Intro to VFX art

Using the Mansion of Wonder sample as a guide, this tutorial acts as an introduction to creating special effects (VFX) in Roblox Studio using particle emitters. As you follow each chapter, you will learn how to create a laser blast and explosion that players can use as they defeat sinister slimes and ghastly ghosts in a spooky carnival game.

This lesson is intended for readers who are brand new to creating VFX art and working in Studio. If you are familiar with both, try another beginner lesson plan or jump straight to building your first game.

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Note

If you don't have a Roblox account, Studio active on your device, or familiarity with Studio's UI, see the Studio lesson.

Course contents

Chapter 1 - Get started

Learn how to [open and customize](/docs/roblox-tutorials-curriculums-artist-get-started) the template's workspace so that you can focus on creating colorful VFX.

Chapter 2 - Work with particle emitters

Learn how to [change the appearance and behavior](/docs/roblox-tutorials-curriculums-artist-work-with-particle-emitters) of particles in the carnival ride.

Chapter 3 - Test and save

Learn how to [playtest your art](/docs/roblox-tutorials-curriculums-artist-test-and-save) and publish your work to Roblox.

Chapter 4 - Next steps

Learn where you can [find more tutorials](/docs/roblox-tutorials-curriculums-artist-next-steps) about VFX for games.