Define the roles and responsibilities of team members on a video game design team and identify their typical short- and long-term goals.
Demonstrate game concept development process and roles both independently and as part of a team.
Compare and contrast communication features and interface design.
Assess and apply strategies to prevent, debug, and eliminate problems.
Examples: viruses, malware, inconsistencies within data
Develop an end goal game strategy and feedback needed to progress through the game.
Examples: earning points, reaching levels, overcoming obstacles
Incorporate a user friendly experience for design functionality which allows players to change movements, immerse themselves in the environment, and take control or drive on their own.
Include interface elements in game design.
Examples: sounds, graphics, spatial recognition, narration
Create an original game design which executes game concept development, communication features, interface design, game strategy, and immersification.
Create a title page for an original project with instructions, characters, levels, puzzles, art, graphics, animation, and clear navigation including start, pause, quit level, and end game.
Software Application
Identify tools and software commonly used in game development, including web page and graphic design, art, and animation.
Utilize vector, modeling, and paint programs used to make graphics and animation.
Explain the principles of 2D and 3D animation as they relate to game graphics.
Examples: walk, run, jump, idle
Explain the use of readme files and source codes, and demonstrate appropriate documentation for templates, libraries, and copyrighted materials used.
Post-Production (Game Testing, Enhancement, and Release)
Enhance or upgrade an original stand-alone or online game using various computer programming languages or game/animation engines to write code and implement programming skills.
Integrate created assets into a functional digital platform with a logical theme or concept.
Examples: scoreboard, leaderboard, celebratory messages, levels, lives, instructional display
Execute an original game and implement game testing.
Examples: in-house, larger testing group(s), open release without additional instructions
Demonstrate an understanding of the techniques used to evaluate game mechanics, game play, flow, and game design.
Analyze design elements that maintain player interest and vary the degree of challenge.
Demonstrate project management skills, utilize feedback data to improve an original game, and add advanced features.
Examples: feedback from testing groups, basic general maintenance for overall improvement
Career Awareness
Gather information on the gaming industry, including career opportunities and training in game design and production.
Connect information to personal interests and develop a plan for a possible future career in the field of computer gaming and simulation programming.
Develop a plan to identify and enhance any workplace skills needing improvement in the computer game field.
Create a computer game or simulation designed to improve workplace skills.
Computer Science for Business
Foundational Standards
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway.
Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Discuss and demonstrate ways to value diversity.
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