Game Design Training
Dive into expert game design for compact 2D action platformers. Build addictive core loops, intuitive controls, clever enemy designs, and rewarding progression systems. Hone your craft through rigorous playtesting, precise balancing, and professional documentation to create prototypes that thrill players and scale effortlessly to full production.
from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to develop engaging 2D action platformers from initial ideas to fully playable prototypes. You'll master designing core gameplay mechanics, dynamic combat systems, intelligent enemy AI, challenging encounters, and balanced progression paths to captivate players. Additionally, gain expertise in conducting thorough playtests, fine-tuning difficulty levels, optimising controls for keyboard and mobile devices, and producing comprehensive documentation for seamless team handovers.
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Develop skills
- Design core mechanics: Create responsive rules, stamina management, combo systems, and engaging combat cycles.
- Develop enemies and encounters: Design varied archetypes, environmental hazards, and predictable attack patterns.
- Balance progression and difficulty: Adjust run lengths, upgrades, and risk-reward dynamics to boost player retention.
- Optimise input and controls: Assign actions for keyboard inputs and simplify schemes for smooth mobile adaptations.
- Conduct playtesting and documentation: Rapidly prototype, analyse data for iterations, and provide precise specifications.
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