Building Medieval Worlds - Unreal Engine 5 Modular Kitbash

1. Course Objectives

In this video, we will discuss the specific learning objectives for this course, so you have a clear understanding of what you will gain from completing it.

1. Creating New Project and UI Basics

In this video, you will be introduced to Unreal Engine 5 and learn how to create a new project from scratch. You will also familiarize yourself with the user interface of the software and understand how to navigate through the different windows and panels.

2. Viewport Basics

This video will take us through the very basics; you will learn how to use the Viewport in Unreal Engine 5 to get a better perspective on your environment. You will learn how to navigate through the viewport using different camera modes, change the view mode, and adjust the camera settings.

3. Resource Pack and Introduction to Modular Kit

In this video, you will learn about modular kit and resource packs that are available in Unreal Engine 5. You will understand the benefits of using modular kits to build your environment, and how to use the resource pack to create your castle environment.

4. Setting Up Large-Scale Scene

In this video, you will learn how to create a large-scale scene in Unreal Engine 5. You will understand how to set up the landscape, the sky, and the lighting, and learn how to optimize the scene for better performance.

1. Landscape Mode Basics

In this video, you will learn the basics of the Landscape mode in Unreal Engine 5. You will learn how to create a terrain and manipulate it, add foliage and textures, and understand how to use the different painting tools.

2. Creating Entrance for the Tower

In this video, you will see your scene and modular pieces come to life. You will start building the castle environment by creating an entrance for the tower. You will learn how to use modular kit assets to build the entrance and understand how to align and snap them to the grid.

3. Creating Curvature Out of Stone Walls

In this video, you will learn how to create curvature out of the stone walls in the castle environment. You will understand how to use the mesh editing tools to manipulate the mesh and give it a more natural look.

1. Building Archway within Inner Castle Walls

This video will start you working on elevation. You will learn how to build an archway within the inner castle walls. You will understand how to use modular kit assets to build the archway and how to align and snap them to the grid.

2. Building Staircase and Fixing Collisions

In this video, you will learn how to build a staircase and fix collisions in the castle environment. You will understand how to use the collision tool to add collision to the staircase and how to optimize it for better performance.

3. Working with Vertical Slopes of Castle Walls

In this video, you will learn how to work with the vertical slopes of the castle walls in the environment. You will understand how to use the mesh editing tools to manipulate the mesh and give it a more natural look.

1. Building House Base

Starting from this video, you will be introduced to modular kit bashing, you will learn how to build the base of the house in the castle environment. You will understand how to use the modular kit assets to build the base and how to align and snap them to the grid.

2. Adding Roof to Our 3D Hut

In this video, you will learn how to add a roof to the 3D hut in the castle environment. You will understand how to use the mesh editing tools to manipulate the mesh and give it a more natural look.

3. Breaking Up the Surface of a Digital House

In this video, you will learn how to break up the surface of the digital house in the castle environment. You will understand how to use the mesh editing tools to manipulate the mesh and give it a more natural look.

4. Creating Variation Out of Modular Mesh

In this video, you will learn how to create variations of modular meshes for your castle environment. You will explore how to use different tools and techniques to create a unique set of modular meshes to build out your castle.

1. Adding Smaller Details to the House

In this video, you will learn how to add small details to the house. You will learn how to use different materials and textures to create a realistic look for your castle. Additionally, you will also explore how to create different meshes and components to add to your castle's small details.

2. Customizing 3D House Using Props

In this video, you will learn how to customize your 3D house using different props. You will learn how to use props to create different looks and styles for your castle. You will also learn how to use different techniques and tools to add these props to your house in a way that looks natural and cohesive.

3. Modelling Complexity to Our 3D Hut Using Kitbash Assets

In this video, you will learn how to model complexity to your 3D hut using kitbash assets. You will explore different kitbash asset options and learn how to use them to create complex and interesting 3D huts. Additionally, you will learn how to use different tools and techniques to integrate these kitbash assets seamlessly into your castle environment.

