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I'm starting to plan what would be my first game. I have a general idea of the movement system I want, but I'm unsure if it will work as I expect it.

Is there any software where I can make a sort of animated mock-up of what I have in mind?

Alternatively, how is this typically addressed in game development?

Thank you!

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[–] fartsparkles@sh.itjust.works 14 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Nothing, absolutely nothing, is better than just making a prototype.

Dive into whatever engine or language you’re comfortable with and slap together some ugly code to test out the idea, see how it works, understand it better, and then set about refactoring.

[–] alertsleeper@programming.dev 4 points 1 year ago

that makes sense, thank you!

[–] ursakhiin@beehaw.org 11 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I would start by learning an engine. GoDot appears to be gaining some traction lately and should have plenty of resources available.

Once you are really familiar with how to work with an engine, you'll be able to knock out those proofs really quickly.

Later, if that engine you've started on doesn't give you what you need, you'll have the ability to more easily determine what engine would work best for your needs.

[–] GammaGames@beehaw.org 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

fyi Godot doesn’t have a capital D

Solid advice, learning an engine can make the prototyping stage quick and fun

[–] ursakhiin@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago

Thanks! I won't hide my shame but I appreciate the correction!