Hidden Object Games in 2015

In recent years, hidden object games have become incredibly popular among gamers of all ages and skill levels. In this article, we will explore the concept of creating one such game using Unity, a powerful game development engine.

As a proof of concept, I didn't spend an excessive amount of time collecting assets for my project. However, to create a more serious game, you'll need high-quality backgrounds and images to find. This type of project may be ideal for designers who want to build a game that requires attention to detail.

To get started, you'll need some basic resources. For this tutorial, I've outlined the key steps below:

1. Collect your resources: Gather all the necessary assets, including PNG files with transparent backgrounds and images to hide.

2. Create a game concept: Decide on a theme or premise for your hidden object game. In my case, players need to find a badly Photoshopped cat in an image and press it to win and move on to the next one.

While creating this game took around an hour with some experience, it's indeed simple and can be made even more engaging by adding unique features. If you're new to Unity, it may take some time to navigate the interface and learn its various panels and functions. However, if you have prior experience with the engine, you should be able to follow along without issues.

One of the best aspects of creating hidden object games is that they can help developers improve their programming skills. As you build your game, you may want to add more functionality, which requires writing C# scripts. This makes Unity an excellent platform for learning programming concepts.

In recent years, making Android games has become accessible even without prior programming knowledge. I was curious to see if it's possible to create a hidden object game using Unity and existing assets. To fulfill a friend's request, I created a simple hidden object game and published it on the Play Store.

If you're new to hidden object games, the concept is straightforward: players receive a series of pictures with clues to find specific objects. They then tap their screen or click their mouse over the items as they discover them. To help users who get stuck during the tutorial process, I've created a quick video that provides additional guidance.

Overall, creating a hidden object game in 2015 is an excellent way to learn programming and develop your skills as a developer. With Unity's intuitive interface and existing assets, it's possible for anyone to create their own Android game without extensive programming knowledge.

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