Guides

Installing s&box

Download and set up s&box on your machine. Get the editor running and verify everything works.

Setting Up Your Dev Environment

Configure your IDE, install extensions, and set up hot-reload for a smooth development workflow.

Creating Your First Project

Bootstrap a new s&box game project from scratch. Understand the project structure and build pipeline.

Understanding the Component System

Learn how scenes, GameObjects, and Components work in s&box — properties, lifecycle hooks, and execution order.

Working with UI (Razor)

Build in-game UI using Razor components. Create HUDs, menus, and interactive panels.

Networking & Multiplayer

Implement multiplayer features — RPCs, networked properties, host/client architecture.

Asset Creation Pipeline

Import models, textures, and sounds into your s&box project. Understand the asset compiler.

Scoping Your Project

How to plan a game you can actually finish in 72 hours. Start small, cut features early, and polish what matters.

Working Effectively as a Team

Communication strategies, task splitting, version control tips, and avoiding merge conflicts during a jam.

Polishing for Submission

Last-hour tips: juice, screen shake, particles, sound effects, and a proper main menu make a huge difference.