Introduction to Games Production

Overview

• To give students an overview of key concepts and production techniques in game development • To provide an introduction to the production of digital games using popular production management tools, file repositories, game engines, level editors and bug tracking packages • To provide insight into the practical processes involved in game development

Unit learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge in the practical production of digital games
2. Integrate and apply knowledge of a variety of game development tools to individual exercises and group projects
3. Apply knowledge from specific production methodologies such as Agile development
4. Apply knowledge of games industry processes and software tools in production of a game development project
5. Demonstrate a capacity to individually manage production deadlines and understand their role in a professional context

Teaching methods

Hawthorn

Assessment

Content

• Production management tools and methodologies
• Establishing and managing file and code repositories
• Introduction to popular game engines and level editing software
• Constructing complex game events with visual scripting tools
• Level design and construction using spatial narrative principles
• Dynamic and baked lighting, particle effects and sound design
• Usability testing, quality assurance and bug tracking processes