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Introduction to Game Design

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...
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Introduction to Game Design
Platform: Coursera
Video: 1h 35m
Language: English

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Video Score: 7.8 / 10
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Extra Content Score: 9.8 / 10

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About the course

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.

What can you learn from this course?

What you need to start the course?

There is no prerequisite, anyone can begin this course.. This course is also great for beginners without any Music and Art knowledge.

Who is this course is made for?

This course is suitable for beginners.

Are there coupons or discounts for Introduction to Game Design ? What is the current price?

Access to most course materials is FREE in audit mode on Coursera. If you wish to earn a certificate and access graded assignments, you must purchase the certificate experience during or after your audit.

If the course does not offer the audit option, you can still take a free 7-day trial.

Will I be refunded if I'm not satisfied with the Introduction to Game Design course?

Coursera offers a 7-day free trial for subscribers.

Are there any financial aid for this course?

YES, you can get a scholarship or Financial Aid for Coursera courses. The first step is to fill out an application about your educational background, career goals, and financial circumstances. Learn more about financial aid on Coursera.

Who will teach this course? Can I trust Fran Krause?

Fran Krause has created 2 courses that got 324 reviews which are generally positive. Fran Krause has taught 97,682 students and received a 4.9 average review out of 324 reviews. Depending on the information available, we think that Fran Krause is an instructor that you can trust.
School of Film/Video
California Institute of the Arts
Fran Krause was born in Utica New York. After earning his BFA at the Rhode Island School of Design, he relocated to New York City, where he worked as an animator and story artist on several shows including Blue’s Clues, Superjail, Little Einsteins, and Saturday Night Live. His short film Mister Smile screened at over fifty film festivals and won top prizes at the Ottawa Animation Festival, the Atlanta Film and Video Festival, and the USA Film Festival. He also directed and co-created two pilots for Cartoon Network, Utica Cartoon and Upstate Four. Fran relocated to Los Angeles in 2010 to join the faculty in the Character Animation Department of CalArts. He has since animated for Buck Studios and National TV and worked on storyboards with Cartoon Network for Over the Garden Wall at Cartoon Network. He received his MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts from Goddard College in 2014. Fran is the creator behind the popular
Deep Dark Fears comic series, which has been compiled into a book by Ten Speed Press and released in September 2015. See it here!

8.8

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Popularity

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Material

Platform: Coursera
Video: 1h 35m
Language: English

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