Build The Legend of Zenda Game in Unity® and Blender

An introduction to game development and design. In this course, you learn how to build a 3D game with Unity® and Blender.

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In this course, you learn how to build a 3D game with Unity® and Blender. This course is unique because we make both the code and the art for the game from scratch. We teach you the fundamentals of designing, coding, and modeling a 3D game.

  • Video: 29 hours
  • Skill level: Beginner Level

First you design the game "The Legend of Zenda" and its functionality in Unity. You learn how to code in C# and build video game levels. Don't worry if you've never coded before. We start simple and add more to the game as the course goes on.


Why Unity®?

Unity® is one of the most popular platforms in game development. You can use Unity® to build 2D and 3D games. Unity® is cross-platform, which means it is easy to use with other platforms.

Then you create 3D models for the game in Blender. You build all the art assets for the game, including the characters, weapons, cannon, dungeon, and temple. You learn how to integrate your art from Blender into Unity®.


Why Blender?

Blender, like Unity, is a popular production suite that is free to download. Blender is a revolutionary tool for making 3D art digitally. With Blender, you can make art assets for games, like we do in this course.


Is this course for me?

Even if you're not an artist, you can make basic art models. You may have heard of Axiom Verge and Stardew Valley. These games are million-dollar successes. But did you know that only one person made each?

Usually it takes a whole team of people to build a game. But creators Thomas Happ and Eric Barone developed and designed their games by themselves. Now they're millionaires. You can do it, too.

This course is targeted towards anyone who wants to learn game development. Our primary target students are complete beginners. But if you already know how to use Unity or Blender, you can still benefit from taking this course.


What programs do I need?

To follow along with these tutorials, you will need the following programs: Blender (for 3D modeling and texturing), Photoshop or a free program like Gimp (for 2D art and some texturing), and Unity® (for game set-up and coding). Unity® and Blender are free to download. Please download and install Unity® and Blender before purchasing this course. This course was recorded on a Mac computer, but you can use Unity® and Blender on a PC.


Course Curriculum


  Let's Make Some Games
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  T01. Introduction to Unity
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  T02. Introduction to Coding
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  T03. Introduction to Inputs
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  T04. Introduction to Prefabs
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  01G. Player Movement
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  02G. Weapons
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  03G. Enemies
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  04G. Camera and User Interface
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  05G. Terrains
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  06G. Level Design
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  Test Your Knowledge
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  Introduction to Blender
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  07K. Character Art
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  08K. Weapons Art
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  09K. Basic Enemy Art
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  10K. Strong Enemy Art
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  11K. Swivel Cannon Art
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  12K. Dungeon Art
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  13K. Spawn Temple Art
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  14K. Dungeon Entrance Temple Art
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  15G. Humanoid Models
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  16G. Beat the Dungeon
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  17G. Effects and AI
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  Zenda Source Code and Assets
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  Student Showcase and Newsletter
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Glauco Pires
Glauco Pires

Glauco Pires is Mammoth Interactive's lead game developer. He has nearly a decade of experience making arcade and educational games for clients from all around the globe.

Mammoth Interactive is a leading online course provider in everything from learning to code to becoming a YouTube star. Mammoth Interactive courses have been featured on Harvard’s edX, Business Insider and more.

Over 11 years, Mammoth Interactive has built a global student community with 1.1 million courses sold. Mammoth Interactive has released over 250 courses and 2,500 hours of video content.

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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What is your refund policy?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 60 days and we will give you a full refund.
What is the format of the courses?
Average courses are 5-50 hours long, with our biggest (to date) being Hello Coding 1.0, at 170 hours of content! Most lessons are between 15 and 30 minutes long, and they’re all available online that you can watch at any time that’s convenient for you. The videos feature a live recording of your instructor's screen as they develop in real time. With all source code and reference files included. So there will be absolutely no guesswork for you. And in case you ever get stuck, you can ask any questions and leave comments under each lecture.
Do I get course certificates?
Each certificate in this bundle is only awarded after you have completed every lecture of the course. Many of our students post their Mammoth Interactive certifications on LinkedIn. Not only that, but you will have projects to show employers on top of the certification.
Do I have to show up at a particular place or a particular time?
No, each course happens online, and you can take it from any place where you have an internet connection. You can view all lectures offline via the Teachable iOS app. All lectures are pre-recorded so you can watch them at any time that works for you. Of course, you can also enjoy all the lectures on your phone and tablet.
What if I’m not good with technology?
The majority of Mammoth Interactive students are complete beginners. Even if you feel like you know nothing about technology, you won’t feel left out. All technical concepts are described in simple terms while avoiding unnecessary jargon. Each course starts from scratch and builds up your knowledge substantially in steps. Students from age 5 to 70 have successfully completed our courses. And just in case you get stuck, you can always ask any questions under each lecture, which will be promptly answered by one of my team members.
What if I'm an experienced developer?
Stack Overflow's yearly developer survey found that developers over age 50 start to make less than their younger counterparts. Don't become one of the people affected by skill stagnation. Enroll in our school to future-proof your career for life. If you're an experienced developer, you will still benefit from Mammoth Interactive courses. By starting from scratch with each course, you will revisit the fundamentals and undo bad coding habits. You'll also find it easier to pick up new languages, making you able to take more courses and broaden your skillset.

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