Create an interactive fiction adventure game with Python
Understand the basics of programming
Familiarize with the fundamentals of game design and interactive fiction
Learn the essentials of Python
In this 2-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to create an interactive fiction text adventure game in Python, the basics of programming and of Python language. Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.
Skills you will develop
Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Set up Python environment
Import modules, interact with the system, display text
Create a character sheet with functions, users input and variables
Add character skills performing operations on variables
Modify skills with random function (virtual die roll)
Create functions to add story scenes and a choice mechanism
Perform a skill check with a virtual die roll
Develop a combat system and run an encounter with a monster
Compile Python for Windows and create an exe file
How Guided Projects work
Your workspace is a cloud desktop right in your browser, no download required
In a split-screen video, your instructor guides you step-by-step
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TOP REVIEWS FROM CREATE AN INTERACTIVE FICTION ADVENTURE GAME WITH PYTHON
A simple and fun course that encompasses basic programming skills needed for beginners. Would like to test out more projects with similar structure.
It's fun how to created a fiction story game i had ever done before, thank you so much
To learn basic game development using this course is good
course was good, but audio quality can be improved
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