Introduction to Game Maker

What is a game?

- A computer game is a software program in which one or more players make decisions through the control of game objects and resources, in pursuit of a goal.

Genre of GameArcadePuzzleRPGStrategyManagementAdventureFirst-person shootersThird-person shootersSport gameRacing gameSimulators

Types of Games

Story-DrivenOpen SandboxEducational

The Gaming Industry

- Game Programmer- Game designer- Level Designer- Game Producer- Game Artist- Game Tester- Game Master- and many other positions that helps to promote the game like Marketing, Retailers and Advertising

First Assignment- Write your first draft of a simple game design document.

For example:

Useful Tips

- PLAY GAMES EVERYDAY!!! Have a healthy gaming lifestyle!

- Practice Drawings Everyday!

- Have your own personal portfolio website to advertise yourself in the gaming industry!

GG Everyone!

Lawrence ZhuangEmail: marco@x-laws.com