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Intro
Class Intro
VFX Artist, Vincent Wedde
"In this beginner-friendly guide, we'll be exploring the entire process of creating basic yet impactful effects."
Boom! Kickstart Your Journey to Pro Game VFX
Get ready to dive into the world of stunning, game-ready VFX with Vince Wedde! With over 10 years of experience crafting visual effects in Unity and Unreal Engine, and having contributed to 15+ games, Vince has brought high-quality visuals to life across a variety of commercial projects. Now, he’s here to share the tools, techniques, and professional workflows behind truly impactful game VFX.
In this class, you'll learn how to create a wide range of particle effects—from sparks, smoke bursts, and snowflakes to fire bursts, healing effects, and explosions. Vince will guide you step-by-step, starting with an introduction to Unity’s interface and workflow. You’ll learn how to set up material rendering modes, create dynamic VFX, and gradually optimize your effects for real-time performance. With a focus on both creative and technical aspects, this class will not only help you master particle effect creation but also teach you how to integrate and manage your projects, setting you up with a strong portfolio that will take you to the next step of your games VFX career.
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Chapter 04.
Particle System (Shuriken) Introduction
1. Overview of Unity's particle system's core components
2. Controlling shape, color, size, lifetime, and velocity
Class Perks
Special Gift from Vincent Wedde
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Unity Starter Package- 2 Files: Unity Package, Unity Shortcuts PDF
- Components: Unity scene, folder structure, shaders, textures, particle system templates, and more -
Intermediate Particle Effects Files- 1 File: Unity Package
- Components: folder structure, textures, and meshes -
Advanced Particle Effects Files- 1 File: Unity Package
- Components: folder structure, textures, and meshes -
Advanced Techniques & Troubleshooting Kit- 1 File: Unity Package
- Components: Unity scene, folder structure, textures, and meshes -
Applied Learning Files- 2 Files: Unity Package & Instructions PDF
- Components: meshes and assignment instructions
Expert VFX Artist Vincent Wedde's Portfolio
Why Take This Class?
From Zero to Glow: Build Dynamic VFX Skills in Unity
Visual effects are the heartbeat of any game, elevating the experience and immersing players in the world you've created. In this class, you’ll learn how to design dynamic particle effects that add depth and excitement to gameplay through practicing over 10 unique effects and testing them in real game environments. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to level up, this class will guide you you through Unity’s tools and workflows, blending foundational theory with practical, hands-on experience.
Creating the effect is just the beginning, as it’s through testing and refining that truly high-quality results are achieved. Vince will walk you through techniques to enhance the quality of your effects while boosting workflow efficiency, sharing industry tips and tricks that will prove invaluable even when working solo. With repetition, iteration, and optimization, you’ll gain a solid understanding of visual effects creation and finish with a polished portfolio that could open doors to exciting new opportunities.
Enroll today and start designing VFX that enrich players' gaming experience!
16 Class Exercises
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Basic Spark -
Smoke & Dust Clouds -
Snowflakes -
Visual Trails
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Looping Relic -
Mission Guide & Loot Pillar -
Burning Effect -
Candle Flames
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Bursting Effect -
Healing Effect -
Splashing Effect -
System Optimization
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Utilizing Sub-Emitters -
Troubleshooting -
Boulder Summon -
Explosion Effect
Final Product
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1 Library of Basic Effects -
1 Earth Boulder Summon VFX -
1 Explosion VFX -
1 Reference LIbrary
Instructor
Senior VFX Artist
Vincent Wedde
Vincent Wedde is a VFX artist and coach with over 10 years of experience bringing game worlds to life. He started out as a Junior VFX Artist using UDK, then moved into VFX development with Unity and expanded his skills across a variety of engines, including Unity 6 and Unreal Engine 5. Throughout his career, Vincent has worked with VFX and animation teams of all sizes, helping create high-quality effects for successful game titles.
After spending seven years onsite, he transitioned into fully remote roles, gaining even more tools and techniques along the way. Vincent also has four years of experience mentoring and training teams, and is proud to have helped reduce VFX development time by 30 percent over multiple project cycles. Today, he focuses on project-based VFX work and coaching, and is excited to share real-world workflows that make creating amazing effects faster, smoother, and a lot more fun.
