Summary  
This chapter covers configuring and running a build pipeline for an application, including setting product metadata (name and icon), selecting and ordering modules to include, choosing a target platform, and generating a distributable executable.  

General domain of usage  
Game development

## Building Your Game: Executable, Icon, and Sharing

Once your game is ready, it's time to build it for others to play.

## Naming and Icon

Go to **Project Settings -> Player**.

- set the **Product Name** - this will be the name of your executable (e.g. **Bubble Jump**);
- assign an **icon** for the executable.

Requirements:

- must be **square** (edit/crop your image if needed);
- can be your **player sprite**, **logo**, or any custom image.

## Build Settings

Open **File -> Build Settings**.

- ensure all game **scenes** are included;
- drag your **main menu scene** to the top of the list to load first;
- select your **target platform** (`Windows`, `Mac`, etc.).

Click **Build**, choose a save location, and wait for Unity to compile your game.

First builds can take several minutes.



## Sharing Your Game

After building, locate your **executable** in the **build folder**.

To share your game:

- remove unnecessary folders (`Library`, `Temp`, etc.);
- zip the remaining folder;
- send via **email**, **cloud storage**, or other **file-sharing methods**.

You want your game executable to have a custom icon. Which of the following is required?

You want the game to start on the main menu after building. What must you do?

You want to share your built Unity game with a friend. Which is the correct way?

You'll learn how to make your first complete game in Unity while building the core skills needed to prototype many different game ideas.

You will install Unity and get familiar with the Unity Editor interface. You will learn how to navigate the main panels, understand the layout of the editor, and explore the basic tools used to build and manage scenes. By the end of this section, you will be comfortable moving around the editor and ready to start creating your first Unity projects.

In this section, you will explore how components work in Unity and how they are managed through the Inspector. You will learn how GameObjects gain functionality by attaching components, how to view and modify their properties, and how the Inspector helps control behavior, visuals, and physics within a scene. By the end of this section, you will understand the core component-based workflow used in Unity.


Learn the core principles of object-oriented programming using C#. You will explore how classes, objects, properties, and methods work together to structure game logic in Unity. The section introduces key concepts such as encapsulation, inheritance, and code organization, helping you understand how to write reusable and maintainable scripts for your projects.


You will expand your C# programming skills by implementing additional gameplay mechanics. You will learn how to write more advanced scripts, control object behavior, and create interactive systems that enhance your game. By the end of this section, you will be able to use C# to build more dynamic and engaging mechanics in Unity.

In this section, you will explore the concept of game feel and how visual and responsive feedback improves the player experience. You will learn how to use post-processing effects to enhance the look of your game and implement feedback systems that make player actions feel more responsive and satisfying. By the end of this section, you will understand how small visual and interaction details can significantly improve the overall feel of a game.

In this section, you will learn the fundamentals of creating user interfaces in Unity. You will explore how to build and organize UI elements such as panels, text, and buttons, and understand how they interact with the game and the player. By the end of this section, you will be able to design simple and functional interfaces that improve usability and player interaction.


Building Your Game

Building Your Game: Executable, Icon, and Sharing

Naming and Icon

Build Settings

Sharing Your Game

1. You want your game executable to have a custom icon. Which of the following is required?

2. You want the game to start on the main menu after building. What must you do?

3. You want to share your built Unity game with a friend. Which is the correct way?