1. Working on a Small 3D Hut from Roof Downwards

In this video, you will learn how to work on a small 3D hut from the roof downwards. You will explore different techniques for creating realistic roofs and learn how to add detail and texture to your hut. Additionally, you will learn how to work with different tools and components to create a complete and realistic 3D hut.

2. Adding Door and Overhang to 3D Small Hut

In this video, you will learn how to add a door and overhang to your 3D small hut. You will explore different techniques for creating a door and overhang that look natural and cohesive with the rest of your castle environment. Additionally, you will learn how to use different tools and components to create a complete and realistic 3D small hut.

3. Adding Detail to Small Modular Houses

In this video, you will learn how to add detail to small modular houses. You will explore different techniques for creating small details that add character and interest to your castle environment. Additionally, you will learn how to use different tools and components to create a complete and realistic modular house.

4. Composition Patterns from Modular Houses

In this video, you will learn how to compose patterns from modular houses. You will explore different techniques for creating patterns and learn how to apply these patterns to your modular houses to create a unique and interesting look for your castle environment. Additionally, you will learn how to use different tools and components to create a complete and realistic modular house.

1. Creating Grand Building Using Free-Flow Modular Building Technique

This video will focus on creating custom designs. You will learn how to create a grand building using a free-flow modular building technique. You will explore different techniques for creating a grand building that looks natural and cohesive with the rest of your castle environment. Additionally, you will learn how to use different tools and components to create a complete and realistic grand building.

2. Creating Clock Tower

In this video, you will learn how to create a clock tower for your castle environment. You will explore different techniques for creating a clock tower that looks natural and cohesive with the rest of your castle environment. Additionally, you will learn how to use different tools and components to create a complete and realistic clock tower.

3. Creating Water Mill Using Free-Form Modular Modelling

In this video, you will learn how to create a water mill using the free-form modular modelling technique. You will learn how to build the base, blades, and other features of the mill.

4. Extending 3D Water Mill and Creating Custom Attachments

In this video, you will learn how to extend the 3D water mill that you created in the previous video. You will also learn how to create custom attachments for the mill, such as gears and cogs.

1. Building Base for River Pass House

In this video, you will learn how to build the base for a river pass house. You will learn how to use modular assets to create a foundation that fits seamlessly into the environment.

2. Building Modular Hut for River Top

In this video, you will learn how to create a modular hut for the river top. You will learn how to use the different modular assets to create walls, roofs, and other features of the hut.

3. Combining the Modular Collections for a Grand 3D Watermill

In this video, you will learn how to combine the modular collections to create a grand 3D watermill. You will learn how to use different assets to create the blades, walls, and other features of the mill.

4. Creating Roof Archway Attachments for Custom Buildings

In this video, you will learn how to create roof archway attachments for custom buildings. You will learn how to use modular assets to create archways that fit seamlessly into the environment.

5. Adding Water Mill to the Center of a Castle

In this video, you will learn how to add a water mill to the center of a castle. You will learn how to use modular assets to create a base that fits seamlessly into the environment.

1. Creating Hut Tower Extensions Using 3D Modular Pack

In this video, you will learn how to create hut tower extensions using the 3D modular pack. You will learn how to use different assets to create the walls, roofs, and other features of the tower.

2. Reinforcing 3D Huts with Stone

In this video, you will learn how to reinforce 3D huts with stone. You will learn how to use different assets to create walls, roofs, and other features of the hut.

3. Finishing Small Hut Iteration and Planning Ahead

In this video, you will learn how to finish the small hut iteration and plan ahead. You will learn how to use the modular assets to create a final version of the hut that fits seamlessly into the environment.

4. Populating UE5 Castle with Houses

In this video, you will learn how to populate your UE5 castle with houses. You will learn how to use modular assets to create different types of houses that fit seamlessly into the environment.

