The Game Design program began in 2012. We began teaching Game Design Principles using Gamestarmechanic, an online, very simple application. Then we completed the HTML, CSS, and Javascript classes on CodeAcademy. With Game Design principles and some understanding of coding constructs, we started GameSalad. With the help of a grant from the Wimberley Education Foundation, Wimberley High School was able … Read More
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For those of you unfamiliar with GameSalad, it is a 2D game development program that does not require coding. GameSalad is great for education. They have recently released new product offerings that are designed to assist educators teach project-based learning for STEM related concepts using game design that includes curriculum. These can be used to create gamification titles, video games … Read More
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There are some educational webinars coming up on topics like STEM education, game design, and much more. Find the webinar that is right for you! Autodesk Inventor Basics for AutoCAD Users – Register Now Thursday, April 11 Explore the differences between Inventor and AutoCAD so you can easily transition between them. Introduction to Game Design with GameSalad – Register Now … Read More
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How exciting is a chance to win $25,000! GameSalad and GameSpot have just introduced the Unicorn Apocalypse Mobile Game Contest. Enter for your chance to win $25,000! This contest is big but it ends fast so you’ve got to HURRY, this contest ends March 3rd. Detailed instructions appear below. Students and Teachers can get GameSalad at discounted prices. Please note: … Read More
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There was a comment on our blog recently that asked whether or not it’s possible to use a 3D Design package like the Autodesk Maya 3D Animation software to create 2D Animations. This is entirely possible and the workflow is used widely in 2D video game development. The basic workflow consists of creating your model in your 3D modeling software … Read More
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Dream of collaborating with thousands of Video Game Creators around the world? YOU CAN at Global Game Jam. This year, Global Game Jam 2013, takes place January 25th through January 27th. There are currently, a record breaking, 275 development sites from 58 different countries registered including the prestigious MIT Game Lab, School of Visual Arts in New York, and many … Read More
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Heading back for Spring Semester 2013? Smile because you are in luck! Studica is having its 2013 Back to Class Sale which is offering a slew of student software deals that will save you big in the budget department. Shop deals on products like Adobe Photoshop CS6 Extended, Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suite Ultimate 2013 (Non-Watermarked), Solidworks Student Edition and more. … Read More
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All You Need to Know about GameSalad! GameSalad is a 2D Video Game Development Engine. The GameSalad Creator is a piece of software that you use to develop video games with. It streamlines the game design process by eliminating the need for extensive programming and instead takes a drag & drop approach to game design. So if GameSalad doesn’t utilize … Read More
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