VFX Artist,
Vincent Wedde
[Current]
- Contract Senior VFX Artist
[Previous]
- Associate VFX Art Director, Virtuos Sparx
- Senior VFX Artist, IGG
- Senior VFX Artist, SYBO Games
- VFX Artist, InnoGames
Projects & Awards
[Projects]
- Cocoon (Annapurna Interactive & Geometric Interactive)
- Last Epoch: Harbingers of Ruin (Eleventh Hour Games)
- Marvel Midnight Suns (Firaxis Games)
- Remnant 2 (Gunfire Games)
- Smite (Titan Forge Games)
- Subway Surfers: Aloha Hawaii (SYBO Games)
- Supervive (Theorycraft Games)
[Awards]
- Cocoon (Annapurna Interactive & Geometric Interactive) — Best Indie Game, 2023
- Subway Surfers — Winner, Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Mobile Game, 2019
- Subway Surfers — Winner, Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Mobile Game, 2018
Highlights
Class Highlights
Creating Particle Effects
Explore the world of creating diverse game effects for PC and mobile platforms using Unity's Shuriken particle system. Learn how to design sophisticated effects that not only look stunning but also perform efficiently.
Effects Breakdown & Planning
Analyze references, replicate visual effects with precision, and refine them through iteration to enhance both their quality and impact. Secure effects are not only visually impressive but also optimized for performance.
Color & Timing Harmony
Apply your effects in real game environments, seamlessly integrating them into the engine to enhance player experience and overall game feel. Focus on ensuring perfect timing and refining transitions for optimal impact.
Class Details
You'll Learn
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Unity Navigation for Game DesignLearn how to navigate Unity’s editor and identify the key components of VFX to bring mindblowing effects to your games. You’ll also explore foundational topics like Prefabs, Asset Import Settings, and Templates, among others. -
Shuriken Particle System KnowledgeDevelop a strong grasp of every Shuriken particle system module, understanding not only what each does but also how to leverage them for different practical use cases. This process will allow you to build a diverse repertoire of VFX methods. -
Building a VFX Library in UnityYou’ll build a diverse VFX library grounded in game design, ensuring variety while exploring styles beyond typical energy effects. This approach will allow you to save you time and help maintain a consistent, unique style for future creations.
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Production Ready Foldering & NamingAs your project evolves, a well-organized structure becomes crucial. Learn how to implement effective folder organization and naming conventions to streamline your workflow, ensuring everything remains clear and manageable. -
Particle Effects OptimizationDiscover the dos and don’ts by analyzing failed particle effect attempts, helping you avoid common workflow pitfalls and refine your process. You'll also learn how to optimize your effects for better performance on both PCs and mobile devices. -
VFX Portfolio DevelopmentA well-crafted portfolio opens countless doors and sets you on the path to success. You’ll explore inspiring examples and gain practical tips on creating standout pieces that showcase personality and teamwork skills.
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Interview with
VFX Artist Vincent Wedde
Question.01
Why led you to choose this topic or theme?
Drawing from significant experience in RPG and action games, I’ve learned that the style and efficient creation of visual effects are crucial for enhancing gameplay and highlighting key moments. Many artists struggle with understanding how to make their effects truly shine. Designed for practical application, this class focuses on transforming your concepts into compelling particle effects, equipping you with production-ready skills and techniques to maximize the impact and relevance of every lesson.
Question.02
What are some essential skills or "must-have" tools in this industry, and why?
In the VFX industry, a key skill is adherence to concept art and art direction, as this ensures consistency with the studio's visual style. On the technical side, texture creation and shader development are becoming increasingly important, while basic mesh and UV skills still play a crucial role. Truly impactful VFX often have a distinct 'soul,' achieved by thoughtfully integrating elements like textured props to elevate the visual storytelling.
Question.03
Do you have any advice for your students?
It's vital to stay open to learning and recognize that expertise is an ongoing journey. My experience on over 15 games has shown me that continuous learning is essential in VFX. Beyond personal growth, analyzing the visual styles of successful games and staying updated on emerging trends, such as advancements in virtual production or AI tools, is crucial for staying competitive in the job market. Lastly, I think it's crucial to prepare for whatever style a studio may require, as adaptability is key to success in this industry.
Required Programs
This course will use 3ds Max (2025), Photoshop (2023), and Unity 6.
Please purchase and install these program(s) for an optimized chapter experience.
*These programs and/or materials will not be provided with the chapter.
