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edXEvolution of Game Design
64 studentsBEGINNEREnglish
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Games evolved from pastimes into one of culture's most influential mediums. This course traces that trajectory—from board games through console eras to modern VR—and teaches you to analyze games themselves. You'll deconstruct the design, features, and core mechanics of iconic systems, then situate them in gaming history's pivotal moments. Whether you're pursuing game design, studying media, or simply curious how gaming shaped today's entertainment landscape, you'll develop both the historical literacy and analytical toolkit to engage with games critically.
About this course
Discover how games evolved from board games to virtual reality, reshaping the game industry. ,Learn to distinguish the design, features, and applications of video game consoles like Sony and Nintendo, each developed in distinct eras. ,Master the skills to research, analyze, and deconstruct games into their fundamental components, systems, and dynamics at an introductory level. ,Uncover the major events that shaped gaming history, from the inception of personal computers to the emergence of consoles and microconsoles, and the evolution of gameplay.
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