1. Creating River Housing Area in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to create a river housing area in UE5. You will learn how to use modular assets to create houses that are specifically designed to be located near a river.

2. Breaking Up River Roofs with More Roofs

In this video, you will learn how to break up river roofs with more roofs. You will learn how to use different assets to create a roof that fits seamlessly into the environment.

1. Creating River in Unreal Engine 5

In this video, you will learn how to use landscape tools to create a river that fits seamlessly into the environment.

2. Setting Up River Material

In this video, you will learn how to set up a river material for your castle environment. You will start by creating a basic material, then add flow and wave textures to simulate the movement of water. You will also learn how to adjust the watercolor and transparency to achieve a realistic look.

3. Creating Lake Water in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to create lake water for your castle environment. We will use the river material we created in the previous video as a starting point, and adjust the settings to make the water appear calmer and more reflective. We will also add foam and ripples to create the appearance of water movement.

1. Setting Up Bridge

In this video, you will learn how to set up a bridge for your castle environment. You will start by creating a basic mesh for the bridge, then add textures and adjust the lighting to create a realistic look. You will also learn how to create a simple collision shape to prevent players from falling through the bridge.

2. Deforming Bridge Using Modeling Toolkit

In this video, you will learn how to use the Modeling Toolkit in UE5 to deform your bridge. You will start by creating a basic deformation shape, then use the Modeling Toolkit to adjust the shape and apply it to your bridge. You will also learn how to add textures to the deformed area to create a seamless look.

1. Creating Harbor Area in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to create a harbor area for your castle environment. You will start by creating a basic mesh for the harbor, then add textures and adjust the lighting to create a realistic look. You will also learn how to add boats and other objects to the harbor to make it look livelier.

2. Finalizing Harbor Environment for Castle City

In this video, you will learn how to finalize the harbor environment for your castle city. You will add details such as ropes and fishing nets to the boats and adjust the water material to create a more realistic appearance. You will also learn how to optimize the environment for better performance.

3. Creating Boat Occlusion

In this video, you will learn how to create a boat occlusion for your castle environment. You will use a simple occlusion material to create the appearance of boats disappearing behind objects. This will help make the harbor environment look more realistic.

1. Material Graph Basics

In this video, you will learn the basics of the material graph in UE5. You will start by creating a simple material, then add textures and parameters to it. You will also learn how to create a material instance to make it easy to modify the material later on.

2. Tweaking Water Material for Boat Masking

In this video, you will learn how to tweak your water material to create boat masking. You will add a new layer to the material and adjust the opacity to make boats appear to be partially submerged in the water. You will also learn how to adjust the masking parameters to create a seamless look.

3. Material Instance Basics

In this video, you will learn the basics of material instances in UE5. You will start by creating a material instance for a basic material, then adjust the parameters to create different variations of the material. You will also learn how to use material instances to create a more efficient workflow.

4. Creating Depth Fade Material Instance

In this video, you will learn how to create a depth fade material instance for your castle environment. You will use this material to make objects fade out as they get further away, which will help optimize the environment for better performance. You will also learn how to adjust the parameters to create different levels of fading.

1. Designing Alleyway 3D Environment

In this video, you will learn how to design an alleyway in a 3D environment using Unreal Engine 5. You will explore techniques to create a realistic environment by adding details and textures to the walls, pavement, and buildings.

2. Creating Mini Huts for Extra Space Fillings of a Castle

In this video, you will learn how to create mini huts in Unreal Engine 5 to fill empty spaces within a castle environment. You will work on the details, textures, and placement of the huts to add an extra layer of depth to the environment.

3. Finding Place for Smaller Houses within 3D City Scene

In this video, you will learn how to find the right places to add smaller houses within a 3D city scene in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore different placement techniques and adjust the size and scale of the buildings to create a realistic city environment.

4. Design Overhangs for a Virtual Street

In this video, you will learn how to design overhangs for a virtual street in Unreal Engine 5. You will work on the details, textures, and placement of the overhangs to create a realistic and visually appealing environment.

