GDC Courses

Making Connections: Real-Time Path-Traced Light Transport in Game Engines

Explore real-time path-traced lighting in modern game engines, focusing on hardware-accelerated ray tracing and ReSTIR algorithms. Learn theoretical and practical aspects for implementation in Unreal Engine 5.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Survival Guide for Game Developers in a Post-Pandemic World

Navigating remote work challenges in game development: communication strategies, collaboration tools, and productivity tips for thriving in the post-pandemic industry landscape.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building Your Profile Outside the Job - Game Career Seminar 2024

Discover strategies for building a successful game development career beyond job offers. Learn to create a strong professional identity and navigate the industry landscape effectively.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Learn from Our Mistakes - What Experience Has Taught Us About Leveling Up Our Careers

Game developers share strategies and lessons learned from mistakes to help navigate career paths, overcome job market challenges, and seize opportunities in the evolving game development industry.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

System-Centric Puzzle Design in Patrick's Parabox

Explore puzzle game design techniques, including mechanics iteration, level creation strategies, and playtesting insights from the award-winning 'Patrick's Parabox' developer.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Killer Portfolio or Portfolio Killer: Advice for Game Artists from Industry Professionals

Industry artists share insights on creating standout portfolios, avoiding common pitfalls, and capturing art directors' attention. Learn effective strategies for showcasing your work and navigating the competitive game industry hiring process.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Improving Accessibility for Low Vision Players in 'Cosmonious High' - GDC 2024 UX Summit

Explore Owlchemy Labs' approach to enhancing blind and low vision accessibility in VR gaming, focusing on their latest release and innovative solutions for inclusive design.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hearing Health in Video Games - Promoting Safe Listening Practices

Explore factors affecting hearing health in gaming and learn strategies for developers to create safer listening experiences, promoting accessibility and player well-being.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building Cognitive Accessibility Into Your Games

Experts discuss best practices for enhancing gaming experiences for players with cognitive disabilities, exploring benefits and implementation strategies for inclusive game design.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

QA Career Path - Evolution from an Industry Entry Point

Explore the unique impact and career potential of Quality Assurance in game development, challenging the notion that it's merely an entry point and highlighting its vital role in game production.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Level and Quest Design Collaboration from Skyrim to Starfield

Explore level and quest design collaboration in open-world RPGs, featuring insights from Bethesda's iconic titles. Learn strategies for creating memorable gaming experiences through specialized team coordination.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Decade Unveiled - The Brazilian Indie Game Scene's Transformative Journey

Cinco desenvolvedores compartilham suas experiências na cena indie brasileira, revelando a transformação e o crescimento do ecossistema de jogos no Brasil na última década.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

3D Toon Rendering in Hi-Fi RUSH - Deferred Toon Renderer Development

Explore the development of a deferred toon renderer for stylish 3D graphics in 'Hi-Fi RUSH', combining toon shading with modern features at 60fps using customized Unreal Engine 4.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Evolving Physics and Sounds for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Developers explore challenges in expanding Hyrule's physics-based gameplay and sound design for the Zelda sequel, discussing innovative approaches to create an immersive gaming experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building an Effective Manager-Direct Relationship in Game Development - GDC 2024

Optimize manager-direct relationships, strengthen communication, and drive shared goals with frameworks and toolkits for effective conversations in game development careers.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video