# Docs

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## Getting Started with Game Maker

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FkPSHIDa12mW1l3VwEAl7%2FGM%20icon%20sm%2068x68.png?alt=media&#x26;token=83811b8b-5c20-4000-a2e7-c336046773cd" alt="" data-size="line">  <a href="beginners"><strong>Begin</strong></a> <strong>Game Maker</strong></td><td><a href="beginners">beginners</a></td><td><a href="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FcyOqBLkSSvd9ggFCkYHg%2FBegin%20Game%20Maker%20Main.png?alt=media&#x26;token=45d58fbe-832b-4811-9b38-b32758a66c91">Begin Game Maker Main.png</a></td></tr><tr><td><p>Learn faster with a <em><strong>NEW</strong></em> 1 hour series</p><ul><li>Self-paced videos</li><li>Hands-on practice</li><li>Detailed documentation</li><li>Forum discussions for support</li><li>Relevant bonus resources</li></ul></td><td><a href="beginners">beginners</a></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

<div data-full-width="false"><figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FyEDORVstbVhwsI7dUOJf%2F1-PlayTest%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=e5195e07-12cf-4cd6-8d51-f1cb0e510455" alt=""><figcaption><p>Play/Test</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FwoGFgpgxuPT4FmcWvHed%2F2-Build%20with%20Blocks%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=ced0c4d3-84d7-4f4d-a382-e7372ffe78a3" alt=""><figcaption><p>Build with Blocks</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2F8DJXQv8RU3zRHA1yW3C4%2F3-Place%20Assets%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=fc08fe7f-89c7-412a-9e3d-b5f401fc2710" alt=""><figcaption><p>Place Assets</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FL13s6qw1OHfEC0wiGnIF%2F4-Set%20Object%20Actions%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=8a46d497-c650-4493-9748-0ea1212b1735" alt=""><figcaption><p>Set Object Actions</p></figcaption></figure></div>

<div data-full-width="false"><figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2Fr1a06k5zyaM0uwroOSLz%2F5-Trigger%20Logic%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=a346148a-1e93-4f7a-9881-994e6d1435ae" alt=""><figcaption><p>Trigger Logic</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FBpva32WbyyvegSqB77xS%2F6-Craft%20Quests%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=630784a3-cc0b-479f-afba-35a164295bbd" alt=""><figcaption><p>Craft Quests</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2FRvK4TZJ6QrgtyF9CC5Bv%2F7-Set%20Up%20Mechanics%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=d224b015-04df-4424-aa90-6e5cb382c676" alt=""><figcaption><p>Set Up Mechanics</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://331512196-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn%2Fuploads%2F5KgXra1XNpwpNKqN6LOg%2F8-Build%20Multiplayer%20Games%20thumb.png?alt=media&#x26;token=06e403f6-1b9d-4be3-ab21-544fd6336e7c" alt=""><figcaption><p>Build Multiplayer Games</p></figcaption></figure></div>

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Learn all about the updates in [game-maker-0.10](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/game-maker/version-notes-and-changelogs/game-maker-0.10 "mention")
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="info" %}
What is Game Maker? What Can I make? Visit [create-experiences](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/game-maker/create-experiences "mention").
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## Resources

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Guide for All Creators</strong><br></td><td><a href="../basics">basics</a></td><td>Experiences &#x26; The Sandbox Ecosystem<br></td><td><a href="../basics/scale">scale</a></td><td>The Sandbox scale, fitting content in LAND<br></td><td><a href="../basics/assets">assets</a></td><td>Introduction to Asset types, Attributes, etc.<br></td><td><a href="../basics/avatars">avatars</a></td><td>Player &#x26; custom Avatars<br></td><td><a href="../basics/look-feel">look-feel</a></td><td>Player perspective and immersion<br></td><td><a href="../basics/logic-and-gameplay">logic-and-gameplay</a></td><td> Logic basics for common gameplay needs</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Creative Guides</strong><br></td><td><a href="creative-guides/logic-guide">logic-guide</a></td><td>Add game polish with useful logic schemas<br></td><td><a href="creative-guides/experience-guide">experience-guide</a></td><td>See recommendations by Experience type<br></td><td><a href="creative-guides/experience-design-techniques">experience-design-techniques</a></td><td>Narrative, art, and level design resources<br></td><td></td><td><a href="beginners"><strong>Begin</strong></a> <strong>Game Maker - 1 hour series</strong>   </td><td><a href="beginners">beginners</a></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Technical Documentation

Game Maker is a no-code software with a drag-and-drop interface for creating Experiences, such as games, for **The Sandbox Game**. [**Templates**](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/game-maker/navigate-game-maker-home#templates) are available to accelerate your creative workflows.&#x20;

In Game Maker, Experiences can be [**built and tested**](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/game-maker/navigate-game-maker-home#create) or shared for free with the community in the [**Gallery**](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/game-maker/navigate-game-maker-home#gallery). You may apply for early access to [**publish Experiences to your virtual LANDs**](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/game-maker/publish-experiences), which is playable via the metaverse Game Client and will include monetisation tools for the public in the future. View the [**Map**](https://app.gitbook.com/s/61fllYo416R30LRxku4v/owners/land) or [**Events**](https://www.sandbox.game/en/events/) pages to start playing.

