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    Game development courses can help you learn how to design, build, and program games using engines like Unity or Unreal, along with coding, storytelling, and visual design.

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    Find the Best Game Development Course for Your Goals

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Promptly for Beginners: Build a Generative AI App

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Automation, Application Deployment, Content Development and Management, Content Creation, Usability, User Feedback

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Test Case, Version Control, Code Review, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Software Documentation, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Development Environment, Technical Documentation, Computer Programming, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Geospatial Technology for Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Construction, Construction Management, Architecture and Construction, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, GIS Software, As-Built Drawings, Survey Creation, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Data Import/Export

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Leadership and Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Global Marketing, Governance, International Finance, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      141 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Risk Management and Financial Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Credit Risk, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Proposal Development, Risk Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Y

      Yonsei University

      International Marketing & Cross Industry Growth Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Innovation, Promotional Strategies, Market Share, Global Marketing, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies, New Product Development, Product Improvement, Benchmarking, Product Strategy, Brand Strategy, Growth Strategies, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Governance, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Prioritization, Economic Development, Decision Making, Public Policies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep (NCA-GENL): NVIDIA-Certified Generative AI LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Scatter Plots, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Nursing Homes, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Safety and Security, Community Health, Geriatrics, Mental Health, Risk Management, Education and Training, Interpersonal Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Backend Development and API Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, Authentications, Development Environment, Cloud API, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), User Accounts, Middleware, JavaScript Frameworks, User Requirements Documents, Authorization (Computing), User Story, Software Development Tools, Encryption, Data Validation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      iOS App Store & In-App Purchases

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Transaction Processing, Software As A Service, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Payment Systems, User Experience

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      A Circular Economy of Metals: Towards a Sustainable Societal Metabolism

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Sustainability Reporting, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Product Lifecycle Management, Supply And Demand, Material Handling, Product Design, Consumer Behaviour, Forecasting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game development courses

    • Promptly for Beginners: Build a Generative AI App: Coursera Project Network
    • Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
    • Geospatial Technology for Construction : L&T EduTech
    • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Risk Management and Financial Theory: Duke University
    • International Marketing & Cross Industry Growth Capstone Project : Yonsei University
    • Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Exam Prep (NCA-GENL): NVIDIA-Certified Generative AI LLMs: Whizlabs
    • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
    • Backend Development and API Creation: Packt

    Why Learn Game Development?

    Game development brings together programming, art, storytelling, and user experience to create interactive entertainment. It covers everything from game mechanics and level design to animation and sound. Learning game development can help you turn creative ideas into playable experiences and pursue opportunities in a growing industry that spans entertainment, education, and simulation.

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Game Development

    Top courses include C# Programming for Unity Game Development from the University of Colorado and Game Design and Development with Unity from Michigan State University. These courses cover game mechanics, coding, design principles, and how to bring your ideas to life using popular game engines like Unity.‎

    Yes. Many game development courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to create game concepts, design levels, write scripts, and bring games to life with tools like Unity and C#. Topics may include physics and animation, user experience, monetization strategies, and the entire game development pipeline.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses introduce coding fundamentals alongside game design concepts. However, some familiarity with programming or computer science can help you progress more quickly.‎

    Yes. Game development is a growing industry with roles for developers, designers, artists, and project managers. Coursera courses can help you build a portfolio, learn essential tools, and earn certificates that demonstrate your readiness for jobs in game development.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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