How to Create a Teleporter

Last Updated: November 1, 20242.2 min read

Overview

Get ready to level up the excitement in your Sceneri game! In this blog post, we’re about to unveil the epic power of teleporters. Brace yourself for a wild ride as we unlock a whole new dimension of gameplay that will leave your players thrilled! Follow our lead as we guide you through the steps outlined in an action-packed video tutorial. Get ready to create games that will keep your players hooked and asking for more! Let’s dive in and teleport our way to gaming greatness!

Add Teleporters

Firstly, we will introduce teleporters to the scene. Through Sceneri’s intuitive interface, we will locate the “teleport” component and seamlessly incorporate it into the level.

Connecting

Once in place, we simply need to target the second teleporter in the scene by utilizing the quick asset switcher.

Testing

Now, itโ€™s time to test the teleporters in action. Weโ€™ll dive into the gameplay and experience the excitement of teleporting between different locations within the level. The video tutorial demonstrates how the teleporters enable players to reach the previously unattainable finish flag and complete the level successfully.

With the basic teleportation mechanics in place, the possibilities for game design expand exponentially. You can think outside the box and brainstorm unique ideas for utilizing teleporters in your games. The absence of complex scripting allows for greater focus on level design and creating innovative challenges. Check out our simple tutorial for adding teleporters to your first Sceneri game:

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Additional Notes

There are many other practical ways to use the teleporters in your game scenes. Here are some examples:

  • Puzzles: Delve into the realm of crafted puzzles designed to utilize dynamic objects and pressure plates within a scene. Who knows, before you realize it, you might have created the next Portal game.
  • Level Progression: One handy trick that works wonders for your game is to leverage teleportation to seamlessly transport your player between sections within the same world. This strategic implementation of teleportation adds depth to the level progression when creatively designed.
  • Mind-bending Mazes: Challenge players to hone their skills in the art of precise teleportation, enabling them to unlock hidden pathways and reach coveted treasures within intricate and mind-bending mazes.

Flat out, teleporters are a versatile and exhilarating gameplay mechanic that has the potential to elevate your games to the next level (sometimes quite literally). By following the steps outlined in the video tutorial and experimenting with diverse level designs, you can craft captivating and immersive experiences that truly engage players.

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