Ready to take your game design skills to the next level?
Join the Game Beyond Game Design Masterclass, a 10-week immersive online course taught by award-winning Serious Game Designer Gabe Mac. Designed for aspiring and early-career designers, this Masterclass dives deep into the real-world tools and frameworks used by top studios, educators, and game changers.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
Core mechanics, dynamics, and aesthetics of game design
How to build Serious Games & Gamified systems
Player motivation models & engagement strategies
Narrative structure & interactive storytelling
Real-world case studies and industry-proven methods
📅 Course Format:
Starts: End of July 2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Delivery: 100% Online (via XP School platform + live virtual sessions)
Includes: 12+ hours of video lessons, weekly live feedback, and project reviews
This blended learning experience combines asynchronous online modules with live group sessions to ensure personalized feedback and a strong sense of community—all without student debt.
Whether you're aiming to break into the industry, expand your portfolio, or integrate game design into your teaching or professional practice, this course gives you the tools and mentorship to make it happen.
🎟️ Spaces are limited and this course fills up fast. Secure your spot for the Summer 2025 semester today!
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.
Key Takeaways
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.