Compiling a C++ Project

Building a CRYENGINE C++ template project using Microsoft Visual Studio

Tutorial info  
Difficulty Beginner
Updated March 10, 2020
Software
Visual Studio
CRYENGINE 5.x

In this tutorial we go through the steps necessary to build a CRYENGINE C++ template project using Microsoft Visual Studio and explains what you need to know when starting out. Stick around until the end of the video for a little bonus.

  • 01:51 Introducing the Visual Studio Interface
  • 02:05 Choosing Configuration Type
  • 03:07 Opening a Project in the Editor
  • 05:14 Determining How Your Project Starts
  • 07:22 Understanding the Blank Template Structure
  • 09:41 Example: Customizing Player.cpp

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