Game Design

Abstract:Michael Palermo welcomes Laura Gagliano, creator of “Sheep in Space” for Windows Phone as they discuss how Laura built her app using GameMaker: Studio as well as shares her story and experiences building her first game for Windows. Tune in as they chat about some tips and tricks for first…

Abstract:Michael Palermo welcomes  Henry Sterchi and Mike Lescault as they discuss Project Spark. Tune in and check out one of the coolest “game maker” video game platforms available today and learn how you can get involved making, creating and playing your own Project Spark inspired games or…

No code! Yep, no code in today's post. Instead I'm going to highlight a very handy resource, one that anyone building a game will find handy... OpenGameArt.org This is the Open Game Art FAQ. If you've got a question that you think should be here, head over to our Contact form and drop us a line.…

Time to get to some gaming, don't you think? How about some Unity? Windows 8?, Phone Phone 8? Windows Azure Mobile Services? Going beyond "Hello Game World"? Today's post highlights a recent series by Petri Wilhelmsen that does all that and more. If you were to combine these posts into a…

This module describes monetization strategies, gaming analytics, and Store submission. [00:44] - Monetization strategies[12:56] - Store Submission[39:41] - Gaming AnalyticsFull course outline: Mod 01: Planning Your GameMod 02: Game AssetsMod 03: Construct2 by ScirraMod 04: GameMaker by YoYo GamesMod…

This module features a Unity game demo and discusses aspects of the game including developing in 3d, compiled scripts, and exporting to Windows 8. [02:46] - Unity Demo - Let's Create a World![24:33] - Asset StoreFull course outline: Mod 01: Planning Your GameMod 02: Game AssetsMod 03: Construct2 by…

This module covers GameMaker essentials, including assets, objects, rooms, and configuration, and includes tutorials and demos. [01:21] - GameMaker Essentials - Assets[14:46] - GameMaker Essentials - Rooms, Objects, Configuration[36:37] - Tutorials and DemosFull course outline: Mod 01: Planning Your…

This module describes the Construct2 game concept and covers project setup, creating and controlling the hero, spawning enemies, controlling the sizing, collisions, and scoring. [05:01] - Project Setup[11:28] - Creating and controlling the hero[25:50] - Spawning enemies[36:30] - Controlling the…

This module describes the aspects involved in planning your game, including audience and competition analysis and deciding your target platform and architecture. [08:07] - Analysis - Audience & Competition[14:16] - Platforms[31:11] - ArchitectureFull course outline: Mod 01: Planning Your GameMod…

This module describes the types of resources and tools you can use to develop your game, including how to reach your audience and the types of graphics and software available. [00:33] - Audio[07:35] - Images[32:05] - 3D AssetsFull course outline: Mod 01: Planning Your GameMod 02: Game AssetsMod 03:…