Free
CourseIntroduction to Game Development
Explore video game development, including game design, gameplay development, and asset creation.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Approx. 4 hoursCertificate of completion
Included with paid plansPrerequisites
None
About this course
Gain foundational knowledge in the video game development process. In this course, you will learn:
- Game Design: Take an idea to a full design ready for developers and asset creators
- Gameplay Development: Understand the inner workings of an engaging game, such as gameplay mechanics, artificial intelligence, and user experience
- Game Assets: Learn how immersive games are made using art and sound assets
- Tools: Learn about the tool of the trade, from programming languages to game engines
Syllabus
4 lessons • 4 quizzesThe platform
Hands-on learning
Don’t just watch or read about someone else coding — write your own code live in our online, interactive platform. You’ll even get AI-driven recommendations on what you need to review to help keep you on track.
Meet the creator of the course
Jace van Auken
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Frequently asked questions about Game Development
Game development is the process of creating video games — using technical knowledge and skills to turn game concepts and ideas into reality. While it sounds pretty straightforward, it’s a broad field that involves coding, art design, project management, and more (which we’ll explore in this course).
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