14 Best Game Mechanics Courses on edX
We compared 14 Game Mechanics courses currently listed on edX, priced from $5.00 to $483.30. 13 of them teach the subject directly and 1 are built around a certification exam. 3 come from a named university or institution, including LaSalle College, HP and Harvard University. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.
- Courses compared
- 14
- Price range
- $5.00 – $483.30
- Providers
- edX
- Last updated
- 30 Aug 2026
How these 14 courses were chosen
Every course below is a real, currently listed course from edX, matched to "game mechanics" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.
There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $5.00 to $483.30, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.
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Introduction to Level Design
Offered by LaSalle College
This course offers an engaging introduction to the art and science of level design, crucial for creating immersive gaming experiences. You'll explore fundamental principles and techniques that guide the development of va...
$417.00listed price -
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Introduction to Game Design
Offered by LaSalle College
In this course, you'll explore the fundamentals of game design, a creative and technical discipline that combines storytelling with interactivity. You'll learn about game mechanics, player psychology, and design principl...
$357.00listed price -
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From Code to Creation: Mastering Game Programming
Offered by HP
From coding dynamic game mechanics and optimizing performance to understanding AI integration and developing interactive experiences, delve into the intricacies of game programming with this comprehensive course from HP....
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edX MOOC / Non-creditCreating Universes: Game Art and Narrative
Offered by HP
Design games that feel meaningful—not just playable. Learn how to engineer player agency, emotional engagement, and decision-making using narrative, visual direction, feedback, and real-time systems. Build tension thro...
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edX MOOC / Non-creditEvolution of Game Design
Offered by LCI Education
In the Evolution of Game Design course, you'll explore the transformation of game design practices over the years. The course examines the essential principles, methodologies, and technologies that have shaped modern gam...
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edX MOOC / Non-creditA Complete Guide to Game Design
Offered by HP
From crafting immersive game worlds and designing captivating gameplay mechanics to mastering storytelling and level creation, explore the intricacies of game design with this comprehensive course from HP. Receive a veri...
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edX MOOC / Non-creditShooters and Game Engines in Level Design
Offered by LCI Education
Shooter games have been and continue to be the dominant genre in video games. Learn about this important genre in game design.
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edX MOOC / Non-creditEvolution of Game Design: 2010 to present
Offered by LCI Education
Discover the gaming landscape's evolution, from the surge in mobile gaming to the exciting future of the industry.
$179.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditThe Basics of Level Design
Offered by LCI Education
Discover how to create captivating video games with not just your visuals and gameplay, but level design as well.
$178.99listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditIntroduction to Game Design: Game Systems and Balance
Offered by LCI Education
Learn the deep mechanics of good system design that is both fun and rewarding for the gamer.
$179.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditIntroduction to Psychological Aspects of Game Design
Offered by LCI Education
Learn the fundamental concepts and practice of game design and the theory connected to it.
$179.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditIntroduction to Game Design: Process and Creation
Offered by LCI Education
Learn the steps involved in the game design process—turning the vision into reality.
$179.00listed price -
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edX MOOC / Non-creditTypes of Games in Level Design
Offered by LCI Education
Explore the many types of video games and their level design considerations.
$179.00listed price -
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CS50's Introduction to 2D Game Development
Offered by Harvard University
Learn about the development of 2D interactive games in this hands-on course, as you explore the design of games such as Super Mario Bros., Pokémon, Angry Birds, and more.
$299.00listed price
Best Game Mechanics Courses on edX compared
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