--- title: Video Game Design and Development description: Elevate your game design skills with our comprehensive course. Learn programming, asset creation, and real-time engines to create captivating games. image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Programming.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Data Science and Technology [Video Game Design and Development](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2655841958#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Programming.png) # Video Game Design and Development #### $2,402 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/video-game-design/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 50 #### $2,402 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/video-game-design/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 500 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 365 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Certificate Program ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Beginner #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Video game designers have next-level creativity and a passion for storytelling. Whether you are an enthusiastic gamer exploring this as a hobby or a design professional looking to expand your career opportunities, this game design course will help you discover new and unique ways to approach video game design and development. You will upgrade your ability to conceptualize, design, and develop your games so you can tackle more complex projects where every detail matters. During your video game design training, you will learn programming languages, mathematics skills, game asset creation, modern real-time game engines, and general game development techniques. You will gain skills for creating your own textured and lit real-time 3D scenes. By the end of this game design course, you will have built three complete games: a 3D arcade game, a first-person adventure, and a custom game of your own. In this demanding and growing world of video games, you need to continuously learn video game design to ensure your technical skills are up to date. This comprehensive game design course will challenge you to conjure up intricate worlds and narratives, so you can be competitive and thrive in this in-demand industry. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Develop a strong foundation in programming languages - Discover how to design and create video games for PC - Understand the technical and aesthetic fundamentals for creating a successful game - Become proficient in mathematical concepts common across different game projects - Embark on an independent study module during which you will create your own game - Gain skills for creating your own textured and lit real-time 3D scenes that can be experienced in modern game engines How you will benefit: - Obtain an in-depth understanding of the Unity Engine and its application in creating games and simulations in various genres - Gain confidence in your design skills and tackle larger and more advanced projects, both in and out of the gaming field - Build three complete games: a 3D arcade game, a first-person adventure, and a custom game of your own - Jump-start your career as a video game designer, whether you want to work at an organization or pursue independent projects #### Additional Information ** No prior training or experience is required. This online certificate course is designed and developed by a Unity Authorized Academic Training Partner with over 20 years of professional experience making games and teaching video game development. #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 8 or later. - Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled - The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ ) - Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) ##### Prerequisites To enroll in this course, you need to have a reasonable familiarity with computers and a background in high school-level mathematics is strongly recommended. No prior game or graphics programming experience are necessary. The Video Game Design and Development course is for you if you seek a professional career as a game developer. It's also well-suited for enthusiastic amateurs and gamers looking to explore this exciting field as a recreational endeavor. #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? You Can: ##### Option 1 Click "Add to Cart" and then update the number of seats you'd like to purchase in yout cart. 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