Location: KidsTech | 402 East Greenway Parkway, Suite 21, Phoenix, AZ, 85022

Description:

Camp Description.

Ready to level up your game-making skills? In Game On!: Ultimate Game Designer, intermediate to advanced coders will dive deep into MakeCode Arcade to create custom 2D games from start to finish. You’ll brainstorm concepts, design pixel art, program game logic, and fine-tune gameplay. Then, watch your creations come to life on a real handheld gaming console—yours to keep at the end of camp!

Course Details:

• Ages: 10 - 16
• Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
• Platform: MakeCode Arcade
• Focus Areas:
  • Game Development: Advanced block-based and JavaScript coding for interactive experiences
  • Pixel Art & Animation: Create custom characters, backgrounds, and effects
  • Gameplay Mechanics: Balance difficulty, scoring systems, and user experience
  • Hardware Integration: Transfer your finished game onto a handheld console
• Camp Highlights:
  • Design and program your own 2D video game
  • Explore advanced coding concepts like variables, conditionals, and loops
  • Showcase your final project on a personal gaming device (yours to keep!)
  • Collaborate with fellow game designers for feedback and inspiration

This camp is perfect for aspiring developers who are ready to tackle more complex projects—and see them play out on a real handheld gaming system!

Available spots: 3+

Price: $319.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 8 years old on the day of the activity

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