Game Design Training
Dive into game design for compact 2D action runners. Build solid core mechanics, intuitive controls, clever enemy designs, and balanced progression to retain players. Hone your abilities through hands-on playtesting, fine-tuning difficulty, adapting inputs for keyboard and mobile, and crafting precise documentation ready for production teams. This practical training ensures you create polished prototypes that stand out.
from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to develop engaging 2D action games from initial ideas to complete prototypes. You will master designing core mechanics, combat systems, enemy patterns, challenging encounters, and player progression features that captivate audiences. Additionally, gain expertise in conducting playtests, adjusting difficulty levels, optimising controls for keyboards and mobile devices, and producing detailed documentation for effective team collaboration.
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Develop skills
- Design core mechanics including rules, stamina systems, combos, and engaging combat cycles.
- Develop enemy types, encounters, hazards, and clear attack patterns for dynamic gameplay.
- Balance progression, upgrades, difficulty curves, and risk-reward elements to boost player retention.
- Optimise input mappings and controls for seamless keyboard play and efficient mobile adaptations.
- Conduct rapid playtesting, data-driven iterations, and create comprehensive documentation for teams.
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