Space Game Starter Kit [Released]

Hello Aren,
I was trying to add the single joystick (from the standard asset mobile package) to the 'Game' scene in SGSK, somehow, it is not showing in the game view when I ran the scene. I am not sure why. Is that due to your camera settings?

I wonder if you plan to integrate a joystick(like the one that came with the Unity3D mobile assets) to your ship controller script later on? Since your ship controller is tightly bundled with few other scripts, it might be a big effort to tear them apart. Anyway, do you have any suggestion on how to integrate them together? My primary interest is in Android and iPhone. Thanks in advance.

btw, I am getting "Scene is being destroyed while there are hidden renderers that are using it. This is likely an editor script creating objects with hideFlags and leaving them enabled" message here and there when I run the scene, is this normal?

 

@Kafar: Multiplayer is very optional.

@tumitoto: Likely due to camera setup, yes. SGSK uses several cameras to draw everything correctly. The scene is being destroyed message is a side effect of Unity version going up and SGSK version remaining the same. Either of the two updates -- SGSK with NGUI, or SGSK with NGUI+TNet fixes that one. Both updates are optional as I don't want to force either of the two packages on developers who are looking for a simple prototype to start with.

In regards to the visible joystick -- you should be able to tie into it easily enough, I don't see there being a need to tear apart the code. The input is currently handled only in one place, so you can add new stuff there easily.

 

Hello i have to work to a project for lego starwars...I bought your pack..it is really amazing...targeting works very well....I am using an eyetracking system instead of the mouse...and i am thinking on a solution for the arcade style game...without using the mouse to steer the spaceship...so it just follow the follow points in the rail example...and rotationg according to the position of the points...And is there an AI for enemy ships included in the pack?

Best regards

 

Nope, there is no AI aside from the homing missiles. In case of missiles, they are actually spaceships as well (have the spaceship script on them), and the AI logic steers them toward a specific objective. You could use this to create AI for ships as well -- but you will need to figure out the target objectives, and when to fire.

 

great...Thank you for your support...i will try to use the missile script for the enemy AI...and i have scripts for targeting...and other stuff...
another question: could you explain me how is the targeting working for the player? Is it based on mouse over?? Or how is the misile working? I see that is not always following the target you have locked in last?

 

Check the Missile script. It finds the closest HeatSource in front of it.

 

"Even runs on Android and iOS (with appropriately limited functionality) ?"

What functionality is available on android tablets? detailed list please
And how is the performance on android tablets?


Thank you

 

Do you perhaps have a apk for tablets where we could try the limited functionality and how the performance level is?

 

As I recall back when I tried it on an android device (1.5 years ago), it ran at 30+ FPS. The planet's atmosphere is turned off on mobiles, and controls need to be designed properly... but the rest worked fine. Nope, no APK.

 

I just purchased this template. This package looks to have what I need to help me get the game I want to make a reality. I'm a 3D modeler, not a coder, so I will try to figure this out I'm sure I will have some questions soon.

 

Is the target locked on , on mouse hoover? I am using an eyetracker.....where can i change...that instead of using the mouse over....coordinates...to use eyetracker x and y coordinates...?

Also, in which script i have to look,,and change...that the missile will follow the last target hooverd on? instead of usign heatbase system?

Thank you in advance

 

It's all inside SpaceshipController.cs.

 

I think i `ve asked you before...but i can`t figure it out....can you explain me how is the targeting workin? I mean: when is the target Locked on? I want that to happen when the mouse is over it...like hover...and that missille will follow the one that you looked at.....If you can have some directions where to change , and where to look...

Thank you

 

HeatSource.Find is what's used to find the optimal heat source in front of the ship (and to update missile's target).

If you want missiles to stay on target and not redirect themselves, just set "One Target" to 'true' on the Missile.

 

great thank you... it works But what about the Target lock on recticle? I want that to happen when mouse is over the enemy object...mouse hoover on collider...I have looked on SpaceShipController...but couldn`t find anything there...it seems that the mouse is restricted to an area of the screen..I want to be able to select all targets......... Mouse over target: target locks on......shoot missile...missile follows target....this is the game logic......

 

You will want to change the SpaceShipController as I mentioned. Its Update() function to be more precise.

If you have the NGUI version of this package, then your game objects will be receiving OnHover events (assuming the game camera has a UICamera attached). If not -- you will need to code your own logic.

 

ok I will try that...thank you for the support

 

I have a problem trying to run the game scene. When it starts UnityException: Input Axis Right is not setup.
I have un zipped the Project settings file to Project Settings but still get this. I'm new to unity so bear with me.

 

Hi Preefen, Welcome to Unity. Unity creates a Project Settings folder in the top directory/folder of the projects that you create. You need to replace that one with the one you unzipped.

