Stemming from the principles of storytelling and design established in CalArts’ renowned Animation programs, this Specialization lays a primary foundation for experimentation and exploration of video game design, story, character development, and winning gameplay before programming begins. These four courses emphasize the self-reliance and personal expression of the gaming artist, and encourage you to take conceptual risks and develop new modes of expression and form through gaming. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll put your creative skills to work by generating an engaging game design document for a personal game project, outlining the conceptual, narrative and aesthetic elements of your game.
How the 전문분야 Works
강좌 수강
Coursera 전문 분야는 기술을 완벽하게 습득하는 데 도움이 되는 일련의 강좌입니다. 시작하려면 전문 분야에 직접 등록하거나 강좌를 둘러보고 원하는 강좌를 선택하세요. 하나의 전문 분야에 속하는 강좌에 등록하면 해당 전문 분야 전체에 자동으로 등록됩니다. 단 하나의 강좌만 수료해도 됩니다. — 학습을 일시 중지하거나 언제든 구독을 종료할 수 있습니다. 학습자 대시보드를 방문하여 강좌 등록 상태와 진도를 추적해 보세요.
실습 프로젝트
모든 전문 분야에는 실습 프로젝트가 포함되어 있습니다. 전문 분야를 완료하고 수료증을 받으려면 프로젝트를 성공적으로 마쳐야 합니다. 전문 분야에 별도의 실습 프로젝트 강좌가 포함되어 있는 경우 각 강좌를 완료해야 프로젝트를 시작할 수 있습니다.
수료증 취득
모든 강좌를 마치고 실습 프로젝트를 완료하면 취업할 때나 전문가 네트워크에 진입할 때 제시할 수 있는 수료증을 취득할 수 있습니다.
이 전문분야에는 5개의 강좌가 있습니다.
강좌1
Introduction to Game Design
4.7
1,416개의 평가
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.
강좌2
Story and Narrative Development for Video Games
4.7
669개의 평가
In this course, you will examine how storytelling acts as a vital mechanism for driving video gameplay forward. Looking at several historical and contemporary games, you will be asked to evaluate and interpret different story styles with the goal of identifying themes and procedures for your own game ideas. We'll examine traditional narrative story processes, such as three-act structure, and how they fit into game story flows and the strategic elements of gameplay. Ultimately, you will learn how to define character, setting, and structure to create a compelling game concept.
강좌3
World Design for Video Games
4.4
506개의 평가
Start creating your world. A game world is not just a backdrop for your game—be it minimal or detailed, contained or part of a much bigger universe, it provides the context for your player. Ultimately, a game world should feel alive and wholly unique to any player who will experience it.
In this course, we will explore game worlds in existing games and study the art and influences that inform their themes and styles. We will also investigate key components of environment and level design as well as strategies designers use to define gameplay or advance it. We’ll also look at navigation and the elements that make your world as real (or unreal) as you want it to be. A weekly challenge will prompt you to explore styles and inspirations for possible game worlds, and you’ll learn effective ways to communicate your ideas from concepts to presentation-worthy proofs of concept.
강좌4
Character Design for Video Games
4.6
583개의 평가
In this course you will explore concepts and approaches involved in creating successful character designs that can be applied to video games. Following a first week delving into some foundational concepts for successful character design, each of the remaining three weeks are structured as a master class where you will observe three professional character designers at work in the studio: Andy Ristaino (Adventure Time), Jacky Ke Jiang (Journey), and Robertryan Cory (SpongeBob SquarePants). Each designer will take on two different design challenges on the fly and address the various issues in designing characters for games, such as movement, expression, and technical limitations. At the end of each week you will have an opportunity to try out some of the concepts from that week's lesson on characters of your own design.
This is a fun and engaging class especially useful for students interested in animation in film and TV as well as games, and is suitable for students of any drawing ability.
강좌5
Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts
4.5
91개의 평가
The Capstone project is a place for you to develop your game idea into a fully-fleshed proposal. A game design document is your game bible, the go-to document that defines the genre of your game, its look and feel, and the evolution of gameplay. This four-part capstone project guides you to distill and improve the foundational aspects of your game so that you may express your ideas in a clear and productive way.
Note: Only learners who have earned a certificate in the four previous courses in the Specialization are eligible to take the Capstone.
강사
Fran Krause
Faculty, Character AnimationSchool of Film/Video
Dariush Derakhshani
Faculty, Character AnimationSchool of Film/Video
Théotime Vaillant
Instructor, Experimental AnimationSchool of Film/Video
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CalArts has earned an international reputation as the leading college of the visual and performing arts in the United States. Offering rigorous undergraduate and graduate degree programs through six schools—Art, Critical Studies, Dance, Film/Video, Music, and Theater—CalArts has championed creative excellence, critical reflection, and the development of new forms and expressions.
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How long does it take to complete the Game Design: Art and Concepts Specialization?
Time to completion can vary based on your schedule, but most learners are able to complete the Specialization in 6 months.
얼마나 자주 전문 분야의 강좌가 제공되나요?
Each course in the Specialization is offered on a regular schedule, with sessions starting about once per month. If you don't complete a course on the first try, you can easily transfer to the next session, and your completed work and grades will carry over.
What background knowledge is necessary?
None! This Specialization is appropriate for anyone interested in learning more about video game design, character creation, and storytelling.
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
We recommend taking the courses in the order presented, as each subsequent course will build on material from previous courses.
Will I earn university credit for completing the Game Design: Art and Concepts Specialization?
Coursera courses and certificates don't carry university credit, though some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
What will I be able to do upon completing the Game Design: Art and Concepts Specialization?
You’ll be able to recognize and articulate foundational game principles; organize, present, and envision story concepts in outline pitches and storyboards; and create character designs. You’ll be equipped to conceptualize, develop, and present thriving worlds for proposed game titles through presentation art and written synopses or pitches.
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