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== Downloading & Installation ==
== Downloading & Installation ==
[[File:Choose Components.png|thumb|''Choose Components'' installation screen.]]
[[File:Unity installs.PNG|alt=Unity Hub installs section|thumb|Unity Hub installs section]]
In order to download the Unity Software, you must first choose one of three product options. Although Unity is a free software, there are still monthly subscription services that exist. You can choose between ''Personal, Plus, and Pro'' on the [https://store.unity.com/ Unity Store]. Beginners are recommended to use personal since it is free. Once personal is selected, you will be brought to a [https://unity.com/download download screen] for Unity Hub. Choose the download option for your operating system.
In order to download the Unity Software, you must first choose one of three product options. Although Unity is a free software, there are still monthly subscription services that exist. You can choose between ''Personal, Plus, and Pro'' on the [https://store.unity.com/ Unity Store]. Beginners are recommended to use personal since it is free. Once personal is selected, you will be brought to a [https://unity.com/download download screen] for Unity Hub. Choose the download option for your operating system.
Once you have installed the Unity Hub, you can download and install the latest version of unity ('''Unity 2020.3.30f1 (LTS)''') using the <u>Install Editor</u> button from the Installs section. Also, you need to install additional modules such as '''Microsoft Visual Studio Community 2019''' (will be used to develop and edit C sharp scripts in unity), Mac Build Support for Mac users and Windows Build Support for Windows users respectively (build supports are required to build your game for respective platforms). You can add any other modules you wish as well.
Once you have installed the Unity Hub, you can download and install the latest version of unity ('''Unity 2020.3.30f1 (LTS)''') using the <u>Install Editor</u> button from the Installs section. Also, you need to install additional modules such as '''Microsoft Visual Studio Community 2019''' (will be used to develop and edit C sharp scripts in unity), Mac Build Support for Mac users and Windows Build Support for Windows users respectively (build supports are required to build your game for respective platforms). You can add any other modules you wish as well.
[[File:Unity editor.PNG|alt=Unity Hub install editor window|thumb|Unity Hub install editor window]]
== Launching Unity ==
== Launching Unity ==
To launch Unity Hub, either locate the icon on the desktop, or open it from the Windows Menu.
To launch Unity, either locate the icon on the desktop, or open it from the Windows Menu. The splash screen should appear indicating startup. You will be prompted to sign in using your Unity ID. If you do not have one, you may create one here or login with an existing account. You also have the option to skip if you'd like, however you will not be able to collaborate or install assets later (you can sign in whenever, though).
To create a new project, click ''New'' at the top right of the projects window. Specify a name, save location, and whether it is a 3D or 2D project. Once this is done click ''Create Project.'' Your project should be setting up necessary libraries and when complete the editor will launch.
To create a new project, click ''New project'' at the top right of the projects section.
# Specify whether it is a 3D or 2D project in the templates.
# Specify a name under 'Project name'.
# Specify a save location where you want to save the unity files under 'Location'.
# Once this is done click ''Create Project'', your project should be setting up necessary libraries and when complete the editor will launch.
[[File:Unity project.png|alt=Unity Hub new project window|thumb|Unity Hub new project window]]
== See Also ==
== See Also ==
[[Tutorial: Creating Virtual Reality Applications]]
[[Tutorial: Creating Virtual Reality Applications]]