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About the Course

Welcome! This course is an introduction to the primary concepts of gaming, and an exploration of how these basic concepts affect the way gamers interact with our games. In this course you will understand what defines a “game” and the mechanics and rules behind different types of games. Through four linked assignments you'll learn ways to create and describe a game concept, and specifically what makes a compelling game. This course focuses on the conceptual underpinnings of games, and all assignments can be completed with a pencil and paper – no previous programming knowledge is required....

Top reviews

DA

Oct 8, 2017

Excellent course.Fran is such a good teacher. He addressed all my previous concerns regarding game design and explained the fundamental features in easy to approach and direct ways.

TN

Apr 12, 2020

I really loved doing this course. Learnt how to make a simple game and make it really interesting! I loved how the easily the instructor was able to teach us and make us curious throughout the course.

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By Keone M

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Feb 9, 2016

Enjoyable but limited content

By Andra D

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Sep 13, 2025

The lecturer rambles, sometimes almost incoherently. He conveys simple concepts over the course of several videos which could be conveyed elegantly and concisely in a few paragraphs. He’s either reaching or he just hadn’t truly prepared for his lectures in advance. Getting through his lectures is painful. This is CalArts. I expected a much higher caliber of teaching.

By Anton B

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Mar 21, 2016

Primitive and useless