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Game Design Courses

Game design courses can help you learn level design, character development, storytelling techniques, and game mechanics. You can build skills in prototyping, user testing, and balancing gameplay to enhance player experience. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, that support creating interactive environments and implementing game logic. Additionally, you might explore programming languages such as C or C++ to bring your ideas to life, along with graphic design software for creating compelling visuals.


Popular Game Design Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: API Design, Restful API, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Application Lifecycle Management, Software Documentation, Cloud Deployment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Sketch and Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Persona (User Experience), User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability, User Research, Design Research, Prototyping, Miro AI, User Flows, Mockups, Ideation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    3DS Max Character Outfit Design: Build, Refine & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process dalam bahasa Indonesia

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Google App Engine, Microservices, CI/CD, Service Level Agreement, API Design, Google Cloud Platform, Service Level, Network Architecture, Kubernetes, Restful API, Cloud Computing Architecture, DevOps, Cloud Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Security, Systems Design, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Scalability

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    Skillshare

    Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.2: Layout & Components

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Prototyping, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Layout Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Version Control

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Verbal Communication Skills, Needs Assessment, Empathy, Customer Analysis

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    Skillshare

    Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Intellectual Property, Graphic Design, Strategic Thinking, Legal Risk, Typography, Design, Creativity, Case Studies

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    Skillshare

    Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.3: Prototypes & Handoff

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Animations, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, UI Components, Interaction Design, Mockups, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Collaborative Software

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    Google Cloud

    Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process em Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Application Deployment, Microservices, Cloud Computing Architecture, DevOps, Service Level Agreement, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Restful API, Cloud Storage, Service Design, Network Architecture, API Design, System Design and Implementation, Virtual Networking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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    Coursera

    Event Video & Social Media Experience Design in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Event Marketing, Event Management, Social Media Content, Promotional Strategies, Content Creation, Drive Engagement, Social Media Campaigns, Branding, Video Production, Storytelling, Promotional Materials, Animations, Timelines

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Hands-on DApp Design and Development Using Web3 Tools

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Blockchain, Web Development Tools, React Redux, User Experience Design, Application Design, Application Security, Application Development, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Frontend Integration

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 4: Design Thinking en la implementación y cultura

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Thought Leadership, Overcoming Obstacles, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

  • API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform: Google Cloud
  • Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Sketch and Miro: Coursera
  • 3DS Max Character Outfit Design: Build, Refine & Apply: EDUCBA
  • Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process dalam bahasa Indonesia: Google Cloud
  • Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.2: Layout & Components: Skillshare
  • Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas: IESE Business School
  • Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted: Skillshare
  • Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.3: Prototypes & Handoff: Skillshare
  • Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • Event Video & Social Media Experience Design in Canva: Coursera

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