5. Adding Attachments to the Street

In this video, you will learn how to add attachments to the street in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore different techniques to add details such as streetlamps, benches, and other elements that will bring life to the environment.

1. Creating Huts on Top of Castle Walls

This video will focus on creating height varied castle details. You will learn how to create huts on top of castle walls in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore different techniques to add textures and details to the huts and work on their placement to create a realistic environment.

2. Adjusting Structural Detail for a UE5 Street

In this video, you will learn how to adjust the structural detail of a street in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore different techniques to add textures and details to the buildings, pavement, and other elements to create a more realistic environment.

3. Connecting Edges of Our UE5 Castle

In this video, you will learn how to connect the edges of a castle in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore techniques to create a seamless transition between different parts of the castle environment, adding depth and realism.

1. Working on Our Environment 3D Landmark

In this video, you will learn how to work on the 3D landmark of the environment in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore different techniques to add details, textures, and depth to the landmark, making it a focal point of the environment.

1. Creating Stronghold Structure in Unreal Engine 5

In this video, you will learn how to create a stronghold structure in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore techniques to add textures and details to the structure and work on its placement to create a realistic and visually appealing environment.

2. Creating Different-Sized Cobblestone Buildings

In this video, you will learn how to create cobblestone buildings of different sizes in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore techniques to add details and textures to the buildings and work on their placement to create a realistic environment.

3. Adding Detail Variances to the Stronghold Structural Assets

In this video, you will learn how to add detail variances to the stronghold structural assets in Unreal Engine 5. You will explore techniques to add depth and realism to the assets, making them stand out in the environment.

4. Creating Stronghold Structures In-Between Landmark and City

In this video, you will learn how to create the structures for your castle environment, specifically those that connect the landmark and city areas. You will discover different techniques for building these structures to ensure that they look authentic and fit in with the overall design of your castle.

5. Connecting the Edge to the Stronghold

In this video, you will learn how to connect the edge of your castle environment to the stronghold. You will explore various tools and techniques for building the necessary structures and ensuring they blend seamlessly with the rest of the environment.

1. Finishing Elevation Edges

In this video, you will learn how to finish the elevation edges of your castle environment. You will discover how to use different materials and techniques to create the desired effect and ensure that your environment looks realistic and polished.

2. Shaping Out the Stronghold

In this video, you will learn how to shape out the stronghold of your castle environment. You will explore various techniques for creating the main structures, walls, and gates of the castle to ensure that they look authentic and realistic.

3. Patching Up the Back End of Our Virtual Stronghold

In this video, you will learn how to patch up the back end of your virtual stronghold in the castle environment. You will explore different techniques for adding finishing touches to the castle to ensure that it looks complete and polished.

4. Reinforcing Virtual Castle Walls

In this video, you will learn how to reinforce the virtual castle walls in your environment. You will discover different techniques for creating sturdy and robust walls to ensure that the castle environment looks realistic and authentic.

1. Preparing for Landscape Creation

Starting from this video, you will be introduced to Terrain Texturing. You will learn how to prepare for landscape creation in your castle environment. You will explore various techniques for ensuring that the landscape looks natural and fits in with the overall design of the environment.

2. Creating Landscape Base Material with Quixel Textures

In this video, you will learn how to create the base material for the landscape using Quixel textures. You will discover different techniques for ensuring that the material looks realistic and fits in with the overall design of the environment.

3. Using Noise Texture to Break Landscape Pattern

In this video, you will learn how to use noise texture to break up the landscape pattern in your castle environment. You will explore different techniques for adding variety to the landscape to ensure that it looks natural and authentic.

4. Distance-Based Material Blending

In this video, you will learn how to use distance-based material blending to create a natural and realistic landscape in your castle environment. You will discover different techniques for blending different materials to create a cohesive look for the environment.

