GDC Courses

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

How to Teach 5 Semesters of Game Design in 1 Class

Innovative approach to condensing game design curriculum into a single intensive course, exploring efficient teaching methods and essential industry knowledge.

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

Stories that Haunt and Heal - Mental Health and Game Narrative

Developers share insights on creating video games that explore mental health issues like PTSD and trauma, offering a unique perspective on storytelling in interactive media.

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

Breathing Life into Greek Myth - The Dialogue of Hades

Explore how Supergiant Games created over 22,000 lines of dialogue for 'Hades' with a small team during a pandemic, bringing Greek mythology to life through innovative storytelling techniques.

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

Beating the Burnout - Finding Success Under Stress

Discover strategies to combat burnout and thrive in the challenging video game industry with insights from experienced professionals on maintaining passion and career longevity.

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

Google Maps, Not Greyboxes - Digital Location Scouting for 'Untitled Goose Game'

Discover how real-world location scouting via Google Maps shaped the charming levels of Untitled Goose Game in this insightful talk on innovative game design techniques.

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

What to Do When Toxic Gamer Culture Enters the Classroom

Strategies for educators to address and mitigate toxic behavior in game development classrooms, fostering a more inclusive and productive learning environment.

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