Fundamentals of Game Design
Learn the core principles of game design from industry experts — no prior experience required.
Course Overview
Learn how great games are designed — from player psychology to game mechanics.
This beginner-friendly course introduces you to the fundamentals of game design through real examples, interactive activities, and insights from industry professionals. By the end, you’ll understand what makes a game fun, how to structure gameplay, and how to start building your own ideas.
This flexible online course allows you to learn at your own pace, whenever it suits you.
Start Your Game Dev Journey Here. Enrol now and get 90 days of full access — absolutely free!
Course Curriculum
Get a beginner-friendly intro to how games are made — from design to launch.
Whether you want to make your own game or explore a gaming career, this course is the perfect place to start.
Module 1: How games are made, key phases, and studio roles
Module 2: What makes games fun — mechanics, rules, and prototyping
Module 3: Coding basics, game engines, and systems like physics/AI
Module 4: 2D/3D art, modeling, texturing, and animation tools
Module 5: Bug testing, polish, and the role of QA
Module 6: Game marketing, monetization, and live operations
What You’ll Learn
What game design is — and what it isn’t
The building blocks of fun: mechanics, loops, levels, systems
Different types of games and player motivations
How designers think, test, and improve their ideas
How to brainstorm your own game concept
How to communicate your game ideas clearly through documents, prototypes, and pitches
Who is this course for?
- Curious gamers wondering how games are made
- Aspiring game designers with no prior experience
- Students exploring career paths in the gaming industry
- Creators who want to start designing their first game
Testimonials
Students who have benefitted from our courses
M. Cullen
Learner
Clear and easy to follow — finally understood what a game designer actually does!
K. Pitt
Aspiring Game Designer
Loved the practical examples and the mini challenges. Great starting point for beginners.
R. Patel
College Student
Super beginner-friendly. The pace was perfect and I felt like I could apply what I learned right away.
Begin Your Game Design Journey
Explore the fundamentals, build your first ideas, and learn by doing — all at your own pace.
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