What are the basics of scripting in Godot?

What are the basics of scripting in Godot?

Scripting in Godot primarily uses GDScript, which is similar to Python. You can create scripts to control game behavior.

How do I create a simple script for a player character?

To create a simple player script, attach a GDScript to your player node and define functions like _process(delta) for movement.

Can you show me an example of a movement script?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

extends KinematicBody2D

var speed = 200

func _process(delta):
    var velocity = Vector2()
    if Input.is_action_pressed('ui_right'):
        velocity.x += 1
    if Input.is_action_pressed('ui_left'):
        velocity.x -= 1
    velocity = velocity.normalized() * speed
    move_and_slide(velocity)

What about handling animations?

You can use the AnimationPlayer node to handle animations. Connect it to your player script and play animations based on movement.