Introduction to Video Game Design

Catalog description

An introduction to the main elements of video game design (including setting, story, goals, narrative, mechanics, and level design) and the structure and responsibilities of a game development team. The emphasis will be on game designs that could be implemented by a small team within one year. Students will design a game and create a design document. Does not count towards a Computer Science major. Prerequisite: 30 hours; and eligible for Writing II; and permission of instructor.