Video game courses can help you learn game design principles, programming basics, storytelling techniques, and level design. You can build skills in character development, user interface design, and sound design, which are crucial for creating engaging gameplay experiences. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, allowing you to apply your skills in real projects and understand how to bring your creative ideas to life.

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Research, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Experimentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Red Hat
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Python Programming, Debugging, Data Structures, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Computer Programming, Statistical Programming, Web Development, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Text Mining, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, Interaction Design, Content Creation, Experience Design, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Visual Design, Social Media Marketing, Generative AI, Video Production, Graphic Design, Video Editing, ChatGPT, Content Marketing, Marketing Design, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Content Strategy, Animations, Storytelling, Branding, Responsible AI
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Algorithms, Game Design, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Debugging, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Event Marketing, Presentations, Video Editing, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Color Matching, Color Theory, Typography, Storytelling, Marketing Collateral, Marketing Design, Interactive Design, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Logo Design, Layout Design, Social Media Content, Social Media Campaigns, Branding
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cinematography, Motion Graphics, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Video Production, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphic Techniques, Image Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Peer Review, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality, File Management, Creativity, Storytelling, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Content Creation, Copywriting, Information Privacy, Writing, Web Design and Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Software Installation, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, System Configuration, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Follow Through, Culture Transformation, Customer experience improvement, Communication, Video Production
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months