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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 Nilce W

Jun 22, 2022

Acho q a melhor parte é colocar em prática e ter a avaliação feita pelos alunos.

By Simon L

Aug 28, 2021

Everything was super well done. I learned so much and had a great time doing it!

By João P R d O

Apr 7, 2020

Awesome classes, great teaching method, just a really really good course overall

By Angel A C S

Sep 2, 2020

Precise and direct, a very nice introduction to Game Design, good fundamentals.

By Lucas G d S

Jun 14, 2016

Really amazing this fist step on this road! On the end I have my own boardgame.

By Tiana D

Sep 17, 2018

Great course, learnt a lot, especially from the assignments and peer feedback.

By Hank

Oct 23, 2015

Excellent! The teacher is just so lovely.I love this guy and enjoy this couse!

By david a v c

Jun 20, 2022

This course is very good, it teaches you a lot and makes you see your skills.

By David M

Sep 2, 2019

Very enjoyable course with a dynamic teaching method that kept me interested.

By Sebastian R

Mar 7, 2018

I liked the course. It confirmed my knowledge and gave some nice perspective.

By Lana S

Dec 11, 2015

just started it and it's great! they make it so simple and appealing love it!

By Daniel S

Oct 12, 2016

This course provides the most interesting tasks of the whole specialization.

By Jeries H

Nov 11, 2015

Very fun course to take, the teacher makes good dynamics to keep me focused.

By 向子晨

Dec 29, 2022

非常好的入门视频,我在这里学到了很多,游戏机能类型的大概分类,是否为游戏添加这个元素的准则,NPC的设计思路,游戏表达(故事)的重要性等等,非常不错!

By Andrés M V M

Nov 5, 2021

10/10, I found all this really interesting, entretaining, and fun to learn!

By Clio E

May 28, 2021

A wonderful course that goes over some very important structural concepts!

By Daniel H S K

Apr 29, 2021

Muy buen curso, en español estría genial, pero es buenisimo de todas formas

By Damanpreet S L

Jul 2, 2016

It was extremely helpful in giving the basic idea of creating a video game

By Cem B Y

Jul 20, 2022

If you wanna learn game design from beginning this course is just for that

By Brandon W

Sep 7, 2021

Fun, simple, and engaging. Good professor, easy-to-follow video lectures.

By Ashwin V M

Jul 14, 2020

It was great fun to be here, awesome teacher. Thanks, Coursera and CalArts

By İrem S

Apr 2, 2020

it was really fun and great way of teaching loved the teacher to the max !

By Chris Y

Jul 12, 2017

Very strong foundation as an introductory course to any Game Design Class.

By Zoltán F

Dec 18, 2015

Interesting and playful journey through the first steps of game making. :)

By Ticiana V

Mar 28, 2022

This is an excellent introduction to the world of how games are designed.