 

Thanks for the quick reply.
Started new project, opened asset store and imported SGSK. unzipped projectsettings.
Now have new folder ProjectSettings with the Audiomanager.asset, ProjectSettings.asset etc in.
Open scenes folder and loaded game.
Pressed play at top and loads game but have no movement.
UnityException: Input Axis Right is not setup.
To change the input settings use: Edit -> Project Settings -> Input
SpaceshipController.Update () (at Assets/SGSK/Scripts/Game/SpaceshipController.cs:160)
Not sure what to change ?
If I load Arcade Controller Example I have movement control.

 

As Distant Temples mentioned, you need to unzip the contents of the zip file into the existing ProjectSettings folder, overwriting files that are already there. It's right beside the Assets folder.

 

Ok I see were I'm going wrong.
I am unzipping it in unity and it is coming up with a project setting folder but I need to unzip to my documents where the project folder is saved.
It now works ok
Thanks for your help.

 

On android with the word optimized, you say that if I compile for android of work without coding nothing?

 

Will it run? Yes. But it has a pretty terrible control scheme (there are no visible widgets, it's just based on touching sides of the screen).

 

Can one land on the planets and move around with any of the included demos?

tx,

shwa

 

No, the planet is just for show. You can get close to it, but you can't land on it.

 

Hi Aren Mook,

Do I need to buy TDNEt to use the TDNet version?
I already own NGUI license so how can I get the NGUI version of this game?

Stephane

 

Yes you need TNet if you want the version of this kit that uses TNet.

You can email me your invoice #s for NGUI and SGSK and I will send you a download link that combines them.

 

Ok thanks. I guess I'll get your email on your website

 

Hi ArenMook,

Bought the kit a few weeks back and very pleased with it so far. I am currently trying to allow users to change the ships weapons. Getting this functionality was simple enough, but I am unsure how to send this data over multiplayer so that all players see the same weapons for each other.

Would you be able to give some quick advice on this? No need to go to detailed if you don't have the time, just pointing me in the right direction would be great

Thanks

R1

 

My advise would be to use TNet. It makes sending data really simple. Unity Networking... that's rather fussy, and more of a trial-and-error deal.

 

Code (csharp):

1. /// <summary>
2.     /// Add an explosion force at the specified position.
3.     /// </summary>
4.  
5.     public void AddExplosionForce (float force, Vector3 pos, float radius, float upwardsModifier)
6.     {
7.         tno.Send(3, Target.All, force, pos, radius, upwardsModifier);
8.     }
9.  
10.     [RFC(12)] void OnAddExplosionForce (float force, Vector3 pos, float radius, float upwardsModifier)
11.     {
12.         rigidbody.AddExplosionForce(force, pos, radius, upwardsModifier);
13.     }
14.  

I believe this is a bug... there is no [RFC(3)] so should the above line be:

Code (csharp):

1.         tno.Send(12, Target.All, force, pos, radius, upwardsModifier);
2.  

?

Thanks and I'm still trying to understand the code so if I'm wrong, please don't hesitate to let me know

PS I observed this error in the console:

Code (csharp):

1. Unable to execute function with ID of '3'. Make sure there is a script that can receive this call.
2. UnityEngine.Debug:LogError(Object, Object)
3. TNObject:FindAndExecute(UInt32, Byte, Object[]) (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNObject.cs:354)
4. TNManager:OnForwardedPacket(BinaryReader) (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNManager.cs:755)
5. TNet.GameClient:ProcessPacket(Buffer, IPEndPoint) (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNGameClient.cs:620)
6. TNet.GameClient:ProcessPackets() (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNGameClient.cs:565)
7. TNManager:Update() (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNManager.cs:763)
8.  

Forgot: I also fixed the SGSpin file, the class was named Spin but filename was SGSpin.cs

Just updated TNet to v1.6.8 and the project will no longer Host a game
First Error:

Code (csharp):

1.  
2. An exception was thrown by the type initializer for System.Net.Sockets.Socket
3. UnityEngine.Debug:LogError(Object)
4. TNet.FileServer:Error(String) (at Assets/TNet/Server/TNFileServer.cs:44)
5. TNet.GameServer:Start(Int32, Int32) (at Assets/TNet/Server/TNGameServer.cs:161)
6. TNServerInstance:StartLocal(Int32, Int32, String, Int32) (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNServerInstance.cs:176)
7. TNServerInstance:Start(Int32) (at Assets/TNet/Client/TNServerInstance.cs:105)
8. SGButtonHostGame:OnClick() (at Assets/SGSK/Game/Scripts/UI/SGButtonHostGame.cs:14)
9. UnityEngine.GameObject:SendMessage(String, Object, SendMessageOptions)
10. UICamera:Notify(GameObject, String, Object) (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:644)
11. UICamera:ProcessTouch(Boolean, Boolean) (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:1147)
12. UICamera:ProcessMouse() (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:906)
13. UICamera:Update() (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:761)

