{"id":2820,"date":"2025-07-07T01:06:35","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T01:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspiredtoeducate.net\/inspiredtoeducate\/?p=2820"},"modified":"2025-07-07T01:28:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T01:28:49","slug":"10-tools-to-build-2d-platformer-using-unity-3d","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inspiredtoeducate.net\/inspiredtoeducate\/10-tools-to-build-2d-platformer-using-unity-3d\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Tools To Build 2D Platformer using Unity 3D"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- Facebook Like Button v1.9.6 BEGIN [http:\/\/blog.bottomlessinc.com] -->\n<iframe src=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/like.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Finspiredtoeducate.net%2Finspiredtoeducate%2F10-tools-to-build-2d-platformer-using-unity-3d%2F&amp;layout=standard&amp;show_faces=false&amp;width=450&amp;action=like&amp;colorscheme=light\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" allowTransparency=\"true\" style=\"border:none; overflow:hidden; width:450px; height: 30px; align: left; margin: 2px 0px 2px 0px\"><\/iframe>\n<!-- Facebook Like Button END -->\n<p><img src=\"http:\/\/inspiredtoeducate.net\/inspiredtoeducate\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/make-2d-platformer-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a curated set of <strong>7 video tutorials<\/strong> and <strong>3 blog posts<\/strong> that dive into building a 2D platformer in Unity3D inspired by <em>Super Mario Bros<\/em>. These resources cover everything from level design and movement mechanics to enemy behavior and polish.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>? Video Tutorials for Building a Mario-Style Platformer in Unity<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GCkq6XqyJZg\">How to make Super Mario Bros in Unity (Part 1) &#8211; Level Design<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nThis video walks through creating the foundational level layout, including background elements, blocks, pipes, and camera setup\u2014perfect for getting started with tilemaps and prefab organization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DTp5zi8_u1U\">Creating Tilemaps For Your 2D Game in Unity 2021 &#8211; Tutorial<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nUnitys Tilemap system makes it easy to create grid-based 2D levels and worlds. Without any coding you can draw tiles onto a Tilemap. With additional components like special colliders you can fastly create a usable prototype of a 2D game and enjoy a lot of cool features. The Tilemap system can be installed via the Package Manager and is pre-installed on a 2D project, selected via the Unity Hub.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/m.youtube.com\/watch?v=xYRA3uAola4&amp;t=543s\">How to make a platformer like Mario in Unity &#8211; Part 1 &#8211; Initial Setup<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nFocuses on importing assets, setting up scenes, and laying out the environment with hills, bushes, and question blocks\u2014ideal for visual learners.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=USLp-4iwNnQ\">Super Mario &#8211; Running Tutorial in Unity<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nExplains how to implement smooth running mechanics using Rigidbody2D, animation states, and sprite flipping\u2014great for refining character control.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SPe1xh4D7Wg\">How to make Super Mario Bros in Unity (Part 2) &#8211; Movement<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nA deep dive into horizontal movement, jumping physics, collision detection, and animation blending for a responsive Mario-like experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=k_C1NnzSAKQ\">How To Make a 2D GAME Like SUPER MARIO in UNITY &#8211; Enemy &amp; Player Attacks<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nAdds gameplay depth by introducing enemy AI, player health, and attack mechanics\u2014useful for expanding your platformer beyond basic movement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fZBEnlTwuuI\">How To Make A 2D Platformer In Unity (THE FASTEST WAY!)<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nOffers a rapid development approach using Unity\u2019s built-in tools like Tilemap, Animator, and custom scripts\u2014ideal if you&#8217;re looking to prototype quickly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>? Blog Posts to Deepen Your Understanding<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpcoderblog.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-2d-game-like-super-mario-in-unity\">How to Make a 2D Game Like Super Mario in Unity \u2013 Sharp Coder Blog<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nA comprehensive step-by-step guide covering project setup, player controls, environment design, power-ups, scoring, and publishing. Great for structured learners.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/discussions.unity.com\/t\/how-to-make-a-super-mario-bro-style-game\/566520\">How to make a Super Mario Bro style game \u2013 Unity Discussions<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nA community-driven thread with advice for beginners, links to Unity Learn tutorials, and tips on scripting and animation. Useful for discovering learning paths and peer insights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong><a class=\"wp-editor-md-post-content-link\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/salihkkus\/Super-Mario-Game-Unity-2D\">Super Mario Game Unity 2D \u2013 GitHub Project by Salih Karaku?<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nA full open-source project with CC0 assets, tilemaps, animations, and level transitions. 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