MP_Manager

MP_Manager is an Unreal Engine plugin that provides a comprehensive lobby system for multiplayer games. It handles session management, matchmaking, player lists, character selection, level selection, and includes a basic chat system. Built with 70% C++ and 30% Blueprint for optimal performance and flexibility.

Technologies Used

Unreal Engine 5C++BlueprintsMultiplayer FrameworkEIK Plugin

Plugin Info

Completed

startDate: 2023-01-01

endDate: 2023-03-15

teamSize: 1

role: Lead Developer

engine: Unreal Engine 5.3+

compatibility: Windows, Linux, macOS

Repository

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Plugin Specifications

Compatibility Matrix

Windows

Linux

macOS

Dependencies

EIK Plugin by Betide Studio

API Documentation

Key Functions

AMP_LobbyManager::CreateSession(FSessionSettings Settings)

Creates a new multiplayer session with specified settings

AMP_LobbyManager::JoinSession(FSessionInfo Session)

Joins an existing multiplayer session

AMP_PlayerManager::KickPlayer(APlayerController* Player)

Removes a player from the current session

AMP_ChatSystem::SendMessage(FString Message, EChatChannel Channel)

Sends a chat message to specified channel

Integration Guide

Install EIK plugin dependency

Add MP_Manager plugin to project

Configure lobby settings in GameMode

Implement player controller interfaces

Set up UI for lobby and character selection

Key Features

Complete lobby system with session management

Player matchmaking and session joining/leaving

Dynamic player list panel

Character selection and customization in lobby

Level/game mode selection

Player kicking functionality

Real-time session updates

Basic chat system integration

Demo gameplay support

Technical Challenges

Technical Challenge 1

Problem:

Implementing reliable session management and matchmaking

Solution:

Integrated EIK plugin for robust session handling and matchmaking

Result:

Stable lobby system with seamless player connections

Technical Challenge 2

Problem:

Creating dynamic UI for player lists and character selection

Solution:

Developed flexible Blueprint-based UI components with real-time updates

Result:

Intuitive lobby interface with live player management

Integration Challenges

Integration Challenge 1

Problem:

Seamless integration with existing multiplayer workflows

Solution:

Created modular architecture using function overrides and interfaces

Result:

Easy integration into existing Unreal Engine projects

Integration Challenge 2

Problem:

Supporting multiple game modes and level selection

Solution:

Implemented flexible level selection system with configuration options

Result:

Versatile plugin supporting various game types and configurations

Results Achieved

Successfully implemented complete lobby system

Integrated with EIK plugin for enhanced multiplayer features

Created flexible character and level selection systems

Developed dynamic player management interface

Established foundation for multiplayer game development

What I Learned

Unreal Engine multiplayer session management

Blueprint and C++ integration patterns

UI development for multiplayer lobbies

Plugin architecture and modularity

Cross-platform multiplayer considerations

Development Journey

Research Phase: Multiplayer lobby requirements and best practices

Core Development: Session management and matchmaking systems

UI Implementation: Dynamic player lists and character selection

Integration: EIK plugin compatibility and testing

Finalization: Documentation and community release