Intro to Game Design

Design immersive game experiences from concept to creation, mastering storytelling, game mechanics, and digital tools to bring innovative narratives to life.

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Transition from concepts to game development

Students explore the dynamic world of game design, transitioning from paper-based game concepts, delving into digital text narratives, and concluding with video game development.

This blend of theory and varied practical projects equips them with a comprehensive skill set, positioning them to innovate in the gaming arena.

Skills

Skill-up approach

Game development tools
Game design concepts and principles
Event-based programming
Game design document
Level design
Interactive storytelling
Sound & visual design
Publishing and promotion

Syllabus

Step-by-step to the Result

Game Design Basics
- Gaming industry overview
- Game concept
- Mechanics & technology
- Story & aesthetics
- Game loops & players motivation
Project: Paper-based game prototype
Story and Narrative Development for Video Games
- Story structure
- Interactive storytelling
- Game characters
- Narrative design
Project: Digital text adventure game
Event-based Game Development
- Conditions & actions, circles & comments
- Level design & game balance
- Testing and debugging
- Game design documentation
Project: 2D video game in GDevelop
Game publishing and Promotion
- Game publishing on itch.io
- Public relations & target audience
- Social media platforms
Project: Game showcase

Hands-on Projects

Case-based Portfolio

"Intro to Game Design" final project

Students apply their knowledge and skills to develop a game in GDevelop, choosing any genre. Alongside this, they also create a Game Design Document and design interfaces and UI.

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Longview Public Schools
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