Game design courses can help you learn level design, character development, storytelling techniques, and game mechanics. You can build skills in prototyping, user testing, and balancing gameplay to enhance player experience. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, that support creating interactive environments and implementing game logic. Additionally, you might explore programming languages such as C or C++ to bring your ideas to life, along with graphic design software for creating compelling visuals.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Data Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Data Validation, Javascript, Web Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Computer Architecture, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Components, Micrometer, Artificial Intelligence, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Statistical Visualization, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Health Informatics, Color Theory, Stakeholder Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Storage, Disaster Recovery, Data Architecture, Database Design, Data Infrastructure, Data Storage, Cloud Security, NoSQL, Encryption, Relational Databases, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript and jQuery, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Application Development, Mobile Development
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Business Planning, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Relationship Building, Influencing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Applications, Middleware, Integration Testing, Application Design, Data Integration, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Spring Framework, Responsible AI, Java, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Services, Cloud Deployment, Restful API, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Product Development, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Collaborative Software, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Dependency Analysis, Sprint Retrospectives, Product Roadmaps, Collaboration, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Coordination, Release Management, Prioritization, Estimation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Construction Management, Project Design, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Project Planning, Contract Management, Project Coordination, Project Management, Team Oriented, Cost Management, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months