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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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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      المعادلات في مايكروسوفت إكسل الجزء ٢| Formulas in MS Excel 2

      Skills you'll gain: Loans, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Business Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Accounting and Finance Software, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Codio

      Object-Oriented Java: Inheritance and Encapsulation

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Computer Programming, Data Validation, Maintainability

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Rice University

      Principles of Economics: Microeconomics - Down to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economics, Game Theory, Supply And Demand, Cost Accounting, Public Policies, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Budgeting, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Product and Service Development: Empathy Mapping with Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, New Product Development, Persona Development, Customer Insights, Product Strategy, Product Development, Design Thinking, User Research, Business Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Packt

      Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Dungeon Design Mastery and Advanced Unreal Engine Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Interactive Design, Animations, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles, Performance Tuning

      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Scrum Master Certification Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Product Development, Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Solution Delivery, Application Deployment, Meeting Facilitation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Identidad digital: ¿Cómo tener visibilidad académica?

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Personally Identifiable Information, Science and Research, User Accounts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Higher Education, Information Privacy, Data Validation, Digital Communications, Data Entry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Introduction to Java and Programming Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, Java, Development Environment, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Account Executives

      Skills you'll gain: Account Management, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, Sales Enablement, Proposal Development, Sales Management, Market Analysis, Market Trend, Client Services, Workflow Management, Prompt Engineering, Innovation, Business Ethics, Customer Relationship Management, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Xi'an Jiaotong University

      基于.Net的Web开发技术

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Web Development, Database Application, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Data Access, Web Servers, Data Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Understand Best Practices with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Content Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • المعادلات في مايكروسوفت إكسل الجزء ٢| Formulas in MS Excel 2: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Object-Oriented Java: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
    • Principles of Economics: Microeconomics - Down to Business: Rice University
    • Product and Service Development: Empathy Mapping with Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics: Packt
    • Dungeon Design Mastery and Advanced Unreal Engine Techniques: Packt
    • Scrum Master Certification Practice: LearnQuest
    • Identidad digital: ¿Cómo tener visibilidad académica?: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
    • Introduction to Java and Programming Basics: Packt
    • GenAI for Account Executives: Coursera Instructor Network

    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.

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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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