SCHEDULE


IMPORTANT NOTE:The COMP480/490 schedule might change during the quarter! Watch this space frequently for any changes (or any updates) during the quarter).
Week 1
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M1
- Overview of the Seminar.
- Introduction to Game Design & Development.
SUGGESTIONS
- Get familiar with the class syllabus.
W1
-The Structure of Games.
Class Exercise #1 PLAY SPROUTS→ 		[~5 pages]
- "What is a Puzzle" from Game Design Workshop by Tracy Fullerton
F1
- Game Genres and their design principles.
Seminar Project Overview and groups creation. 		[< 5 mins.]
- Super Mario Bros: Core Game Loops and Reward Structures.
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #1
DUE IN KIT
- Class Exercise #1 [by Fri @ 11:59 p.m.]
Week 2
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M2
- Exploration of Popular Game Engines.
Seminar Project Discuss Game Concepts & Tools.
SEMINAR PROJECT HUB→ 		[< 1 hr.]
- Exploring Game Engines
SUGGESTIONS
- Start with Godot review and tutorials in the GODOT PRACTICE HUB→
If using a different engine, come up with a tutorial.
W2
- Game Design Document (GDD): Overview.
GDD→
Group Presentation Topics for Student Presentation
Seminar Project WEEK 2 TASKS→ 		[~15 pages]
- Read the GDD for two popular games: Diablo and Grand Theft Auto (GTA).
SUGGESTIONS
- Meet with your group to discuss game ideas for your project.
F2
- Gameplay & Storytelling in Games.
Class Exercise #2 PREMISE OF "LAST LIGHT"→
Seminar Project Continue developing your game idea and following WEEK 2 TASKS→
DUE IN KIT
- Bi-Weekly Reflection #1 [by Sun @ 11:59 p.m.]
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #2
Week 3
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M3
- Systems: Rewards, Feedback, Progression.
Seminar Project WEEK 3 TASKS→
 [~2 pages]
- Analyzing the System Dynamics of the Game "Set" from Game Design Workshop by Tracy Fullerton
W3
- Work Day
Seminar Project WEEK 3 TASKS→
F3
- User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) in Games.
Seminar Project WEEK 3 TASKS→
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #3
Week 4
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M4
- Work Day
Seminar Project WEEK 4 TASKS→
Group Presentation Check-in!
W4
- Games: Challenge • Play • Players
Seminar Project WEEK 4 TASKS→
 [~3 pages]
- "Persuasive Games" from Game Design Workshop by Tracy Fullerton
DUE IN KIT
- Link to repository with your GDD ready to review.
F4
Presentation Business Models and Monetization in Games by C.T.C. (Group #1)
- Presentation Evaluation: TBD 		[?? slides]
- Link to Presentation Slides (TBD)
DUE IN KIT
- Bi-Weekly Reflection #2 [by Sun @ 11:59 p.m.]
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #4
Week 5
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M5
- Work Day
Seminar Project Check-in! and WEEK 5 TASKS→
Group Presentation Check-in!
W5
Presentation The Law and Ethical Issues in Video Games by Computer Business (Group #4)
- Presentation Evaluation: TBD 		[?? slides]
- Link to Presentation Slides (TBD)
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #5

Mid-Term Break

Friday of 5th Week: No Class. Enjoy the break!
Week 6
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M6
- Work Day
Seminar Project Check-in! and WEEK 6 TASKS→
Group Presentation Check-in!
W6
Seminar Project Show & Tell
F6
Presentation Accessibility in Game Design by C.B.K. (Group #2)
- Presentation Evaluation: TBD 		[?? slides]
- Link to Presentation Slides
DUE IN KIT
- Bi-Weekly Reflection #3 [by Sun @ 11:59 p.m.]
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #6
Week 7
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M7
- Work Day
Seminar Project Check-in! and WEEK 7 TASKS→
Group Presentation Check-in!
W7
- Work Day
Seminar Project WEEK 7 TASKS→
DUE IN KIT
- Game Developed by following a tutorial.
F7
Presentation Gaming Culture, Psychology of Games and Player Motivation by BLAN.d (Group #3)
- Presentation Evaluation: TBD 		[?? slides]
- Link to Presentation Slides
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #7
Week 8
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M8
- Prototyping
W8
- Work Day
Seminar Project Check-in! and WEEK 8 TASKS→
F8
Testing & Deployment of Video Games
DUE IN KIT
- Bi-Weekly Reflection #4 [by Sun @ 11:59 p.m.]
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #8
Week 9
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M9
- Work Day
Seminar Project WEEK 9 TASKS→
Seminar Project Playtesting aspects of your game.
W9
- Work Day
Seminar Project WEEK 9 TASKS→
Seminar Project More testing & deployment practice.
F9
- Emerging Technologies in Game Development
DUE IN KIT
- "Official" Cover Image of your game [by Sun @ 11:59 p.m.]
DUE IN CLASS
- Discussion Question #9
Week 10
Class Topic/Activity Reading/Videos Due
M10
- Seminar Wrap-up! and Course Evals.
Seminar Project GAME PLAY→
SUGGESTIONS
- Games from previous seminars can be access here: LEGACY GAMES→
DUE IN KIT
- Link(s) to yor runnable game builds. [by Tue @ 11:59 p.m.]

NOTE: You can submit a link to a folder where those files are stored (each file should have the name of your game plus the operating system) or a separate link for each version.

W10
Game Playing Day
- Group #TBD: TBD
- Group #TBD: TBD
F10
Game Playing Day
- Group #TBD: TBD
- Group #TBD: TBD
DUE IN KIT
- Bi-Weekly Reflection #5 [by Sun @ 11:59 p.m.]
Finals Week
No Final Exam - Happy Winter Break!