Welcome to the first devlog of Infinite Land , our RPG in development. Today we're going to dive into a core feature for our game: Click to Move , and how we developed and integrated it into Unreal Engine 5 for our MMO.
What is Click to Move?
Click to Move is a game mechanic where the player clicks on a position in the game world and the character automatically moves to that location. This feature is commonly used in real-time strategy (RTS) games, MOBAs, and RPGs. It allows intuitive and fluid interaction with the game world, thus improving the user experience.
Why Click to Move?
For Infinite Land: Lena , a top-down RPG game, Click to Move is a key feature because:
Accessibility : Allows players of all skill levels to easily control their character.
Smooth Gameplay : Makes movement and actions easier, making the game more dynamic and responsive.
MMO compatibility : Ideal for massively multiplayer environments where interactions must be fast and precise.
Integration into the MMO game
Integrating Click to Move into an MMO game like Infinite Land: Lena requires special attention to synchronization between clients and the server. Here is how we approached this integration:
Input Management : Movement clicks are first recorded locally then sent to the server for validation.
Server Validation : The server checks if movement is possible (checking obstacles, etc.) and sends the confirmation or correction to the client.
Synchronization : Character positions are updated regularly to ensure that all players see the same positions of other players.
Network Optimization : Use of message compression and aggregation techniques to minimize the bandwidth used.
Conclusion
Click to Move is an essential feature for Infinite Land: Lena , providing an intuitive and fluid user experience. Thanks to Unreal Engine 5, we were able to develop and integrate this functionality efficiently, even in the complex context of an MMO. We look forward to sharing more progress with you in our upcoming devlogs.
Don't forget to support our ongoing crowdfunding campaign for Infinite Land: Lena . Your support is crucial to help us realize this project and provide an exceptional gaming experience. Thank you for your support and see you soon for the next devlog!
Hugo from Nyso Technology
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