an introductory lesson to game making
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This is a game making presentation I was conducting for teens during their vacation break in Singapore.TRANSCRIPT
Introduction to Game Maker
What is a game?
- A computer game is a software program in which one or more players make decisions through the control of game objects and resources, in pursuit of a goal.
Genre of GameArcadePuzzleRPGStrategyManagementAdventureFirst-person shootersThird-person shootersSport gameRacing gameSimulators
Types of Games
Story-DrivenOpen SandboxEducational
The Gaming Industry
- Game Programmer- Game designer- Level Designer- Game Producer- Game Artist- Game Tester- Game Master- and many other positions that helps to promote the game like Marketing, Retailers and Advertising
First Assignment- Write your first draft of a simple game design document.
For example:
Useful Tips
- PLAY GAMES EVERYDAY!!! Have a healthy gaming lifestyle!
- Practice Drawings Everyday!
- Have your own personal portfolio website to advertise yourself in the gaming industry!
