GAD 106 - Game Prototyping and Mechanics

Prerequisite:GAD 103
Transfers to:UC,CSU

In this course, students explore the various aspects of game mechanics: what they are, how they can be formed, how they interact with each other, what values they transmit, and how they relate to the application of the overall game design. Students prototype, test, and implement mechanics that meet the limitations of a “target platform.” In the course, a game design document is created that illustrates all aspects of game production, including game description, game mechanics, and identifying problem areas. The game design documents address business aspects of the industry that impact designs, including demographics, economic models, budgets, and marketing.