Game Maker 0.10: Creating, Collaborating, and Playing Just Got a Whole Lot Easier

Following the successful launch of Game Maker 0.9 in December, we’re thrilled to introduce Game Maker 0.10. Building off the major enhancements of the 0.9 update, this version offers even more improvements and tools for creators to realize their vision.

To that end, The Sandbox is also officially kicking off worldwide Builders Bootcamps to help educate our community. These events gather top creators and deep dive into core gaming mechanics with the best level designers from The Sandbox, sharing tips about using the new Game Maker 0.10 and much more.

This comes in addition to a long list of thrilling Game Jams we have planned with fun themes, partners, and huge prizes! Plus, stay tuned for the launch of The Sandbox Forum! This new discussion site will be a vibrant hub where users can get help, find tips, and share projects with fellow creators.

It’s an exciting time to be on The Sandbox! Download the Game Maker 0.10, and read on to learn more about this update.

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TLDR;

The Game Maker 0.10 release includes:

• Powerful new behaviors and components to unlock more diverse gameplay.
• Enhancements to existing behaviors and components.
• New rules for more HUD customization and precise gameplay.
• Upgraded creation tools to streamline the building process and make it more accessible to creators of all levels.

What’s New in Game Maker 0.10

Achieve More Diverse and Complex Gameplay with a New Set of Behaviors

Game Maker 0.10 empowers you to elevate your Experience with a more nuanced game.

Spawn Point Behavior: Spawn players in different locations, set up teams, and customize equipment and avatar settings for the ultimate gameplay experience!

• Team Broadcast allows you to deliver messages to each team.
• Equipment at Spawn so that your player is ready for whatever comes next.
• Multiple Spawn Points allows for varied spawning and the assignment of teams.

Projectile Behavior: Integrate custom projectile logic with ease with this all-new feature. Set force, trajectory and visibility, gravity, collider size, target, and VFX. Projectiles can be fired and trigger messages upon collision.

This new behavior introduces logic to spawn projectile objects and determine the effects when collisions occur. Combine with asset spawner behavior to spawn projectiles or with a pickable component to move the projectile and aim. With high or low-speed projectiles, the creative possibilities are endless!

Raycast Component: Point, aim, and click! With the Raycast Component, you can fire a message when the ray collides with objects within a certain range. Choose a targeted location or asset on detection and take your precision to the next level. This feature offers a chance to create gameplay and animations based on precise feedback, from visuals to puzzles.

Consumables (Collectable Component): In this enhanced component, consuming an item from inventory sends a message, which can trigger anything you want (buffs/debuffs, explosions, rules for bonus time, XP, cold resistance, poison, etc). Consumables offer players the flexibility to choose when to trigger the effects of collected items, as determined by the builder. Use this feature to create potions and power-ups.

Multi and Void: Multi and Void have been ported over for multiplayer synchronization. Empower players to create and destroy blocks with precise spawning areas!

Design Smarter Logic with New Rules

Tailor the game mechanics to your unique design needs with new rules for more immersive and varied gameplay.

Math Rule: Perform more advanced math operations with time and number variables using one versatile rule. This new rule replaces add/subtract numbers, multiply numbers, and add/subtract time rules. A new float variable type has been added for more precise calculations.

New and Enhanced HUD Rules: To customize the player experience, showcase variables in the HUD as variables in sleek progress bars, percentages, or as values. Complete your design with eye-catching icons for effortless readability.

Also included in this update is an improved HUD Banner and Pop-Up so that you can effortlessly notify players.

Key Input Rule: Set up rules that respond to control inputs like the 0–9 keys and mouse buttons to seamlessly trigger custom game mechanics such as controls and shortcuts for a personalized gaming experience. Initiate a power-up anytime with the press of a button, prompt an NFT sensor, and more!

On Player Join/Exit Trigger Rule: Trigger gameplay mechanics or logic when players enter or leave the Experience.

Send Message Rule: This new rule allows you to send more than one message if needed by adding it to a ruleset.

Ease the Creation Process with Upgraded Tools

Optimize your workflow to build with scale.

New Hierarchy Panel: Elevate your organization game with the revamped hierarchy panel. Create folders with a breeze and easily locate assets through the new filtering and sorting system. All this is housed in a new UX/UI that will help you find what you’re looking for faster. This update addresses previous bugs by rewriting the code for a more stable and reliable creator experience.

Generate Playtest Link: Assure the quality of your multiplayer Experiences directly in the Game Client with friends and colleagues using our new feature. Generate a link, share it with your friends, and test your latest creation in the Game Client for up to 45 minutes.

Message Inspector: Stay on top of your messages with the new Message Inspector. Whether it’s from the rules system, a behavior, or a quest launch, we’ve got you covered! Locate specific messages and identify problematic sources with the locator using the search bar.

More Tools and Features:

But that’s not all! Game Maker 0.10 has more exciting features to help you work more efficiently, including:

Exporting and Importing of Rules: Save your rules as JSON text on the clipboard which is easily shareable across different experiences and with various users. All you have to do is copy and paste your Rules and Rulesets with Ctrl+c and Ctrl+v. You can even share it with external sources like the Notepad.

Grid Enhancements: Align assets to the grid with a click. Snap objects to the center or intersection of your custom grid. The power is in your hands!

L2 Support: Game Maker 0.10 effortlessly handles Layer 2 assets straight out of the box for compatibility with the new Catalyst system

L1 and L2 assets are seamlessly available in the library for smooth Experience creation.

New Home Screen Features: With our revamped Home Screen, we’ve launched some new features. Explore new categories to easily discover Game Maker Templates for inspiration or to kickstart your latest project. If you haven’t already, check out our three new gameplay styles on 0.10 and make them your own: Tower Defense, Cooking Simulation, and Backrooms!

Additionally, you’ll also find a new resources section for documentation, tutorials, changelogs, and known issues.

Game Maker 0.10: Unleash Your Creativity

The Sandbox’s Game Maker 0.10 update is a game-changer for creators and gamers alike. With a plethora of new and improved features and tools, this update empowers developers to effortlessly bring their gaming visions to life.

As part of this exciting update, we’re hosting a social media challenge! Share a picture of your Experience or build using hashtag #MadeInTheSandbox, on X (Twitter), and tell us what feature you’re using to bring it to life. Tag us @TheSandboxGame, and we might have a few special prizes for those who join in on the fun…

Don’t forget to join us on Discord to keep up-to-date on all the new features and how we’re implementing them and share ideas with the creator community.

The future of game creation starts today! Download and try Game Maker 0.10 today!