Production and Pitching for 3D Video Games

TEACHING UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE 3D WORLD 1. Coordinate system 2. Different spaces (local and global) 3. Vertices and meshes 4. Polygons and axes 5. Texturing 6. Camera system 7. Basic lighting TEACHING UNIT 2. INTRODUCTION TO UNITY 3D 1. What is Unity 3D and why use it? 2. Unity 3D interface 3. Selecting elements and focus 4. Introduction to GameObjects TEACHING UNIT 3. 2D AND 3D MODELING 1. Components and GameObjects 2. Element transformations 3. Texturing and materials LEARNING UNIT 4. SCENE CREATION 1. Terrain and sky 2. Natural elements (trees, water, vegetation, etc.) 3. Lighting 4. Ambient Light 5. Indoor Lighting (Light Maps) 6. Camera Systems (Traditional and Third-Person) LEARNING UNIT 5. CHARACTERS 1. Importing characters from other systems 2. Character animation (classic and Mecanim) 3. Ragdoll LEARNING UNIT 6. PHYSICS 1. Collision meshes 2. Triggers 3. Joints 4. RigidBodies and SoftBodies 5. Animated objects on a timeline 6. Sprites TEACHING UNIT 7. PROGRAMMING 1. Introduction to the C# language 2. Mathematics and Trigonometry 3. Loops 4. Advanced GameObject Transformations 5. Communication Between Objects 6. Character Control 7. Lighting and Camera Control LEARNING UNIT 8. THE GAME 1. Raycasting 2. Object and Path Detection 3. Collisions 4. Advanced Camera Control 5. Weapons 6. Programming Online Systems 7. Multiplayer 8. Different Approaches for 2D and 3D Games TEACHING UNIT 9. MOBILE DEVICES AND CONSOLES 1. Compiling the game for different platforms 2. Unique features of mobile devices and consoles TEACHING UNIT 10. VIRTUAL REALITY 1. Integration with Google Cardboard 2. Integration with Oculus Rift 3. Input and mechanics in virtual reality games TEACHING UNIT 11. REAL-WORLD PROJECT DEVELOPMENT 1. Creating a virtual reality video game TEACHING UNIT 12. VIDEO GAME PITCHING 1. Market research and competitive analysis 2. Identifying the target audience and target market 3. Defining the game’s objectives and its unique value proposition 4. Creating a general description of the game 5. Highlighting key aspects of gameplay and visual elements 6. Incorporating concept art and screenshots of the game 7. Creating a functional prototype using Unity 8. Emphasizing technical aspects and innovative features 9. Showcasing gameplay and mechanics in action 10. Organizing the presentation into a clear and concise structure 11. Highlighting the game’s strengths and unique selling points 12. Practicing the presentation and refining communication skills