In this lesson students learn about the course objectives, the definition of game design, and the purpose of using game engines to design and build video games. They’ll complete a self-reflection assignment to help better understand their interest in game design and previous experience.
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In this lesson, students learn about the basic history of video games and the industry. Students will reflect on how video games evolved with technological improvements and changes to game design and development in the early years of the industry.
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In this lesson, students explore game genres and perspectives that are used to categorize different types of video games.
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In this lesson, students will learn about the huge impact the video game has had economically and on other non-game industries.
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In this lesson, students will explore and reflect on how video games have provided opportunities for people to connect socially since the 1970’s.
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In this lesson students learn about the Unity game engine and ways it’s been used in the video game development industry. Students reflect on how Unity is used to efficiently and effectively develop various types of video games.
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In this lesson students learn how to set up a Unity account and install the Unity software with Unity Hub.
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In this lesson students learn about submitting Unity projects and use the Unity software and CodeHS platform to send projects and assignments to their teacher.
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In this lesson students learn about Unity’s interface and GameObjects. Students will create a GameObject, add a material, and transform it.
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In this lesson, students learn about scene design and develop their own unique scene using a collection of polygon prefab assets.
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In this lesson, students dive into rigidbodies and colliders, learning more about the Unity’s built-in physics engine.
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In this lesson students learn how visual and auditory effects impact gameplay. They study ways game designers use these special effects to provide players with feedback and important information during gameplay.
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In this lesson students learn about camera settings, angles, view frustums, and how multiple cameras can be used to provide players with top-down map views and two-player split screens.
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In this lesson, students learn how to create different lighting effects in Unity to provide players with feedback and set the mood of a game scene.
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In this lesson, students learn how to use particle systems to guide players and give them feedback.
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In this lesson, students learn about the roles sound effects can have in a game and how they can add them to their Unity scenes.
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In this lesson, students learn how to add simple User Interface (UI) elements, like a player score or start menu, to their games.
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In this lesson, students apply their knowledge of Unity effects in a scene of their own making.
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In this lesson, students are introduced to their final project, learn more about the organization they’re developing for, and begin brainstorming game ideas.
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In this lesson, students dive deeper into common elements that all fun games possess.
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In this lesson, students learn about the storyboarding technique and what it’s like to be a storyboard artist.
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In this lesson, students choose two game ideas to flesh out and receive feedback on, ultimately narrowing down to one and drafting their first Game Design Document.
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In this lesson, students create storyboards of their original game and get more feedback from peers.
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In this lesson, students learn more about prototyping and play testing techniques that are used in game design.
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In this lesson, students start prototyping elements of their own game and receive early feedback from peers.
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In this lesson, students add details to their minimum viable product and create their final game!
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Students learn about promoting their game by designing and creating a gameplay trailer.
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In this lesson, students research and learn about different characteristics of computer, console, and mobile platforms.
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In this lesson, students will learn the role of governing bodies and developers in creating games that are ethical. The lesson presents different points of view for students to consider and explore.
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In this lesson students learn about video game studios and research a studio of their choice. Students then develop a presentation to share their findings and reflect on types of roles within game studios.
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In this lesson students learn about careers in the video game industry. They’ll watch videos highlighting various careers and opportunities in the industry and complete self-reflection assignments to consider various careers.
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In this lesson students learn about video game studios and research a studio of their choice. Students then develop a one-page web presentation to share their findings and reflect on types of roles within game studios.
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In this lesson, students will learn about top college and university degree programs in game and reflect on their interests.
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