Digital Game Design
Learn real technical skills while doing what you love–playing games! Our classes go beyond gaming to teach you game design from the ground up.
Introduces students to computing and basic game development through fun projects.
Students will use a variety of programs to learn how to use a computer and the basics of game development. Every week they will do a small project that they can complete by the end of class. Coding a small maze game, drawing an environment piece, or even making a song.
Ages: 6 years old to 18+, with lessons tailored to challenge students at their individual skill levels.
Accommodations: Instructors are trained to support all adaptive devices for an inclusive learning experience.
What you’ll learn 
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Art Skill
Building Skill
Design Skills
Dev Skill
Game Skills
Programs
Scratch
Photoshop
Piskel
Master computer skills
Learn how to use a computer and the basics of game development through weekly projects. Create small games, draw environments, and even compose music using programs like Scratch, Piskel, and Photopea.
Importance of Art
Art shapes everything in our modern world, from movies & TV, to architecture and engineering. It all needs art to come to life!
Typing Speed
Learning how to type on a keyboard and fast will help students throughout school and ensure they have no struggles at an early age using a computer.
Problem-Solving
Coding requires lots of problem-solving. Using programs like Scratch will allow them to do some simple logic puzzles that result in working apps!
Tech Requirements
- Any working computer, no specs required
Prerequisites
None
The Best Head Start for your
GameU's programs aim to give children a head start on their future by introducing them to STEAM skills and computer basics.
Computer Basics
$95/Hour
