🎃 Don’t be scared — This October, MHCP mentors are by your side with a full month of live sessions 🎃
$2.5 million is on the line in this fall’s Mobile Genre Showdown - Reloaded competition. As you build your entry, take a break with live mentor sessions designed to equip you with tools to create a scary good world.
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, October 2nd @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: Shards632
Learn how to use the new LLM NPC tools(https://developers.meta.com/horizon/blog/environment-generation-embodied-conversational-llm-npcs-genai-tools/) to create characters that converse with players — and each other. Plus, see how easy it is to migrate from AvatarAIAgent to the new NPC and NPCPlayer API classes.
🎮 Gameplay Loops: Plan Before You Build
🗓️ Date & Time: Tuesday, October 7th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: Gausroth
Plan your world’s gameplay loops before even starting up the desktop editor. Gausroth will break down Core, Mechanic, and System loops and show you how pre-production design frameworks can make your worlds more engaging.
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, October 8th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: MikeyAce & Gausroth
Enhancing your worlds’ player progression and replayability is key to building successful worlds. Join MikeyAce & Gausroth to learn simple steps to leverage leaderboards. Check out the latest social sharing features and learn how the right leaderboard (in the right place) can boost engagement.
🗓️ Date & Time: Tuesday, October 14th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: Tellous & Gausroth
Use the built-in Worlds quest system to surface your worlds’ quests in the Meta Horizon app. Follow a live demo on integrating quests that grant IWP rewards to motivate specific player actions.
👕 Advanced Avatar Clothing Creation
🗓️ Date & Time: Wednesday, October 15th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: SpaceGlitterUnicorn
Want to take your avatar clothes to the next level? Join this advanced session and learn to use downloadable templates to create must-have designs with custom textures. Then, explore the latest items available for customization and new ways to share your outfits.
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, October 16th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: Shards632, Gausroth, MKE_TheGuru, Tellous
The fan-favorite Mentor Worlds Tour is back — this time focusing on Simulation and Roleplaying hits in Meta Horizon. See gameplay best practices, design innovations, and standout worlds. Get inspired for your entry to the Mobile Genre Showdown - Reloaded competition.
🗓️ Date & Time: Tuesday, October 21st @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: Shards632
Even with great IWP items, a confusing store UI or the wrong implementation can reduce sales. Join Shards632 for a look at listing options using the IWP seller gizmo, Shop Gizmo, Shop Asset, and custom-scripted IWP sales. Learn to use each method effectively so players can see and buy your items.
🛍️ Create IWP Items your Players Want
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, October 23rd @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: Tellous & SeeingBlue
What do your players want to buy? Analyze your world to identify the most desirable items — the ones that enhance gameplay and showcase unique looks. Gain unique insights into creating high-value items that let players flaunt progress or status, and learn techniques for tailoring items to your player base.
🖌️ Substance Painter for Avatar Clothing
🗓️ Date & Time: Tuesday, October 28th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: MKE_TheGuru
Join MKE_TheGuru for an in-depth tutorial on the optimal workflow for creating clothing using Adobe Substance Painter. With these techniques, you’ll produce high quality textures that show off your unique style as an artist.
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, October 30th @ 11:00:00 AM PT
Host: SpaceGlitterUnicorn
Show off your Halloween designs in this interactive MHCP fashion show. Bring your outfits and design techniques to share how you brought your spooky ideas to life. Learn posing and lighting tips for eye-popping social media content.
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