Introduction to Game Design

There has never been a better time to start a career in the game development industry. Games can be found on computers, the Web, gaming consoles, and virtually every mobile tablet and phone. Industry forecasts indicate that gaming will be worth close to $100 billion dollars in the next two years. Talented, creative, and enthusiastic people are in great demand in this industry. By the end of this course, you will have designed and created your own video game for the PC and will stand ready to join a team working on projects with larger scope or pursue independent development.

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What you’ll learn

What it takes to be a game developer and the wide range of opportunities available
Setting up and storing equipment
Hardware and software requirements in game development
Explore game engines and how to use them
Track mixing
Game genres, platforms, and audiences
Learn the many career opportunities available and gain information to develop your own path toward a career in game development

Course Description

In this class, you will learn the fundamentals of game development and get and overview of game genres, platforms, and audiences. You will also learn tools and techniques to help make better design decisions and achieve greater efficiencies as you develop your own games. During the course, you will gain hands-on experience in many of the game development processes. By the end of the course, you will have the experience and confidence to start developing your own games.