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Write a script for character movement

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Beginner

+10 XP

1 Hour

(5672)

Overview

Summary

Now that you’ve spent time developing the player character for your game, you’re ready to create a custom script to control its movement.
In this tutorial, you’ll:
Create a new script Asset in Unity
Explore the default script that is produced
Make a vector which can be used to change the character’s position
Apply vertical and horizontal movement and rotation to your character
Check that your changes work with Unity’s physics system
When you’ve finished, John Lemon will be ready to creep around a haunted house!

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Last updated: October 14, 2021

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Write a script for character movement