Game On!: Video Game Design Fundamentals

  • Digital Media, Gaming
Aug 12 2024
Sep 11 2024
Game On!
$300.00
  1. Sun 
  2. Mon5:00 - 6:00 pm
  3. Tue 
  4. Wed6:00 - 7:00 pm
  5. Thu 
  6. Fri 
  7. Sat 

Description

Learn what it takes to make exciting and compelling video games. You'll delve into the art of creating exciting and immersive video games, where you will have the opportunity to shape the gameplay, environment, storyline, and characters. Unlock the creative process as you add narrative depth and logical structures to your games, transforming your ideas into interactive virtual worlds. Transform yourself from a content consumer into a skilled content creator. Collaboration is key in game design, and you'll have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals to co-create even more complex and engaging games. Join Game On! and explore the exciting intersection of creativity and technology. Let's turn your passion for games into the skills and expertise needed to make them!

Ages: 8-14

Topics Covered:
  • Gameplay Development
  • Story Development
  • Environment Design
  • Character Design
  • Narrative and Logic
  • Creativity
  • Design Process
  • Collaboration/Teamwork
  • STEM Career Pathways

Requirements:

A computer/laptop or tablet with internet connectivity (camera optional, but recommended)

Google App Access (Meet and Classroom)

 

This module takes place from January 29 to March 1, 2024. Live Sessions are on either Mondays at 5 PM ET or Wednesdays at 6 PM ET. You will select the best day during registration.

 

Class dates

08/12/2024, 08/14/2024, 08/19/2024, 08/21/2024, 08/26/2024, 08/28/2024, 09/02/2024, 09/04/2024, 09/09/2024, 09/11/2024

Additional services and fees

25th Anniversary Embroidered Patch - designed by Tim Gagnon $25.00
25th Anniversary Campfire Mug $16.00
VASFA Logo Hat (ships by mid-June) $35.00
VASFA Fidget Pop Toy (ships by mid-June) $5.00
VASFA Aviator Sunglasses (ships by mid-June) $20.00

Restrictions

Participants must be 8 years to 14 years old when the program starts.

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 5

Maximum: 20

Registration period

Registration starts on 01/06/2024.

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