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Project and folder creation

Import and assign the character in the game mode

Create the hookshot blueprint

Add Hookshot input and blueprint inside the character

Line traces to determine the hoookshot hit

Determine a good location for the character

Create a collision trace channel for the hookshot to know which objects I can hit

Encapsulate the behavior in the hookshot class

Moving the character instead of teleporting it

Handle shooting the air

Implementing the Hook and Chain

Create the needed chains by using the instanced mesh component

Modify the logic to work in real time

Hookshot animation

Tell the character to move through an event dispatcher

Handle the returning state

Polish the movement and collision of the mechanic

Add a crosshair

Secret Sauce

Attaching the hookshot to the hand

Polishing the hookshot and adding restrictions

Conclusions

Description:

Learn how to create a grappling hook (hookshot) mechanic in Unreal Engine 5 using Blueprints. Dive into the process of implementing this popular game feature, from setting up the project and creating the necessary blueprints to fine-tuning the movement and collision mechanics. Explore techniques for line tracing, character movement, mesh creation, and real-time logic implementation. Master the art of adding visual polish with chain animations, crosshairs, and hand attachments. By the end of this comprehensive tutorial, gain the skills to enhance your game's traversal mechanics and create more engaging gameplay experiences.

Make Your Game Cooler With a Hookshot - Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Tutorial

UNF Games

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#Programming #Game Development #Unreal Engine #Art & Design #Visual Arts #Animation #Character Movement #Blueprints Visual Scripting

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