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Game Design

Learn the fundamentals of game design creating playable games using Flowlab.

Who is this course for? Students who want to learn how to design, prototype, and build their own video games using a beginner-friendly, browser-based game development platform.

Course Length
  • 1 Unit, with 6 (35-minute) Lessons
Social Emotional Learning Skills
  • Relationship skills
  • Self-awareness
  • Self-management
Required Skills
  • Basic computer skills (navigating a browser, saving files, etc.)
  • Ability to navigate web applications
  • Creativity and willingness to experiment
  • Patience for iterative design and debugging
Materials/Tools Needed
  • A computer (Mac, Windows, or Chromebook) with internet or WiFi.
  • Flowlab account (free version allows up to 3 games and 5 levels per game)
  • Google Slides (for prototyping and moodboards)
  • Canva or Sketch.io (for art and sprite design)
  • Headphones recommended for working with sound and music.
  • Paper and pencils for storyboards or sketching ideas
  • Mouse (recommended for easier sprite creation)
  • Printed color palettes or reference art for inspiration

Table of Contents
  • Overview
  • Units
  • Facilitation Guide
  • Related Courses

Units

  • Unit 1

    Introduction to Flowlab

    Students will learn game design fundamentals and principals by developing a 2D platform game using Flowlab.

    By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

    • Learn about game design fundamentals and what makes games fun
    • Create a Flowlab account and complete the Flowlab tutorial
    • Make sprites and a moveable player character
    • Brainstormed ideas for a 2D platformer

Facilitation Guide

Game Design Facilitation Guide

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Home » Courses » Introduction to Flowlab

Unit 1

Introduction to Flowlab

Students will learn game design fundamentals and principals by developing a 2D platform game using Flowlab.

By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

  • Learn about game design fundamentals and what makes games fun
  • Create a Flowlab account and complete the Flowlab tutorial
  • Make sprites and a moveable player character
  • Brainstormed ideas for a 2D platformer

Downloads

Facilitation Guide

Game Design Facilitation Guide

Units

Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3 Lesson 4 Lesson 5 Lesson 6

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