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Total Newb - looking for smart help

Discussion in 'Getting Started' started by ARaaron, Mar 23, 2018.

  1. ARaaron

    ARaaron

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    Ok so I'm a total newbie, I have knowledge of html and tiny bit arduino.

    I'm after way more than I can include in a short post so I'm aiming at barebones .

    What I need help with is:
    I want to create an FPV character that moves via a external Bluetooth controller. The character is a tank so must move like one. For now I'd be happy to get that far but need advice and direction where too start. Please;)
     
  2. Bill_Martini

    Bill_Martini

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    Welcome to Unity.

    My advise is to get your tank to move the way you want in standalone project using standard keyboard input. Once you satisfied with that you just need to tie in your bluetooth controller inputs.

    If you need help with that start here.

    As for the bluetooth part of the question, I'm going to have to promote the asset store. Take your pick here.
     
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  3. JoeStrout

    JoeStrout

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    You don't need an asset for the bluetooth controller, assuming it is a standard HID device like a gamepad. Those will appear to Unity as joysticks, which you can interface with using the Input class.
     
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  4. Bill_Martini

    Bill_Martini

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    Ok, I read that wrong. I kind of focused on arduino and thought that he had a device that he wanted to use as a controller. I think I need some dinner.
     
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