GAD 101 - Introduction to Game Design

    Recent Professors
    HWright@riohondo.edu, dcheng@riohondo.edu, HOishi@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the theory and process of designing games. Students critically explore the historical, cultural, economic, and social aspects of the concepts and techniques used in the design of games; discover what the components of games are, including what parts of games are influenced by their design.; and learn several ways to approach the design of a game, including processes and best practices for prototyping, play testing, and balancing a game after it has been designed.
    Usually Held
    Fri 11:00am–1:05pm, Mon 12:45pm–1:35pm, Sat 1:15pm–4:25pm, Sat 11:00am–1:05pm