Unity's Latest Release: What You Need to Know

The latest release of Unity, a popular game engine and development platform, has been met with excitement from developers and gamers alike. But before you can start creating your next big project, you'll need to make sure you're running the latest version.

In this article, we'll show you how to check your node.js version on Windows and provide some tips for getting started with Unity's latest release.

Checking Your Node.js Version

To check your node.js version, open a command prompt and type:

```

node -v

```

This will display the version of node.js that is currently installed on your system. If you're running an older version, you can follow these steps to downgrade to version 12.

Downgrading Node.js Version to 12

To downgrade node.js version to 12, open a command prompt and type:

```

npm install -g n

```

Then, type:

```

n 12

```

This will download and install the latest version of node.js 12. Once installed, you can verify that your node.js version has been downgraded by typing:

```

node -v

```

Checking Your NPM Version

To check your npm version, type in:

```

npm -v

```

Why Install Node.js with the Node Package Manager?

It's strongly suggested that you install node.js with the node package manager (npm) instead of using a separate installer. This will ensure that you have the latest versions of both node and npm installed on your system.

Verifying Your Node Installation

After installing node.js, use the following command to verify the version of node that you installed:

```

node -v

```

Telling Visual Studio to Use the Global Version

To tell visual studio to use the global version of node, follow these steps:

1. Open a new project in visual studio.

2. Go to 'Tools' > 'Options' and select 'Node.js'.

3. In the 'Node.js' window, select the 'Global' option.

Getting Started with Unity's Latest Release

Once you've checked your node.js version and installed the latest release of Unity, you're ready to start creating your next big project!

Remember to check out our other articles on Unity development for more tips and tricks on getting started with this powerful game engine.

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