 2 Networking Basics

Lecture 3 Community & Support

Lecture 4 Accessing Our Projects

Section 2: Player Character

Lecture 5 Section Intro - Player Character

Lecture 6 Importing Assets

Lecture 7 Tile Sets

Lecture 8 Animation Setup

Lecture 9 Movement Input

Lecture 10 Movement Animations

Lecture 11 Double Jumping

Lecture 12 Camera Following

Lecture 13 Parallax Background

Lecture 14 Player Refactoring

Section 3: Multiplayer Connection

Lecture 15 Section Intro - Multiplayer Connection

Lecture 16 Main Menu

Lecture 17 Hosting A Game

Lecture 18 Remote Procedure Calls

Lecture 19 Joining A Game

Lecture 20 Starting The Game

Lecture 21 Spawning Players

Lecture 22 Player Authority

Section 4: Platformer Puzzles

Lecture 23 Section Intro - Platformer Puzzles

Lecture 24 Player State Machine

Lecture 25 Pressure Plate

Lecture 26 Opening A Door

Lecture 27 Connecting Interactables

Lecture 28 Treasure Chest

Lecture 29 Player Interaction

Lecture 30 Key Item

Lecture 31 Exit Door

Lecture 32 Level Design

This is course is perfect for you if you've already worked on single player games and want a new challenge.,It's also ideal if you want to make games that can be played online with others!