Understand how games are actually made, from idea and engine choice to a first playable concept.
Created by Rainbow View Academy
8h 30m18 lessonsNot yet rated1 students
Course overview
This course gives complete beginners an honest map of the game industry. You look at how studios and solo developers plan a game, what game engines do, how design documents guide production, and where 3D content fits into a modern pipeline. You finish by shaping a small game concept of your own and understanding which career path suits you.
What you will learn
Explain how a game moves from concept to release
Compare popular game engines and choose one for your goals
Write a simple game design brief
Describe the main roles in a game development team
Requirements
• No prior experience is required
• A PC or laptop able to run the software used in this course
• A stable internet connection
Who this course is for
Complete beginners curious about making games
Students choosing a technology career direction
Creatives who want to move from playing games to building them
Curriculum
6 modules · 18 lessons · 8h 30m
Practical project
Your first game concept document
Turn an idea into a short, structured game concept document a small team could actually start from.
Project objectives
• Define the core gameplay loop
• Choose a suitable engine and justify the choice
• Outline the art and audio direction
What you need
• A word processor or document editor
• Reference images from published games
Expected output
A 2–4 page game concept document with a clear core loop, target player, and production notes.
How it is assessed
• The core gameplay loop is clearly described
• The engine choice is justified against the concept
• The scope is realistic for a small team
• Work is submitted in the requested format before the deadline
Upload your project files and a short written summary of your process through the course project submission area. Submission review opens when the assessment system is released.
Your instructor
Rainbow View Academy
Academy Instruction Team
Course instruction is delivered by the Rainbow View Academy team. Individual instructor profiles will be added as the faculty grows.
