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Game Development | CS50's Introduction to Game Development

Colton Ogden

Dive into the fundamentals of game design and development with CS50's comprehensive course. Learn 2D/3D graphics, animation, sound, and more.

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Introduction

This course picks up where CS50x leaves off, focusing on the development of 2D and 3D interactive games. Students explore the design of such childhood games as Super Mario Bros., Legend of Zelda, and Portal in a quest to understand how video games themselves are implemented.

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Highlights

  • Covers principles of 2D and 3D graphics, animation, sound, and collision detection
  • Hands-on projects using frameworks like Unity and LÖVE 2D, as well as languages like Lua and C#
  • Programming several of your own games
  • Gaining a thorough understanding of the basics of game design and development

Recommendation

This course is recommended for anyone with prior experience in any programming language, especially those interested in game development and design. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of game development, making it a great starting point for aspiring game developers.

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