1. Creating Material Blend

In this video, you will learn how to create material blends for your castle environment. You will explore different techniques for blending different materials to create a natural and cohesive look for the environment.

2. Automatic Landscape Material Setup

In this video, you will learn how to set up automatic landscape material in your castle environment. You will discover different techniques for creating a natural and realistic environment with minimal effort.

3. Creating Tile Textures for Landscape Material

In this video, you will learn how to create tile textures for the landscape material in your castle environment. You will explore different techniques for creating realistic textures that fit in with the overall design of the environment.

4. Creating Node Reroutes

In this video, you will learn how to create node reroutes in your castle environment. You will explore different techniques for ensuring that your environment looks polished and professional.

5. UE5 Landscape Material Cleanup

In this video, you will learn how to clean up your UE5 landscape material. We will go through the various components that make up the material and optimize it for better performance.

1. Fixing Ground for Digital Castle

In this video, we will be fixing the ground for our digital castle. We will go through the process of identifying and resolving ground issues that may arise during the creation of the environment.

2. Creating Puddles in Our Castle

In this video, we will be creating puddles within our castle environment. You will learn how to use various tools in UE5 to create realistic water puddles on the ground.

1. Creating Our First Blueprint

In this video, we will be creating our first blueprint. We will go through the basics of blueprint creation and demonstrate how to create a simple blueprint.

2. Blueprint Basics

In this video, you will learn the basics of blueprints. We will go through the different types of blueprints and how they are used in UE5.

3. Creating Blueprint Variations

In this video, we will be creating blueprint variations. You will learn how to use blueprint templates to create different variations of the same blueprint quickly.

4. Populating Our Castle with 3D Market Stalls

In this video, we will be populating our castle environment with 3D market stalls. We will go through the process of importing 3D assets and placing them in the environment.

5. Populating Castle with Asset Collections

In this video, we will be populating our castle environment with asset collections. You will learn how to create asset collections and use them to quickly populate the environment.

1. Working on Structure Aesthetics Inside Castle Walls

In this video, we will be working on the structural aesthetics inside the castle walls. You will learn how to use various tools in UE5 to create detailed structures and how to optimize them for better performance.

1. Landscape Building

In this video, we will be building the landscape for our castle environment. You will learn how to use the landscape tools in UE5 to sculpt and paint the environment.

2. Eroding Edges of Our Cliffs in UE5

In this video, we will be eroding the edges of our cliffs in UE5. You will learn how to use the erosion tool to create realistic-looking terrain.

3. Working with Chunk Copies

In this video, we will be working with chunk copies. You will learn how to use this tool to create copies of chunks and how to optimize them for better performance.

1. Bringing Stone Assets into Our Environment

In this video, we will bring in stone assets. You will learn how to import and place stone assets to create realistic-looking structures.

2. Setting Up Rock Formation in Our Digital Landscape

In this video, we will be setting up a rock formation in our digital landscape. You will learn how to use the landscape tools to sculpt and paint the environment to create realistic-looking rock formations.

3. Reforming Rock Formation in 3D Environment

In this video, we will be reforming the rock formation in the 3D environment. You will learn how to optimize the rock formations for better performance and adjust the details of the 3D environment.

4. Placing Stone Clusters Using Foliage Mode

In this video, we will be placing stone clusters using the foliage mode. You will learn how to use the foliage mode to quickly place clusters of stones throughout the environment.

1. Quixel Material Blend Setup

In this video, you will learn how to set up and use Quixel material blends to add variety and realism to your castle environment.

2. Adjusting Textures Using Material Blend Controls

In this video, you will learn how to use material blend controls to adjust and fine-tune your textures, giving your castle environment a more polished and professional look.

3. Vertex Painting

In this video, you will learn how to use vertex painting to add additional detail and variety to your castle environment.

1. Small Foliage Setup

In this video, you will learn how to set up and place small foliage, such as grass and flowers, to add more realism to your castle environment.

