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Brackeys[edit]
| Brackeys | |
|---|---|
 Brackeys in a video tutorial | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | Asbjørn Thirslund 1997 Denmark |
| Nationality | Danish |
| Occupation(s) | YouTuber, Game Developer |
| Website | https://brackeys.com/ |
| YouTube information | |
| Channel | |
| Years active | 2012-2020 |
| Genre | Game development |
| Subscribers | 1.68 million (as of December 21, 2023)[1] (December 21, 2023) |
| Total views | 155 million (as of December 21, 2023)[1] (December 21, 2023) |
Brackeys operates a YouTube channel focusing on tutorials for game development. The channel covers various aspects of game creation, including programming, game design, graphics, and more.[edit]
History[edit]
Established in 2012 by Asbjørn Thirslund, a Danish game developer, Brackeys rapidly gained popularity due to its clear and concise tutorials, predominantly centered on the Unity game engine. By 2020, the channel had garnered over 1.5 million subscribers and 100 million views. However, in September 2020, Thirslund announced his departure from YouTube to pursue other projects. Despite this, the Brackeys channel remains a valuable resource for aspiring game developers.
On April 22, 2024, Brackeys made a comeback with a new video, marking a return to content creation after a hiatus.
Content[edit]
Brackeys' video content primarily caters to novice and intermediate game developers, encompassing a diverse range of topics:
- Unity tutorials: Providing guidance on utilizing the Unity game engine to craft 2D and 3D games.
- Programming tutorials: covering various programming languages commonly employed in game development, such as C#.
- Game design tutorials: Exploring fundamental principles of game design, including level design and storytelling.
- Graphics tutorials: instructing on the creation of visually captivating games through techniques such as 3D modelling, animation, and lighting.
Notable Videos[edit]
Several of Brackey's highly viewed videos include:
- How to Make a Video Game: Getting Started
- How to Make a 2D Platformer in Unity
- How to Program in C#
Recognition and Impact[edit]
Brackeys has received acclaim for its top-quality tutorials and positive influence on the game development community. The channel is recognised for making game development accessible to a broader audience. In 2019, Brackeys was nominated for a Shorty Award in the "Education" category.