Second Error:

Code (csharp):

1. ThreadAbortException: Thread was being aborted
2. System.Net.Sockets.Socket..cctor ()
3. Rethrow as TypeInitializationException: An exception was thrown by the type initializer for System.Net.Sockets.Socket
4. System.Net.Sockets.UdpClient.InitSocket (System.Net.EndPoint localEP)
5. System.Net.Sockets.UdpClient..ctor (Int32 port)
6. TNet.UPnP.ThreadDiscover (System.Object obj) (at Assets/TNet/Common/TNUPnP.cs:156)
7. UnityEngine.GameObject:SendMessage(String, Object, SendMessageOptions)
8. UICamera:Notify(GameObject, String, Object) (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:644)
9. UICamera:ProcessTouch(Boolean, Boolean) (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:1147)
10. UICamera:ProcessMouse() (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:906)
11. UICamera:Update() (at Assets/NGUI/Scripts/UI/UICamera.cs:761)
12.  

To confirm I deleted TNet v1.6.8, dropped in my backup of v1.6.6, re-opened the project (it recompiled the scripts) and it now launches (Click Host button) - Let me know if I can help...
Error Update: I can build and run, host the game and then JOIN in the Editor. So the error only happens when trying to HOST a game from the Editor. Hope that helps.

 

You're right about RFC(3) stuff. I'm surprised no one noticed that before! Thanks. I have fixed it in the latest build. Ping me at support at tasharen.com for an updated package.

 

Thank-you - email sent....

Update: TNet v1.6.9 fixed the THREAD CRASH I was experiencing in the Editor.

 

Apologies, i am thinking about getting this and was wondering what the out-of-box multiplayer user limit is?

 

The package on the Asset Store is using Unity's built-in networking, so it's pretty limited. TNet version is in a better shape -- and the only limit is your hardware and bandwidth.

 

Does TNet have a sample project? i'm a horrid C# coder and a mediocre JS coder, i'm pretty much looking to drop it in to my 3D Space game with little to no effort.

 

Space Game Starter Kit has different versions available upon request with your invoice # -- SGSK + NGUI, and SGSK + NGUI + TNet, which is what I was referring to. TNet is a networking library. The combo pack simply integrates the 3 packages together.

 

I see, do you mind if we talk on Skype(i don't have a mic or cam but i can type ), i have limited funds but i would like to use TNet and/or SGSK, if you could message me on Skype we could talk about pricing and whatnot? my skype is kennye001

 

Hello,

To optimize large space scenes, are procedural texture and primitives available with your prefab? I want to create a space scene with some planets that I can either travel to directly using clipping and procedural textures or planets rendered as backgrounds that would require me to load another level to land on the planet. Please advise so I can buy your prefab. Thanks.

 

Any video training on the TNet and Space prefab products?

 

TNet yes, but not very detailed. and i think there's only like 2 videos

 

No, there are no procedural planets.

 

The iOS/ Android example, what type of controls are used, is there a joy stick example ? Thank you - Hemry Jr.

 

The kit runs on androids, but it's not designed for such, so the controls are there just as an afterthought. You will want to create your own, properly designed ones (likely using on-screen joystick knobs).

 

Not knowing the Space Game Starter Kit, but I'd do it something like this:

Code (csharp):

1.  
2. public void ChangeWeapon(string weaponName)
3. {
4.     ChangeWeaponLocal(weaponName);
5.     networkView.RPC("ChangeWeaponOverNetwork", RPCMode.Others, weaponName);
6. }
7. private void LocallyChangeWeapon(string weaponName)
8. {
9.     // Actual Changing weapon code
10. }
11. [RPC]
12. private void ChangeWeaponOverNetwork(string weaponName)
13. {
14.     LocallyChangeWeapon(weaponName);
15. }
16.  

And I am curious, Aren Mook, wouldn't the TNet code be similar? Or how would it be done in TNet?

 

Very similar, yes. Instead of networkView.RPC, you'd use tno.Send, and instead of [RPC] you'd use [RFC].

 

What are the prerequisites for this asset? It has networking so do I need TNET and Unity Pro? Also must I have NGUI?

 

The version from the Asset Store has no requirements and works in Unity Free. Alternative versions that are available upon request require NGUI or NGUI+TNet.

 

Hi Aren

Your Starter Kit is great and very useful.
Half a year ago I built my App for iOS, based on Space Game Starter Kit. The code is really clean and well designed.

Today I moved the project to Android. Everything worked fine on the first try, except the accelerator based steering has a delay.
(SGSK 1.14; Unity 4.1.2; Android 4.0.4; tested on a Prestigio dual core 1.5 GHz Tablet)

Do I need to change something in the code,
Thanks in advance