Free Online Game Design Courses & MOOCs

Skillshare

Unity Game Development For Beginners (Skillshare)

CS: Programming

Embark on a journey into the world of game development with our comprehensive 'Unity Game Development for Beginners' course. Perfect for those new to gaming and programming, this course will guide you through creating your first PC game using Unity, the powerful free game engine. Dive into basic principles and start building a fully functional Noughts and Crosses game in under an hour.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Programming Game Design Video Games

Skillshare

How to get started in game development - Beginners guide to game development, art, & design (Skillshare)

CS: Design & Product

Embark on a journey into the world of game development with our comprehensive beginners' guide. Whether you're new to gaming or looking to create your first project, this course breaks down the essentials of video game creation without requiring advanced art or programming skills. Learn how to harness available tools and resources to bring your unique game ideas to life.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Game Design Video Games Game Development

Skillshare

How to Make a VR YouTube Video (Skillshare)

Film & Audio

Discover the secrets behind creating captivating Virtual Reality (VR) content for YouTube with our beginner-friendly course. Whether you're new to VR or looking to enhance your existing skills, we'll walk you through the basics of Unity 3D and Adobe Premiere, equipping you with everything needed to produce outstanding VR videos that will captivate your audience and boost your channel's views and engagement.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Game Design Video Editing Film Production

Skillshare

Learn Three.js while building a 3D game with physics (Skillshare)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Design & Product

Discover how to build an engaging 3D game from scratch, complete with realistic physics interactions. This beginner-friendly course will guide you through setting up a scene, adding lights, cameras, animations, event handlers, and integrating advanced physics with Cannon.js—all using the powerful Three.js library.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Javascript 3D Graphics Game Design

Skillshare

Python Game Development: Space Shooter (Skillshare)

CS: Programming

Dive into Python programming and unleash your creativity by building a captivating Space Shooter game from scratch. In this beginner-friendly course, you'll learn the fundamentals of Python while developing a fun and interactive game using PixelPAD, a web-based IDE. No prior gaming or programming experience is required – just bring your enthusiasm for learning!

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Programming Python Game Design

Skillshare

Learn How To Make Games: Videogame Development in Unity (Skillshare)

CS: Design & Product

Discover how to create your own video games with our beginner-friendly course on Unity Game Engine. Whether you're a hobbyist or aspiring professional, this course will guide you through the basics of game development, equipping you with the skills needed to design, build and publish your own games.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Games Game Design Video Games

EdX

The University of British Columbia,UBCx

Video Game Writing Essentials (edX)

Marketing & Communication

Dive into the world of video game writing with our essential course designed for aspiring and professional writers alike. Discover the unique challenges and opportunities in creating stories for interactive media, where player engagement and narrative design intersect. Our expert-led sessions will guide you through the development process, storytelling techniques specific to games, and how to weave immersive narratives that captivate players.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Games Game Design Video Games

Introduction to Game Design: Process and Creation (edX)

EdX

LaSalle College,LaSalleX

Introduction to Game Design: Process and Creation (edX)

Computer Science

Dive into the world of game design with our beginner-friendly course. Explore the essential steps involved in creating engaging games, from conceptualizing ideas to crafting compelling experiences for players. Whether you're an aspiring game developer or just passionate about gaming, this course will equip you with the knowledge needed to embark on your own game design journey.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Game Design Game Development Introduction to Game Design XSeries

Introduction to Psychological Aspects of Game Design (edX)

EdX

LaSalle College,LaSalleX

Introduction to Psychological Aspects of Game Design (edX)

Computer Science

Embark on a journey from gamer to game designer with this introductory course. Discover the psychological aspects that drive game design, enhance your understanding of player engagement, and learn how to craft compelling gaming experiences.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Psychology Behavioral Psychology Game Mechanics