Level Up! The Guide to Great Video Game Design

About this course

This specialization provides a comprehensive journey through video game design, starting from foundational concepts to advanced mechanics and monetization strategies. Learners begin by exploring core principles such as idea generation, storytelling, and design documentation, establishing the conceptual framework essential for effective game development. The second course transitions into gameplay mechanics and interactive systems, covering character design, camera and control systems, user interfaces, level creation, and combat elements. Learners gain practical skills in structuring and refining engaging game experiences, ensuring each element contributes to cohesive play. The final course focuses on advanced design topics, including platform considerations, multiplayer integration, emerging technologies like VR and AR, marketing, monetization strategies, and audio-visual enhancements. The sequence ensures a structured progression from concept to fully realized game experiences, reflecting the original book's holistic approach. From Level Up! The Guide to Great Video Game Design Copyright © 2025 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. All rights, including for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies, are reserved. Illustrations in this course are copyright © 2025 Scott Rogers. Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc. This Specialization is based on the book, Level Up! The Guide to Great Video Game Design, by Scott Rogers.