Build Better Platformer Controls Today

Welcome to Let’s Build — your go-to series for hands-on, practical game design tutorials! In this first episode, we’re diving into platformer movement.

If you’ve ever wanted to design tight, responsive platformer controls, this video is for you. We’ll guide you through five essential steps, all from a game design perspective, without writing a single line of code. From jump height to acceleration, we’ll break down the core mechanics that make movement feel smooth and responsive.

What you’ll learn:

How to define the movement contract and set clear targets

How to design ground acceleration, deceleration, and turning rules

The science behind jump arcs and fall speeds

How to test and refine the movement with simple tools

Plus, the hidden rules that make your movement system feel tight and professional.

By the end of this video, you’ll have a fully fleshed-out movement design spec to hand off to your developers. Whether you’re building your own game or just learning, Let’s Build has you covered.

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