Godot 2D Movement Controller (C#)

Overview

This project provides a highly customizable 2D character movement controller for Godot, written in C#. It's designed to serve as a flexible template for game developers, offering a wide array of common platformer mechanics out-of-the-box.

My focus for ths project was to implement a movement controller using programmer-friendly variables like MaxJumpHeight and TimeToMaxJumpHeight that make it intuitive to change values and expect certain results.

Additionally, I added some more features that make it easier to get started on creating environmental movment interactions.

Core Features

• The Player as a State Machine: An internal state machine handles transitions between being grounded, airborne, and brief "coyote time" moments, as well as managing different phases of a jump (ascent, hang time).
• Responsive Running & Ground Movement:
  • Define maximum speed and the time it takes to reach it for precise acceleration control.
  • Adjustable ground friction allows for snappy stops or more slippery movement.
• Nuanced Jumping System:
  • Variable Jump Height: Players can control jump height by how long they hold the jump button.
  • Coyote Time: A small window after walking off a ledge where a jump can still be initiated, improving game feel.
  • Jump Buffering: Inputs made slightly before landing are remembered, making jumps feel more responsive.
  • Hang Time: A configurable period at the jump's apex where gravity's effect is lessened, allowing for more air control and a smoother jump arc.
  • B-Hop (Bunny Hop) Capability: Option to enable a speed boost when jumping immediately upon landing.
  • Multiple Air Jumps (Double Jumps): Easily set the number of jumps allowed while airborne.
• Dynamic Dashing:
  • Configure the number of dashes available before needing to touch the ground.
  • Set dash speed, duration, and an optional change in velocity when the dash concludes.
• Precise Air Control:
  • Independent settings for maximum air speed and air acceleration.
  • Configurable air friction for when no movement input is given.
• Environmental Interactions:
  • Support for different ground materials with different friction values.
  • Collision detection that allow objects like launchpads to interact with player movement
  • Moving platforms that move between two predetermined locations.
• Prebuilt Gym
  • Includes a set of preconfigured values.
  • Includes a simple gym that showcases all of the movement capabilities.

Getting Started

Download the repository and run the playground.tscn scene.