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards" data-full-width="false"><thead><tr><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th><th data-type="content-ref"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="docs/navigate-game-maker-home">navigate-game-maker-home</a></td><td>Create, use templates, or play<br></td><td><a href="docs/controls-and-shortcuts">controls-and-shortcuts</a></td><td>Navigating 3D space for play &#x26; edit modes<br></td><td><a href="docs/build-menus">build-menus</a></td><td>Visually explore the UI and functionalities<br></td><td><a href="docs/using-blocks">using-blocks</a></td><td>Block types, placement, gameplay logic<br></td><td><a href="docs/using-assets-and-objects">using-assets-and-objects</a></td><td>Properties, placement, logic basics<br></td><td><a href="docs/behaviours">behaviours</a></td><td>Logic governing an object's core actions<br></td><td><a href="docs/components">components</a></td><td>Logic to add more interactions to an object<br></td><td><a href="docs/game-rules">game-rules</a></td><td>Player HUD &#x26; mechanics using variables</td></tr><tr><td><a href="docs/build-singleplayer-and-multiplayer-logic">build-singleplayer-and-multiplayer-logic</a></td><td>One page guide for using Game Maker's logic systems<br></td><td><a href="docs/manage-experiences">manage-experiences</a></td><td>Save, Delete, Copy, Transfer, Share, Publish<br></td><td><a href="docs/gm-guidelines">gm-guidelines</a></td><td>Boost performance with best practices<br></td><td><a href="publish-experiences">publish-experiences</a></td><td>Free tools to publish &#x26; launch Experiences<br></td><td><a href="version-notes-and-changelogs">version-notes-and-changelogs</a></td><td>New &#x26; enhanced features with links to updated documentation<br></td><td><a href="faqs-game-maker">faqs-game-maker</a></td><td></td><td><a href="../basics/faqs-gameplay">faqs-gameplay</a></td><td></td><td><a href="https://app.gitbook.com/s/61fllYo416R30LRxku4v/owners/play-and-create-tokens/rights-ownership-and-copyright-of-games">Rights, Ownership &#x26; Copyright of Games</a></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Creator Contests

Learn about Asset and Experience creative contests hosted by The Sandbox and our Partners so you can compete for prizes and build your creative portfolio.

{% content-ref url="../creators-program/creator-contests" %}
[creator-contests](https://docs.sandbox.game/en/creator/creators-program/creator-contests)
{% endcontent-ref %}

## Community

### [Socials](https://app.gitbook.com/s/61fllYo416R30LRxku4v/general/socials-news-blogs)

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn/blobs/cKqJHkH8XJVUBW1p5Nt8/discord%20socials.png) [VoxEdit Creations Channel ](https://discord.gg/thesandboxgame)        |    <img src="https://content.gitbook.com/content/83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn/blobs/VHWcY0IQSERvMVP7GBho/logo-white.png" alt="" data-size="line"> [#VoxEditWeekly](https://twitter.com/hashtag/VoxEditWeekly?src=hashtag_click)

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn/blobs/cKqJHkH8XJVUBW1p5Nt8/discord%20socials.png) [Game Maker Teasers channel](https://discord.gg/thesandboxgame)    |    <img src="https://content.gitbook.com/content/83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn/blobs/VHWcY0IQSERvMVP7GBho/logo-white.png" alt="" data-size="line"> [#ScreenshotSaturday](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ScreenshotSaturday?src=hashtag_click)    |    <img src="https://content.gitbook.com/content/83PS3g9zpWmq73xzlwFn/blobs/VHWcY0IQSERvMVP7GBho/logo-white.png" alt="" data-size="line"> [#tsbgamejam](https://twitter.com/hashtag/tsbgamejam?src=hashtag_click)

### Livestreams

Follow along and ask questions during our Livestreams, available on Twitch. Subscribe to receive notifications for when we go live!

{% embed url="<https://www.twitch.tv/thesandboxgame>" %}

### Discord

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p><a href="https://discord.gg/thesandboxgame">Join Discord</a></p><ul><li>Ask for help (English) in the VoxEdit  or Game Maker Community Discussions</li><li>File a ticket for a technical issue in the VoxEdit or Game Maker Support Channels</li><li>Find channels in other languages</li></ul></td><td><a href="https://discordapp.com/invite/vAe4zvY">https://discordapp.com/invite/vAe4zvY</a></td></tr><tr><td><p><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f5e3">🗣️</span> <a href="https://app.gitbook.com/s/61fllYo416R30LRxku4v/general/discord-community">Discord Community</a> Guide</p><ul><li>How to join and claim roles</li><li>Basics to navigate Discord</li><li>Resources to stay safe on Discord and report issues</li></ul></td><td><a href="broken-reference">Broken link</a></td></tr></tbody></table>