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Overview

This topic explores the use of games and game mechanics for non-entertainment purposes: serious games. The topic will present the design, development and evaluation of game artefacts for a serious purpose. Through readings, discussion and presentations, an exploration of the history, future use, motivation and benefits of serious games will … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Develop engineering skills in relation to digital game projects
  • Investigate the diversity of users, platforms, technologies and mechanics that define digital game experiences
  • Critique existing digital game experiences across various scenarios from Indie and AAA, to games for purpose
  • Provide appreciation for the ethical and professional issues surrounding the production, publication, distribution and use of digital games

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Assumed knowledge

Intermediate level programming, preferably in C#, C++, or Java such as can be obtained in COMP2711 Computer Programming 2. Some experience using 2D or 3D computer graphics APIs such as can be obtained in COMP3751 Interactive Computer Systems or COMP3752 Computer Game Development.