Level 3 Extended Diploma Unit 22 Developing Computer Games
Outcomes LO1 Understand the impact of the gaming revolution on society LO2 Know the different types of computer game LO3 Be able to design and develop computer games LO4 Be able to test and document computer games
Significance of computer games Call of Duty: Black Ops took in over $650 million of sales in the game's first five days In June 2011, the global video game market was valued at $65 billion The UK industry is the third largest in the World in terms of developer success and sales of hardware and software Video game industry to hit $70 billion by 2015 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/video_game_industry
This unit This unit teaches the methodologies of games development. We shall be covering game development techniques as well as the use of graphics and sounds. It does not: Make you a industry standard games developer Use all the industry standard tools Use low level game programming languages like c++
If you want to be a games programmer Get a degree in computer science Be fluent in C++. Use C++ in some significant projects Understand the fundamentals of 3D linear algebra Learn all you can about good object oriented design, design patterns, encapsulation, unit testing, physical insulation Be familiar with version control Know how to use a debugger http://gamesfromwithin.com/so-you-want-to-be-a-game-programmer
What platform will we use Python 3.4.3 and Pygame on a PC Why? You are already familiar with the syntax of Python We can develop using Pycharm (Education edition) Your game can run on any PC
What platform could we use We could also use Visual studio 2017 ATOM Python IDLE! Notepad++ etc
Types of games But first we need to understand types of games and who plays them and why. We also need to be aware of gaming platforms. And the effects games has on players and the perception in society.
Game genres What does genre actually mean? A genre is a particular type of literature, painting, music, film, or other art form which people consider as a class because it has special characteristics. NOUN...his love of films and novels in the horror genre. We use this term for computer games as well.
Types of games (genres) What genres of games are there?
Types of games Action RPG (role playing) Adventure Strategy Puzzle Simulation Sports FPS (first person shooter) Combat Educational MMO (massively multiplayer online) Shmup?
Types of platforms What types of platforms are there?
Types of platforms What types of platforms are there? Personal Computer Portable hand held console Console Mobile phone Internet LAN Network Tablet computer Raspberry Pi?
Types of technology What types of technology are needed?
Types of technology What types of technology are involved? Graphics Artificial Intelligence Audio Game physics Mathematics
Types of games (Criteria P2) List and describe the various game genres available in a table. (P2) Genre Description Platform Environment Example Puzzle Problem solving. Often involving logic and strategy PC, phone Stand alone Minesweeper This is part of assignment 1 Thumbnail screenshot is required
Effects of games (Criteria P1) Task 2 considers this question What are the effects of computer games on society and individuals? What is the view in the media? This article was on 23 rd Feb 2018 BBC news web site
Effects of games (Criteria P1) So what can you say about 1. Positive and negative effects for society. 2. http://www.contentedwriter.com/impact of computergames on society/ 1. Positive and negative effects for individuals. 2. https://www.symptomfind.com/health/positive effectsof video games/ 3. https://www.raisesmartkid.com/3 to 6 years old/4 articles/34 the good and bad effects of video games
Effects of games (Criteria D1) What are the psychological effects of computer gaming on individuals and society? http://www.contentedwriter.com/psychological-effects-ofcomputer-gaming-on-individuals-and-society/ You might want to consider - Graphic violence Addiction Aggression Cognitive abilities Strategic thinking Use of sound High score listings Peer pressure
Effects of games (Criteria D1) Task 3 (D1): Examine the psychological effects of computer gaming on individuals and society You must research and comment on these effects You must reference studies of which there are many Word limit 1000
Effects of games (Criteria D1) Examine Look in close detail and establish the key facts and important issues surrounding a topic. This should be a critical evaluation and you should try and offer reasons as to why the facts and issues you have identified are the most important, as well as explain the different ways they could be construed.
Summary 1. We started by looking a game genres (Types of games). 2. We also looked at platforms and technologies. 3. We finished by starting to research the impacts of computer games on 1. Society 2. Individuals 3. Psychological effects Next time we shall start to look at animation using Python.