Want to build your first game but don't know where to start? Read our step-by-step guide to video game design, from core hook to the magic of "game feel."
Learn why top game designers focus on systems rather than just "fun." Discover how to harness Cognitive Surplus to turn players into problem solvers.
Not another random generator.
This one thinks like a game designer:
• Worlds
• Gameplay verbs
• Tone & audience
• Visual direction
Here’s a sneak peek 👇
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Serious game design is changing how we solve problems. These games are fun but also teach important lessons. Our masterclass will show you how to make these games and use them to tackle real-world issues.
Understand the history and evolution of serious game design.
Learn the key principles for balancing fun and educational value in game design.
Discover the various applications of serious games in industries like healthcare, corporate training, and education.
Grasp the importance of playtesting and iteration in creating effective games.
In 2012 I set out to teach the secrets I had learned, of Serious Game Design. Since then thousands of students have taken my Basic Game Design Course online so far. Since I launched it 6 years ago, I have had lots of great feedback about how it helped inspire and change people's lives. This makes me so excited to announce the following news.
When we look at the Concentric Game Design Method taught in the Basic Game Design Course, we see clear divisions of the layers, making them interchangeable. The core elements of the concentric model are Goals, Rules (Mechanics), Declarative Layer (Narrative), and Social Layer. Many of these layers can be changed around, like a new wrapping of an onion.
Unlock the secrets of professional game design. Master the Mechanics-Dynamics-Aesthetics (MDA) framework to design addictive, engaging gameplay loops.
Avoid the structural errors that ruin immersion. Discover the three most common worldbuilding mistakes in game development and how to fix them today.
Discover how to design interactive factions that react dynamically to player choices. Learn the mathematics of systemic reputation and faction design.
Build a cohesive fantasy world that feels alive. Access our system-focused fantasy worldbuilding checklist designed specifically for game developers.
Stop designing accidental gameplay. Discover why distinguishing between Mechanics, Dynamics, and Aesthetics is vital for balancing interactive systems.