What if you could make a thrilling, first-person game using only free tools, and then share it with the world? What kind of story would you tell?
Hi, my name is David! And I'm a full-time indie game developer, which is crazy to me because I'm horrible at programming and I'm self-taught with art and design. I actually went to film school, which is where I fell in love with storytelling, but didn't learn too much about advanced computer engineering and AI systems (imagine that!).
A few years ago, a friend showed me a game engine called Unity, which is totally free. I messed around experimenting with tons of game prototypes, but I couldn't stick with one idea. It was very overwhelming, and I didn't even know where to start.
To add to the stress, I was working full-time, and getting ready for our first baby. I could only work on my projects at night when I was exhausted... but I kept coming back to it! Even though I would've just preferred to collapse on the bed and watch Breaking Bad.
I decided to stick with one project: a game I called "Home is Where One Starts." I put a lot of myself into this simple first-person, story-driven game, and I loved every second of it. Sure, I got stuck a lot, and I had to Google a million different things, but after 18 months, I had a finished game I could show the world.
That experience taught me so much, and it led to some nice bonus money! Nothing crazy, but I was able to buy my dream computer, and saved the rest for a future game project I could work on in the future.
Long story short, I kept learning and improving, I kept finding and using the free, hidden tools to help finish my games, and by 2020, I released my second game, The First Tree, on consoles, mobile, and Steam, and sold over 500,000 copies. I was finally able to quit my day job.
And that all started because I finished my first game! If I never would've committed to that first project, I never would've finished my second one.
Did you know 50% of self-proclaimed game developers have never released or finished a game? I'm convinced if developers stick with a project and take that leap of faith of launching it, it could unlock their game dev career. When I quit my day job, I wanted to help as many people as possible to launch their games, so I posted articles, spoke at the Game Developers Conference, answered thousands of emails... then decided I needed a better solution: a one-stop learning resource.
I call it, The 7-Day Game Launch Challenge!
Together, we'll make a sci-fi thriller game about a man who was too scared to escape the dystopian city of Westhope. The love of his life made it out without him, so you must face your fears and meet up with her before someone... or something... tracks you down.
Finish and publish your game to the world.
Even though this is a step-by-step tutorial series, you will learn how to add your own creative touches and story additions along the way, so you share and sell your game.
How to research what games are popular, and gain inspiration from them...
Where to find the best, free Unity assets, and give your game a professional feel...
How to create gorgeous graphics, and learn color theory, lighting principles, and contrast...
How to create lush, atmospheric forests using the Unity terrain system...
What goes into creating a simple yet effective enemy who stalks the player...
Creating cutscenes, recording pro audio using your phone, making GIFs, and much more!
It's helped me to stay motivated and make my first game "Cor Mechanica." Had I not known about this, I probably would still be procrastinating about what game I should make.
Without this course, I would not have been able to learn Unity in such a short time. It's helped me and is still helping me with the development of my game.
Whether you're experienced with making games or completely new to it, David does a fantastic job with walking you through the process and mindset needed to create the games you've always dreamed of, even if you don't have the spare change to.
If you're on the fence, if you haven't made a game before, if you're a little shaky, or if you're just like I was and you're super-duper overwhelmed and you don't know where to start... start with the course!
One of the best tutorials on the internet.
It's been an amazing resource for a beginner like me!
The 7-Day Game Launch Tutorial Videos
Over 5 hours of high-quality, self-paced tutorials which don't waste your time. Includes homework assignments and challenge slides! Lifetime access (not just 7 days)! ($100 Value)
My Top 5 Launch Tips Workbook
Download my guide to successfully launching your game in this crowded market! ($10 Value)
Exclusive discount for Playmaker
I use Playmaker to make my games without code, and it's powerful and super easy! It's the perfect tool for easing into game development. ($20 Value)
LIMITED TIME ONLY!
Early bird special: you can keep these two special bonus gifts, but only for a limited time!
GDU Asset Pack
($13 Value)
Over 270 MB of music, 3D models, and sounds! Use this free pack to finish your game faster.
C# Asset Pack
($15 Value)
Don't want to use Playmaker? Use this free script package to finish your game instead!
My Money Back Guarantee!
I know you are going to absolutely fall in love with game development and this online course! In fact, I guarantee you will be creating gorgeous games in 7 days, or I'll send back every penny you paid within 30 days of purchase, no questions asked.
