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Asset Scaffolding

Recipe-Based Asset Creation for Unreal Engine

Asset Scaffolding is a powerful plugin that accelerates asset creation using reusable templates called "recipes". Create complete game systems, Blueprints, Widgets, Levels, and 30+ other asset types without leaving the editor.

Asset Scaffolding

Key Features

Recipe-Based Asset Creation

Create production-ready assets instantly using curated recipes:

  • Character Systems: FPS, Third-Person, Platformer, RPG characters with controllers and movement
  • Game Foundation: Game Modes, Player Controllers, Game States, Save Systems
  • UI Systems: HUDs, Menus, Inventory widgets, Dialog panels
  • AI Systems: AI Controllers, Behavior Trees, Blackboards
  • Gameplay Mechanics: Doors, Elevators, Pickups, Checkpoints, Triggers
  • Effects & Audio: VFX actors, Sound cues, Screen effects

Game Factory Mode

Start your game with a structured foundation:

  1. Choose Your Foundation: FPS, RPG, Platformer, or Blank Structure
  2. Add Systems: Click to add complete, wired game systems
  3. Track Progress: See your game architecture in the right panel

Studio Mode (Advanced)

For power users and studios:

  • Recipe Designer: Create and customize your own asset recipes
  • Recipe Library: Browse and manage all available recipes
  • C++ Class Discovery: Extend your game from existing C++ classes
  • Project Settings Automation: Configure project settings automatically
  • Schema v3 Recipes: Full JSON schema with parameters, presets, and conditional sections (Guide)

Game World Memory

Asset Scaffolding remembers your project:

  • Tracks every system you add
  • Persists across editor restarts
  • Shows your game architecture at a glance
  • Detects missing or moved assets

Why Use Asset Scaffolding?

Speed Up Development

  • Create complete systems in seconds
  • Skip repetitive setup tasks
  • Focus on what makes your game unique

Consistent Quality

  • Production-ready templates
  • Best practices built in
  • Standardized architecture

Learn Best Practices

  • Study well-architected examples
  • Understand component relationships
  • Learn from professional patterns

Supported Asset Types

Category Asset Types
Blueprints Actor, Character, Pawn, Component, Interface
UI Widget Blueprint, User Widget
AI AI Controller, Behavior Tree, Blackboard
Data Data Asset, Data Table, Curve, Save Game
Level Level, Level Sequence
Materials Material, Material Instance
Audio Sound Cue
VFX Niagara System (if available)

Asset Optics Integration

Asset Scaffolding works seamlessly with Asset Optics for a complete game production pipeline:

  • Create systems with Asset Scaffolding
  • Plan and track with Asset Optics
  • AI-powered task suggestions
  • Team collaboration and progress tracking

System Requirements

  • Unreal Engine: 5.5 or later
  • Platforms: Windows, macOS
  • Optional: Asset Optics Plugin for planning features

Getting Started

Ready to accelerate your asset creation?

  1. Install the Plugin
  2. Set Up Your First Project
  3. Explore Game Factory Mode
  4. Create Custom Recipes
  5. Schema v3 Authoring Guide (Advanced)

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