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About the Course

Welcome! This course is an introduction to the primary concepts of gaming, and an exploration of how these basic concepts affect the way gamers interact with our games. In this course you will understand what defines a “game” and the mechanics and rules behind different types of games. Through four linked assignments you'll learn ways to create and describe a game concept, and specifically what makes a compelling game. This course focuses on the conceptual underpinnings of games, and all assignments can be completed with a pencil and paper – no previous programming knowledge is required....

Top reviews

TN

Apr 12, 2020

I really loved doing this course. Learnt how to make a simple game and make it really interesting! I loved how the easily the instructor was able to teach us and make us curious throughout the course.

DG

Feb 12, 2020

The lecture videos from Professor Fran and his old friend were surprisingly entertaining. Kudos to the team because they were able to make it fun, informative, and engaging throughout the four weeks.

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By Sunil K N

Feb 20, 2023

Quite simple, intresting, and step-by-step approach

By sugam m

Mar 19, 2019

Good start to understand the game mechanics. Thanks

By Joshua P

Nov 14, 2016

I love this course! It is both funny & educational!

By Danilo P

Mar 30, 2016

Excelente curso para aprender a crear video juegos.

By José D

Jan 21, 2016

Great course and available for students all levels.

By Shirley Z

May 28, 2022

The course is interesting and easy to start with

By Derek C

Jul 26, 2017

Well crafted and hight entertainment educational.

By sidharth m

Sep 28, 2023

Very good course! Had fun doing the assignments!

By Win T

Nov 11, 2022

Awesome course and very entertaining instructor.

By Gabriel G

Mar 25, 2022

increible, aprendi un poco de todo lo general :)

By Jeronimo R

Jun 5, 2021

It was very fun and easy to understand, 5 stars!

By Zachary M

May 27, 2021

I hope this helps me get a job at a game company

By Aman C

Aug 23, 2020

Great course for beginner. Loved the instructor!

By Abhayjeet S

May 26, 2017

This is a well designed and easy to grasp course

By Anatoliy S

Jan 21, 2016

Great beginning of GD specialization! Recommend!

By Luisa V

Oct 27, 2022

A creative way to lean Game Design foundamnet.

By Wayne

Jun 6, 2020

I experienced the first principles in the game.

By Víctor F M R

Aug 24, 2023

It is a very good course and a better teacher.

By Abdullah m a

Jun 26, 2022

one great teacher! thank you ! i learned a lot

By Himanshu C

Oct 13, 2020

Good place to start learning about game Design

By Deleted A

Dec 9, 2015

This was a really creative course! I liked it!

By Nicolas T L

May 11, 2020

Nice course introduction to a super deep term

By Erdal A

Aug 19, 2022

It was a mind-blowing experience. Thank you.

By Jason B

Aug 3, 2022

Great course on starting out in Game design!

By Deborah S

Aug 24, 2017

very kind, informative and inspiring teacher