2. Building Our Shrubs

In this video, you will learn how to create and place shrubs, which will add depth and detail to your castle environment.

3. Setting Up Large Trees

In this video, you will learn how to set up and place large trees, which will help create a more immersive and realistic castle environment.

4. Planting Trees in Unreal Engine 5

In this video, you will learn how to plant trees and customize their appearance using UE5's foliage toolset.

1. Cloth Simulation for Flags

In this video, you will learn how to use cloth simulation to create realistic flag movement for your castle environment.

2. Adding Fighting Ring to Castle

In this video, you will learn how to add a fighting ring to your castle environment, complete with custom textures and lighting.

3. Setting Up Chimneys and Slabs to Decorate 3D Huts

In this video, you will learn how to decorate 3D huts in your castle environment by adding chimneys and slabs, giving them a more authentic and lived-in look.

1. Setting Up Day-Night Cycle Using BP

In this video, you will learn how to set up a day-night cycle using blueprints, which will add a new layer of realism and immersion to your castle environment.

2. Setting Up the Moon in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to set up the moon in UE5, adding to the overall ambience and atmosphere of your castle environment.

3. Adding Moon Cycles

In this video, you will learn how to add moon cycles to your castle environment, further enhancing the realism and immersion of your environment.

4. Setting Up Night Light

In this video, you will learn how to set up lighting for your castle environment, creating a realistic night-time ambience.

5. Window Light Sources in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to add window light sources to your castle environment, creating a more realistic and believable lighting setup.

1. Setting Up Fire Particle within Torch Blueprints

In this video, you will learn how to set up fire particle effects within torch blueprints, which will add more life and activity to your castle environment.

2. Setting Up Torches in Medieval Castle

In this video, you will learn how to set up torches throughout your castle environment, adding both light and atmosphere to your scene.

1. Large-Scale Terrain Sculpting

This video will be a complete guide to terrain shaping; you will learn how to sculpt large-scale terrain features in your castle environment, such as hills and valleys, to create a more immersive and varied landscape.

2. Sculpting Out Large Terrain for Castle Scene

In this video, you will learn how to sculpt out large terrain features to create a realistic and varied landscape for your castle environment.

3. Creating Clusters of Foliage for Large-Scale Environments

This video will focus on creating overall nature aesthetics for the castle scene. You will learn how to create clusters of foliage for large-scale environments, using the foliage mode in UE5. You will learn how to vary the sizes and types of foliage and how to place them realistically to create a visually pleasing environment.

4. Setting Up Bush Clusters for Large Environments

In this video, you will learn how to set up bush clusters for large environments in UE5. You will learn how to use the Foliage tool to add bush clusters to your environment and how to adjust their parameters to create a more realistic look.

1. Adding Decorative Mountains in Background

In this video, you will learn how to add decorative mountains to your castle environment's background. You will learn how to create a mountain mesh, adjust its texture, and add it to your environment as a background element.

2. Setting Up Custom Vertex Blend

In this video, you will learn how to set up a custom vertex blend in UE5. You will learn how to create different terrain types, such as grass, dirt, and rocks, and how to blend them seamlessly using a custom vertex blend.

3. Blending in Mountains with Landscape in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to blend in mountains with the landscape in UE5. You will learn how to adjust the mountain mesh to match the landscape and use vertex painting to blend it in seamlessly with the environment.

1. Post-Processing in UE5

In this video, you will learn how to use post-processing in UE5 to enhance the visual quality of your castle environment. You will learn how to adjust the color grading, exposure, and other post-processing settings to create a more realistic look.

2. Water Wheel Motion

In this video, you will learn how to create water wheel motion in UE5. You will learn how to set up a simple animation for the water wheel using the blueprint component tab.

3. Final Unreal Engine 5 Steps

In this video, you will learn the final steps to complete your castle environment in UE5. You will learn how to tweak the colors and create an image to share your project with others.