GDC Courses

Costume in Games - Integrating a Costume Designer into the Character Pipeline

Explore the process of creating character costumes for Control and learn how to integrate costume design into the character art pipeline for enhanced visual storytelling in games.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Pain Medication Reimagined - VR for Chronic Pain

Explore innovative VR therapies for chronic pain rehabilitation in spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, diabetes, and HIV patients, as presented by physical therapist David Putrino.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Visual Effects Bootcamp - Bringing Feature Film Effects to Real Time VR - Part 2

Explore techniques for replicating stylized feature film effects in real-time VR environments, enhancing visual fidelity and immersion in virtual reality experiences.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Stop Fighting! Systems for Non-Combat AI

Discover techniques for creating engaging non-combat NPCs in game worlds. Learn to populate virtual environments with realistic, interactive townspeople that enhance player immersion.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How the Hell Do You Make Money?

Game developers share diverse strategies for financial survival and success in the industry, offering insights on thriving without relying on a major hit.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Real-Time Cloth Solutions on 'Marvel's Spider-Man'

Explore technical challenges and solutions for real-time cloth in 'Marvel's Spider-Man' with Insomniac Games' Sophie Brennan, focusing on innovative approaches to enhance gameplay and visual fidelity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Level Up Your Jenkins Reporting

Discover advanced Jenkins plugins and techniques for efficient reporting on large-scale build systems, as demonstrated by Electronic Arts' experience managing thousands of nodes and massive data outputs.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Let's Make a PICO-8 Game in 30 Minutes

Discover PICO-8's potential as Matthew Lindsay builds a game in just 30 minutes, showcasing the fantasy console's capabilities for creating and sharing tiny games and programs.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How Do You Make VR for Everyone?

Designers and researchers discuss strategies for creating more inclusive and accessible virtual reality experiences, addressing industry-wide challenges and opportunities for improvement.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Creating the Soundscape of 'It Takes Two'

Explore creative and technical solutions for building immersive game soundscapes, as demonstrated by Hazelight Studios' audio team in their work on 'It Takes Two'.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Classic Game Postmortem - Star Wars Galaxies

Dive into the history and legacy of the first Star Wars MMO, exploring its ambitious goals and the challenges it faced in development and operation.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Evolving Combat in 'God of War' for a New Perspective

Explore the innovative combat systems in 'God of War', balancing evolution with franchise authenticity. Gain insights into action game development and design challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Getting the Most Out of an Entry-Level Games Job

Practical advice for junior developers and interns to maximize learning opportunities and kickstart their game development careers through entry-level positions.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Maximizing Animation and Cinematic Content Workflows for Just Cause 4

Explore Avalanche Studios' improved animation and cinematics pipeline for 'Just Cause 4', featuring technical insights and workflow enhancements that streamlined development and boosted efficiency.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Death Stranding - An AI Postmortem

Explore unique AI challenges in 'Death Stranding' development, including innovative solutions for character behavior, pathfinding, and environmental interactions in Kojima Productions' debut title.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk