Blueprint Task Forge

A powerful Unreal Engine plugin that enables you to create custom Blueprint nodes without writing C++. Build asynchronous tasks, custom functionality, and complex workflows directly in Blueprints with a visual, node-based approach.

🚀 What is Blueprint Task Forge?

Blueprint Task Forge (formerly Blueprint Node Template by Alexandr Marchenko) revolutionizes how you create custom Blueprint nodes in Unreal Engine. Instead of diving into complex C++ K2_Node APIs, you can now create sophisticated custom nodes using only Blueprints - making advanced functionality accessible to all developers, regardless of C++ experience.

✨ Key Features

🎯 No C++ Required

• Create custom Blueprint nodes using only Blueprint classes
• Extend base classes to define your task behavior
• Visual workflow design without complex API knowledge

⚡ Asynchronous & Synchronous Support

• Build latent (asynchronous) nodes similar to AIMoveTo
• Create regular synchronous functions
• Full control over execution flow and timing

🔌 Advanced Pin Configuration

• Spawn Parameters: Expose class properties as input pins
• Auto-Call Functions: Functions that execute automatically after object creation
• Exec Functions: Expose object functions as execution pins
• Input/Output Delegates: Connect Blueprint events as input/output parameters
• Custom Output Pins: Create specialized output pins with custom payload data

🎨 Visual Customization

• Node Decorators: Customize the visual appearance of your nodes
• Status Indicators: Real-time status display during execution
• Custom Colors: Visual feedback through node title and background colors
• Tooltips & Descriptions: Rich documentation directly in the node interface

🛠️ Developer-Friendly Tools

• Task Palette: Dedicated panel for browsing and organizing custom tasks
• Instance Editing: Edit task properties directly in the Details panel
• Runtime Debugging: Track active tasks and their status during gameplay
• Validation System: Compile-time validation with helpful error messages

📋 Requirements

• Unreal Engine: 5.1 or later
• Platform: Windows, Mac, Linux

💬 Community & Support

DiscordServer

🖼️ Showcase

Sample project

🏃‍♂️ Quick Start

1. Installation

1. Download the latest release or clone this repository
2. Extract/copy to your project's Plugins folder
3. Enable "Blueprint Task Forge" in the Plugin Manager
4. Restart the editor

2. Create Your First Task

1. Create a new Blueprint class inheriting from Btf Task Forge
2. Add your logic:

• Create public functions for task behavior
• Add delegates for event callbacks
• Define properties for configuration

3. Configure exposure options in the class defaults:

• Mark functions for auto-execution or manual triggering
• Expose properties as spawn parameters
• Set up input/output delegates

4. Use in Blueprints: Your custom node appears automatically in the Blueprint palette

📚 Essential Concepts

• Spawn Parameters: Properties exposed as input pins on the node
• Auto-Call Functions: Functions executed automatically during task initialization
• Exec Functions: Functions exposed as execution input pins
• Output Delegates: Events that create execution output pins
• Custom Output Pins: Specialized outputs with structured data

🎯Advanced Features

• Node Decorators: Create custom visual elements and additional functionality
• Instance Mode: Edit task properties directly in the node's details panel
• Class Limitations: Restrict which Blueprint classes can use specific tasks
• Custom Validation: Implement compile-time validation for your tasks

📄 License

See LICENSE file for more details.

🙏 Acknowledgments

Originally based on the (now discontinued) Blueprint Node Template plugin by Alexandr Marchenko