CP2412 - Game Design and Technologies

In this subject students will examine the link between experience of immersive play and the process of conceiving, designing and implementing a computer game. Areas covered include the principles behind the rules and play of games, player centred design methods and processes and skills in using game development environments.

Learning Outcomes

• apply principles of player centred design;
• use typical game engines for game design and re-design;
• explore how games function to create play experiences and social interactions;
• design rules, play mechanics, balance games and integrate different modalities effectively.

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (35%) - Individual
• Written > Essay (including multi-draft) 1 - (25%) - Individual
• Written > Journal - (10%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Prototype - (30%) - Group.

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