Create a Functional Game

Introduction

In this module, you will review the design process, explore additional game design terminology, review different game styles, and hear from industry professionals in the field. Additionally, you will engage in an ethics discussion and create your own functional game, reflecting on the knowledge gained throughout the module and incorporating your personal gaming experiences and preferences. Get ready to unleash your creativity and explore the exciting world of game design!

Module Lessons Preview

In this module, we will study the following topics:

Introduction and Vocabulary Acquisition: In this lesson, students will be reminded of the design process, introduced to additional game design terminology, review game styles, and have an opportunity to learn from industry professionals in game design.

Positive and Negative Effects of Gaming: Students will learn about the positive and negative effects of game design and gaming.

Creating a Functional Game: In this lesson, students will learn about the final steps required to create an actual game.

Key Terms

Take a moment to write down these key terms and their definitions in your notes. You will be using these terms a lot in this module, so make sure you keep your notes somewhere so that you can easily find them if you need to review them.

Game mechanics: The rules and systems that govern how a game is played, including how players interact with the game world and each other.
Scripting languages: A type of programming language used to control the behavior and actions of game elements, including characters, game mechanics, and the game environment. Scripting languages are used to create interactivity and add complexity to game design. Examples of scripting languages used in game development include Lua, Python, and JavaScript.
User interface (UI): The graphical elements and controls that allow players to interact with the game. This includes elements such as menus, buttons, and other on-screen displays that give the player information and control over the game.

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