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Design and Launch Playable Video Games

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Built from the Wiley title of the same name — professionally edited, technically reviewed, and already relied on by people doing this work.

Source ISBN 9781394308187

How it was built

Sejal Learning Systems rebuilt the book as a course: objectives first, then short video, worked examples, and practice with real feedback. It runs on Coursera at your own pace, with a certificate on completion.

Design and Launch Playable Video Games is a self-paced online course built from the Wiley title of the same name.

What this course covers

Introduction
Part 1: Getting Started with Game Design
Chapter 1: Introducing the Art of Game Design
Chapter 2: Knowing Why Game Design Matters
Chapter 3: Overviewing the Game Design Process
Chapter 4: Becoming a Game Designer
Part 2: Exploring Game Design Elements
Chapter 5: Game Design Tools and Software
Chapter 6: Getting Into Game Mechanics
Chapter 7: Understanding Game Systems
Chapter 8: Incorporating Story in Games
Chapter 9: Developing an Art Style in Games
Chapter 10: Creating an Engaging User Experience
Part 3: Balancing Your Game
Chapter 11: What Game Balance Is
Chapter 12: Analyzing Feedback and Making Adjustments
Part 4: Designing Your Own Game
Chapter 13: Building Your Game Concept
Chapter 14: Following a Step-by-Step Game Design Process
Chapter 15: Finishing Your Game
Part 5: Publishing and Marketing Your Game
Chapter 16: Getting Your Game Noticed
Chapter 17: Publishing Your Game
Part 6: The Part of Tens
Chapter 18: Ten Game Designers You Should Know
Chapter 19: Ten Free Resources for Game Designers
Glossary