Game Design Course: Create Your Board Game

Unlock Your Creativity: Design Your Own Board Game!

Embark on a transformative journey into game design, where you'll master the art of crafting an original board game from concept to prototype. This course ignites your creativity and equips you with essential skills to navigate game mechanics, thematic development, and playtesting. By the end, you'll possess a playable prototype ready for peer feedback, setting the stage for your future in the game design industry.

Who is it For:

This course is tailored for aspiring game designers like you, who may feel overwhelmed by the complexities of game mechanics, thematic development, and playtesting.

• •Skill Level: Beginner
• •Audience: Aspiring game designers, Board game enthusiasts, Students interested in game mechanics

Prerequisites:

Don’t worry if you’re new to game design! All you need is:

• •Basic understanding of board games
• •Interest in game design
• •Willingness to learn and experiment

What's Inside:

This course is packed with valuable content, including:

• •Modules:
  • •Game Mechanics Unleashed
  • •Thematic Development: Crafting Your Narrative
  • •Prototyping Techniques: Bringing Ideas to Life
  • •Playtesting Mastery: Refining Your Design
  • •Market Trends: Designing for Success
• •Quizzes: Quizzes will test your understanding of key concepts in game design and mechanics, ensuring you grasp the fundamentals before moving on to practical applications.
• •Assignments: Assignments include presentations on game mechanics, narrative outlines, prototype creation, and playtesting sessions, all designed to enhance your learning experience.
• •Practical Project: Design and prototype an original board game that incorporates unique mechanics and themes, resulting in a playable prototype for peer playtesting.
• •Before You Start: Familiarize yourself with various board games to inspire your design process and understand different mechanics.
• •Books to Read: Explore recommended readings that will deepen your understanding of game design principles and market trends.
• •Glossary: A glossary of key terms will help you familiarize yourself with industry terminology.

What Will You Learn:

By the end of this course, you will:

• •Master the core principles of game design, including mechanics, theme, and player interaction.
• •Develop a unique board game prototype that showcases innovative design principles.
• •Conduct effective playtesting sessions and integrate feedback into your design process.

Time to Complete:

8 weeks, with 10-15 hours of dedicated study per week.

Start Your Game Design Journey Today!