Dylan “TheBoyDilly” Johnson, CEO of Good Gamers, never intended to become a game developer. As a health worker in 2020, he faced the challenges of the COVID pandemic. Needing a break, Johnson turned to Fortnite Creative, where he enjoyed recreating Fortnite’s iconic concerts. His life took a turn when his Fortnite game, ‘Go Goated! Zone Wars’, went viral, and Epic Games approached him to work on concerts for Mohamed Hamaki and Tones And I. Soon after, content creator Ali A invited him to join Team Atomic.
Fortnite, a game Johnson played for relaxation, was about to transform his life. Despite having no formal training in game development or artistic disciplines, Johnson learned quickly. He credits Epic for making game development accessible, especially through Fortnite Creative.
Now, Johnson has taken a significant leap with the Unreal Editor for Fortnite [UEFN], which is more complex and taps into the power of Unreal Engine 5. Unlike Fortnite Creative, UEFN allows for importing custom assets and provides advanced tools. It complements Fortnite Creative, enabling teams to collaborate on PC and console in real-time.
UEFN’s visual language, familiar to gamers, makes it accessible. With a growing range of devices and extensive community resources like Unreal Sensei tutorials, even beginners can create sophisticated game mechanics.
Johnson emphasizes that UEFN is not just for experienced developers; it’s for anyone with passion and willingness to learn. He sees it as a democratizing tool in game development, making the field accessible regardless of one’s educational background or experience.
Epic’s integration of Unreal Engine’s power into UEFN is a game-changer. It caters to both newcomers and seasoned developers, fostering an environment where all can contribute to the gaming world.
Johnson encourages those dreaming of game development to explore UEFN. He believes it offers a fantastic opportunity for creative expression
and for transforming gaming passion into development skills. He reflects on his own journey from a health worker to a game developer, emphasizing how UEFN empowers individuals to create memorable gaming experiences. Johnson’s story is a testament to how, with the right tools and a willingness to learn, anyone can transition into game development and shape the future of gaming.
“For anyone dreaming about becoming a developer, UEFN is the perfect starting point,” Johnson advises. “It’s an opportunity to unleash your creativity. You might find that developing games, creating those experiences for others, is even more fulfilling than playing them. Just like the fond memories I have of playing games in my childhood, now I’m crafting games that will create lasting memories for the next generation.”
