Games Design

Subject Overview

Create, design and bring your ideas to life.

Games Design gives learners the opportunity to develop creative, digital and problem-solving skills through practical, game-based activities.

Learners explore different types of games, from board games to digital games, while developing teamwork, communication and planning skills. They can also explore basic coding, game mechanics and responsible online behaviour.

Activities are accessible and inclusive, helping learners build confidence while creating their own game-based projects and developing digital skills.

What could you get involved in?

  • Designing board and digital games
  • Exploring game mechanics and coding
  • Creating characters, ideas and game concepts
  • Developing problem-solving and planning skills
  • Working with others on game projects
  • Building digital confidence and responsible online skills
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Where could Games Design take you?

Games Design can support wider learning by developing ICT and digital skills alongside problem-solving, communication and functional skills. Learners can apply these skills to real-world tasks and build confidence using technology independently.

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