ue5-project-setup

name

ue5-project-setup

description

Scaffold and configure new Unreal Engine 5 projects with proper CLAUDE.md, .gitignore, Git LFS tracking, directory structure, and Epic coding conventions. Use this skill whenever someone mentions creating a new UE5 project, setting up a UE5 repo, initializing an Unreal project, configuring Git for Unreal, or writing a CLAUDE.md for a UE5 codebase. Also triggers for project organization, asset naming conventions, or module structure setup.

UE5 Project Setup Skill

Scaffolds a production-ready Unreal Engine 5 project with all the tooling, conventions, and configuration files needed for efficient AI-assisted development.

What This Skill Creates

1. CLAUDE.md — Project context file for Claude Code integration
2. .gitignore — UE5-specific ignore rules
3. .gitattributes — Git LFS tracking for binary assets
4. Directory structure guidance — Module and plugin organization
5. .claude/settings.json — Exclude noisy directories from Claude context
6. .mcp.json — MCP server configuration for live editor control
7. Config/DefaultEngine.ini entries — Remote Control API auto-start

Step 1: Gather Project Info

Ask the user:

• Project name (PascalCase, e.g., MyActionRPG)
• Template base (ThirdPerson, FirstPerson, TopDown, Blank)
• Primary language (C++ only, C++ with Blueprints, Blueprints only)
• Target platforms (Linux, Windows, both)
• Key gameplay systems (GAS, Enhanced Input, Multiplayer, AI, PCG)

Step 2: Generate CLAUDE.md

Place at the project root. Keep under 150 lines. Use progressive disclosure — tell Claude how to find info rather than listing everything.