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Computer Games

Course code

IFI6099.DT

old course code

IFI6099

Course title in Estonian

Arvutimängud

Course title in English

Computer Games

ECTS credits

4.0

Assessment form

Examination

lecturer of 2023/2024 Spring semester

Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.

lecturer of 2024/2025 Autumn semester

Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.

Course aims

The goal of this course is to provide an overall understanding of game research and theory, design and implementation.

Brief description of the course

Game definition and elements. Game classification and genres. The process of game design and roles. Game idea and concept. Player types and target groups. Gameplay. Core mechanics. Interactive storytelling and world. Game characters and UI. Paper and digital prototypes. Game specification.
The main focus is on game design. Students form teams and design games from idea to digital prototype. Theoretical aspects are integrated with practical assignments.

Learning outcomes in the course

Upon completing the course the student:
- has general overview about the aspects of computer games and have knowledge and skills in the field of design of computer games.

Teacher

Mikhail Fiadotau

Study programmes containing that course