What You Will Learn:
- Ability to design and develop 2D games.
- Ability to design and develop 3D games.
- Game design and development process.
Skills You Will Acquire:
- User Experience
- Design and Product
- Interaction Design
- Software Engineering
- Computer Graphics
- Computer Programming
- Graphic Design
- Creativity
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Storytelling
- Mastery of specific fields
- Learn popular skills from university and industry experts
- Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
- Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
Specialization – 5-Course Series: Gain the theoretical, technical, and practical knowledge needed to break into the video game industry through one of the world’s best courses.
In the comprehensively updated 2021 edition of the specialization, learners will acquire the skills needed to design and develop games. The specialization emphasizes both the theory and practice of game creation. From a technical perspective, learners will use the latest Unity 2020 game engine to create four game projects, including a 2D shooter, a 2D platformer, a first-person shooter, and a 3D platformer. In the “Capstone Project,” learners will create an original game of their own design, from initial concept to the first playable prototype. This specialization is offered by Michigan State University, whose game design program ranks among the top in North America.
Applied Learning Projects: Learners will build four complete Unity game projects while acquiring the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for success in the game industry. Learners will lay a solid foundation for roles such as game designer, level designer, technical designer, technical artist, programmer, and/or producer.
Game Design and Development 1: 2D Shooter If you love games and want to learn how to make them, this course will set you on that path. Making games is a creative and technical art form. In this course, you will familiarize yourself with the tools, practices, and processes of game development. You will start developing video games using industry-standard game development tools, including the Unity 2020 game engine. By the end of the course, you will complete two hands-on projects, including a Unity introductory project and a 2D shooter, and be able to create your own basic game using a range of game development techniques.
Game Design and Development 2: 2D Platformer If you love games and want to learn how to make them, this course is your next step on that path. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of game design, including an understanding of game worlds, storytelling, gameplay, user experience, and game technology. You will continue developing video games using industry-standard game development tools, including the Unity game engine. By the end of the course, you will complete a 2D platformer game and be able to create your own basic game using a range of game development techniques.
Game Design and Development 3: 3D Shooter If you love games and want to learn how to make them, this course is your third step on that path. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of game design, including an understanding of level design, game balance, prototyping, and game testing, as well as game asset creation techniques. You will continue developing video games using industry-standard game development tools, including the Unity 2020 game engine. By the end of the course, you will complete a 3D first-person shooter game and be able to create your own basic game using a range of game development techniques.
Game Design and Development 4: 3D Platformer If you love games and want to learn how to make them, this course is your fourth step on that path. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of game design, including an understanding of idea generation, design documents, the business aspects of games, and social issues in games. You will continue developing video games using industry-standard game development tools, including the Unity 2020 game engine. By the end of the course, you will complete a 3D platformer game and be able to create your own basic game using a range of game development techniques.
Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project In the capstone course, you will create an original game from initial concept to the first playable version! Throughout the process, you will have the opportunity to present your game ideas to peers. The capstone project allows you to further hone your skills and showcase the new skills you have acquired as a game developer. The capstone project also includes guest lectures from game industry professionals from companies such as Riot Games, Blizzard Entertainment, Insomniac Games, Gearbox Entertainment, Iron Galaxy, Deep Silver Volition, Goodgame Studios, Stardock, GREE, Heart Shaped Games, and more.
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