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Brief Introduction

Explore the thriving independent video games industry, and develop the skills to kickstart your career in the sector.

Course Summary

This course is an introduction to indie game development for aspiring game developers. Learn the basics of game design, development, and marketing for indie games.

Key Learning Points

Understand the basics of game design and development
Learn about the different game engines available for indie game development
Explore the various marketing strategies for indie games

Learning Outcomes

Create a basic game prototype
Understand the game development process
Develop marketing strategies for indie games

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic computer skills
Some programming experience is helpful

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online
Self-paced

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Notable People in This Field

Dan Adelman
Rami Ismail

Related Books

Requirements

This course is designed for anyone interested in learning more about the independent games industry, whether you’re a gamer, or someone looking for a career in the sector. You might also be interested in the other courses in the from UAL Creative Computing Institute, Lancaster University and the Institute of Coding.

Outline

Exploring indie games and the industry Welcome to the course Games studios and independent design Why do independent games matter? End of the week Developing the skills and knowledge for a future in games Welcome back Indie games and pitching ideas Understanding roles and skills Facing the future and new ideas: How might the industry evolve? Next steps

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to design, develop, and market your own indie games with the Introduction to Indie Games course. Users have found the course to be engaging and informative, with a hands-on approach to learning. However, some have mentioned that the course can be slow-paced and lacking in depth at times.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Hands-on approach to learning

Pros from User Reviews

Engaging course material
Practical exercises to reinforce learning
Great for beginners in game development

Cons from User Reviews

Lacks depth in some areas
Slow-paced at times
Limited interaction with instructors or peers

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