Welcome! This course is an introduction to the primary concepts of gaming, and an exploration of how these basic concepts affect the way gamers interact with our games. In this course you will understand what defines a “game” and the mechanics and rules behind different types of games. Through four linked assignments you'll learn ways to create and describe a game concept, and specifically what makes a compelling game. This course focuses on the conceptual underpinnings of games, and all assignments can be completed with a pencil and paper – no previous programming knowledge is required.
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Programa Especializado - Game Design: Art and ConceptsInstituto de Artes de CaliforniaAcerca de este Curso
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Resultados profesionales del estudiante
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comenzó una nueva carrera después de completar estos cursos
42%
consiguió un beneficio tangible en su carrera profesional gracias a este curso
14%
consiguió un aumento de sueldo o ascenso
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Nivel principiante
Aprox. 6 horas para completar
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Chino (tradicional), Francés (French), Ucraniano, Chino (simplificado), Portugués (de Brasil), Alemán (German), Ruso (Russian), Inglés (English), Español (Spanish), Húngaro
Habilidades que obtendrás
Video Game DevelopmentGameplayVideo Game DesignGame Design
Resultados profesionales del estudiante
43%
comenzó una nueva carrera después de completar estos cursos
42%
consiguió un beneficio tangible en su carrera profesional gracias a este curso
14%
consiguió un aumento de sueldo o ascenso
Certificado para compartir
Obtén un certificado al finalizar
100 % en línea
Comienza de inmediato y aprende a tu propio ritmo.
Curso 1 de 5 en
Fechas límite flexibles
Restablece las fechas límite en función de tus horarios.
Nivel principiante
Aprox. 6 horas para completar
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Chino (tradicional), Francés (French), Ucraniano, Chino (simplificado), Portugués (de Brasil), Alemán (German), Ruso (Russian), Inglés (English), Español (Spanish), Húngaro
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Instituto de Artes de California
CalArts has earned an international reputation as the leading college of the visual and performing arts in the United States. Offering rigorous undergraduate and graduate degree programs through six schools—Art, Critical Studies, Dance, Film/Video, Music, and Theater—CalArts has championed creative excellence, critical reflection, and the development of new forms and expressions.
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
1 hora para completar
Week 1: The Simplest Games
This week we start at the beginning: what are the principles of very simple games, like Hangman and tic-tac-toe? How do these games work? Why do people play them? What are the elements that define games and the gaming experience? And finally, what do games have in common with each other, and what sets them apart? In addition to covering the basics and ground rules for this course, we'll conclude this week with a very simple, low-tech assignment: create a game on a single sheet of paper.
1 hora para completar
6 videos (Total 17 minutos), 3 lecturas, 1 cuestionario
6 videos
Welcome!1m
Elements of Gaming3m
The Game Design Document1m
Feedback3m
Making a Simple Game and Brainstorming3m
Week 1 Homework2m
3 lecturas
About this Course10m
Instructor Presence and Staff Support 1m
Academic Integrity2m
1 hora para completar
Week 2: Rules and Discovery
How does a player learn the mechanics of your game? How do they learn anything about your game? This week we will talk about the rules that define gameplay, and how those rules are communicated to your players. We also discuss the way rules are bent and broken by players.
1 hora para completar
6 videos (Total 19 minutos)
6 videos
Balance3m
What are rules?6m
Breaking the Rules2m
Learning the Rules3m
Week 2 Homework1m
2 horas para completar
Week 3: Tell a Story
How does narrative drive a player to start playing your game? Or to finish it? This week we'll look at some of the ways you can make your game more compelling with story, and discuss some of the ways story can drive gameplay forward, or enable a player to make their own way through it.
2 horas para completar
9 videos (Total 32 minutos)
9 videos
Story Purpose7m
Who's In Charge of Your Game Story?1m
Writer-Driven6m
Writer-Led1m
Player-Led1m
Roleplaying & Character Motivation5m
Explaining & Imagining4m
Week 3 Homework1m
2 horas para completar
Week 4: The Friend and the Enemy
What purpose does an enemy serve in a game? What effect does a second player have on two-player games? Can a game work without an adversary or a final goal? We'll address all of those questions in this last week of the class, and work towards finalizing your board game project with characters.
2 horas para completar
6 videos (Total 27 minutos), 1 lectura, 1 cuestionario
6 videos
Characters in Gaming5m
Types of Characters3m
Multiplayer Rules and Balance3m
Bonus Interview: Adam Spragg, Designer of Hidden in Plain Sight11m
Week 4 Homework1m
1 lectura
Course Credits10m
Reseñas
Principales reseñas sobre INTRODUCTION TO GAME DESIGN
por TN12 de abr. de 2020
I really loved doing this course. Learnt how to make a simple game and make it really interesting! I loved how the easily the instructor was able to teach us and make us curious throughout the course.
por DG12 de feb. de 2020
The lecture videos from Professor Fran and his old friend were surprisingly entertaining. Kudos to the team because they were able to make it fun, informative, and engaging throughout the four weeks.
por SB26 de dic. de 2016
A very basic course to start off the game design career. Great if you want to start right from the ground stage and make your way up! Complex concepts broken down and put ever so simply! Try it out!
por JB15 de jun. de 2020
It was helpful as it showed me several tricks and tips on how to create a story and properly balance a game. While also showing me see how other people could complete something with different ideas.
Acerca de Programa especializado: Game Design: Art and Concepts
Stemming from the principles of storytelling and design established in CalArts’ renowned Animation programs, this Specialization lays a primary foundation for experimentation and exploration of video game design, story, character development, and winning gameplay before programming begins. These four courses emphasize the self-reliance and personal expression of the gaming artist, and encourage you to take conceptual risks and develop new modes of expression and form through gaming. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll put your creative skills to work by generating an engaging game design document for a personal game project, outlining the conceptual, narrative and aesthetic elements of your game.
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¿Cuándo podré acceder a las lecciones y tareas?
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- es posible que el curso no ofrezca la opción de participar como oyente. En cambio, puedes intentar con una Prueba gratis o postularte para recibir ayuda económica.
- Es posible que el curso ofrezca la opción 'Curso completo, sin certificado'. Esta opción te permite ver todos los materiales del curso, enviar las evaluaciones requeridas y obtener una calificación final. También significa que no podrás comprar una experiencia de Certificado.
¿Qué recibiré si me suscribo a este Programa especializado?
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Is financial aid available?
Sí, Coursera ofrece ayuda económica a los estudiantes que no pueden pagar la tarifa. Solicítala haciendo clic en el enlace de Ayuda económica que está debajo del botón “Inscribirse” a la izquierda. Se te pedirá que completes una solicitud. Recibirás una notificación en caso de que se apruebe. Deberás completar este paso para cada uno de los cursos que forman parte del Programa especializado, incluido el proyecto final. Obtén más información.
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