Uploaded March 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
In this video we learn how to attach objects such as weapons or clothing accessories to a character and its animations. To add an extra layer of quality, we also dive into how to add additional particle effects to such objects like when a gun showcases muzzle flare when being fired. And to top it off, we also look at how to attach sounds to character animations.
You can download the Unreal Engine right here: unrealengine.com/en-US
You can visit Quixel right here: quixel.com
You can visit Mixamo right here: mixamo.com
You can view the rest of this tutorial series right here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsQAB-io7e7eU2n0V3GGlwamAImau4R_B
TIMECODES
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - How to attach sound to character animation sequences
4:13 - What is a Sound Cue and what can I do with it?
9:24 - How to turn a WAV file into a Sound Cue
9:53 - How to add a socket to a skeletal mesh
12:32 - How to preview an asset within a socket
14:33 - Checking if your socket is well placed by testing animations
16:22 - Why can’t I see the object I attached to my socket in my scene?
18:42 - Adding extra particles to an object of a character (e.g. muzzle flare)
Links to the Unreal Engine Asset Packs
Muzzle Flashes
Made by W3 Studios
unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/101-muzzle-flashes
Animation Starter Pack
Made by Epic Games
unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/animation-starter-pack
SMG ‘Phantom’
Made by Black Lime Studio
unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/smg-phantom-skins
Other useful links
My website: artofdavidarroyo.com
My Instagram: instagram.com/artofdavidarroyo
My Facebook Page: facebook.com/artofdavidarroyo
Twitter: twitter.com/DAVIDARR0Y0
In this video we learn how to attach objects such as weapons or clothing accessories to a character and its animations. To add an extra layer of quality, we also dive into how to add additional particle effects to such objects like when a gun showcases muzzle flare when being fired. And to top it off, we also look at how to attach sounds to character animations.
You can download the Unreal Engine right here: unrealengine.com/en-US
You can visit Quixel right here: quixel.com
You can visit Mixamo right here: mixamo.com
You can view the rest of this tutorial series right here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsQAB-io7e7eU2n0V3GGlwamAImau4R_B
TIMECODES
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - How to attach sound to character animation sequences
4:13 - What is a Sound Cue and what can I do with it?
9:24 - How to turn a WAV file into a Sound Cue
9:53 - How to add a socket to a skeletal mesh
12:32 - How to preview an asset within a socket
14:33 - Checking if your socket is well placed by testing animations
16:22 - Why can’t I see the object I attached to my socket in my scene?
18:42 - Adding extra particles to an object of a character (e.g. muzzle flare)
Links to the Unreal Engine Asset Packs
Muzzle Flashes
Made by W3 Studios
unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/101-muzzle-flashes
Animation Starter Pack
Made by Epic Games
unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/animation-starter-pack
SMG ‘Phantom’
Made by Black Lime Studio
unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/smg-phantom-skins
Other useful links
My website: artofdavidarroyo.com
My Instagram: instagram.com/artofdavidarroyo
My Facebook Page: facebook.com/artofdavidarroyo
Twitter: twitter.com/DAVIDARR0Y0
