How to Make Tile Based Platform Games in Gamemaker (Udemy.com)

The course has been very well paced and the code is well explained for the most part, but there were some missed opportunities that Peter seemed to have grazed over (*) . I am enjoying his clever variable usage in each object and how he uses them in code brackets. I am learning a lot of neat tricks this way and it has helped me with my other projects. Overall, what most people say about the class is very much true. It is a great starting point for anyone wanting to get into game making with Game Maker Studio 2. (*) One example is the collision code with the solid blocks pertaining to the player object. He did a great job with explaining the right side collision code, but didn't give the same respect to the collision code to the left of the player. Even if it is taking out some code, explain how that portion works is big for some people.

Udemy should really have a policy to archive old outdated courses and not trap consumers into making these purchases. Another trick these "instructors" do is to update a word or two so the date on the course changes which is just yet another trap. Course content is outdate and does not match later versions of GM. Instructor has tried to insert updates into his video but you will still need to go find solutions. Much the pity as it would serve learners better to pay money for something that is relevant.

After completing this course, I have to say I am thoroughly impressed. I purchased this course as my team has a goal of making an indie platformer and this course went through everything needed to make that happen. If you're determined, this course can bring you to a state where you're ready to make your game. After finishing I'm going to set out making my own game now and I feel fully aware of how to do that. The instructor is polite and very detail oriented, there is no better course on Udemy for this. Also I began looking in other learning sites as well as Youtube and those were not even comparable in the depth. If you REALLY want to make a platformer there is no other option if you're actually serious

This is a great course, well thought out and well delivered. As a retired engineer with an interest in software, I found it very interesting to follow along with and see how the game is developed. The Instructor packs many interesting items into the game, and you never feel any have been left out. The game feels polished and complete, within the limitations of what can be achieved in Gamemaker within a reasonable amount of time. It did take me some time to complete the course, but there is a lot to get through, and without cutting corners, I can't see how you could shorten the duration. As they say ‘You get out what you put in’. My only comment is that, for me, it would have been helpful to have seen a Game Design Document at the start, to understand the intended game's scope and relevant detail, and to follow along with the course. However, I understand that would take even more time to produce and I expect the course has already taken a long time to create. The course equips you with all the elements that can then be applied to your own games. I would be interested in any other courses Peter delivers.

I wanted to complete the course before I write this revew. With three words " A MUST BUY!!! " I really don't know how to begin my review. The course teaches you a vast array of Gamemaker2 core mechanics, every lectures is as big as it should be so you have the time to understand every new part of coding. Peter is a great instructor with deep knowledge of what he is doing and always ready to help with any issue you come across. I can't describe you the joy i have as a person with zero previous knowledge of coding as now I believe I have a very solid foundation to move on!

Hi there, Peter, I just wanted to say what a fantastic course this has been. Start to finish it has a great structure, clear learning points and milestones, and has given me so many skills to be able to go away and implement my own games and ideas (even within the course I was making tweaks from what I learnt!) Even better, you've updated your content to match the newest version of Gamemaker, which is incredible, so thank you for that! Highly recommend this for anyone who wants to be introduced to building games with Gamemaker as all the skills you learn are invaluable! Thanks again, Peter! Luke

Many problems with gamemaker studio 2.3

Fantastic course!
- All well organized and explained.
- Very polished and proffesional results.
- Maybe not for begginers.

This course saved me for my Game Design module in university. Very comprehensive coverage of a lot of systems that go into making a platformer game, and I learnt so much about the game engine as well! Structure wise, the pacing and progression is very well done. Peter has ordered it in a way that makes a lot of sense, starting from just moving your player around, to creating its states, to introducing rooms, enemies, and other stuff. He also added in a lot of small tutorials that drastically improve game feel, like aesthetic additions that add more 'juiciness' to the game. That's a level of detail that I really appreciate. If you're familiar with coding, it's pretty easy to jump around to further sections of the course and still follow what's happening. If anything, long videos may be a little tiring, but maybe that's more due to the fact that I had a deadline to hit. Overall, I HIGHLY recommend this course to anyone that's interested in making a platformer game such as this. In my opinion, programmers of any skill level would be able to pick this up, and likely add this language to their skills by the end of it. Thanks for saving my grade Peter :)

Informative and practical

It's good, it has great explanations, as someone that it's new to coding in gamemaker studio and has learned just the basics, it's a good way to learn more, but also I recommend to read the book, the guide of the Gamemaker studio page.

Lots of great info and very professionally done.