GDC Courses

Designing Marvel Snap

Dive into 15 years of collectible card game design wisdom as Ben Brode shares insights from Hearthstone and MARVEL SNAP, offering valuable knowledge for game developers and enthusiasts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Finding Your Voice on TikTok

Discover how to effectively use TikTok for game promotion, from technical aspects to building a unique presence. Learn strategies to capture attention, build trust, and drive sales using your smartphone.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Moderation Guide for Successful Brand Livestreams and Digital Events

Comprehensive guide for brands on moderating livestreams and digital events, covering business case, safety issues, and practical implementation strategies for successful online engagement.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Growing an Internet Cult - Cult of the Lamb's Social Strategy

Explore how 'Cult of the Lamb' leveraged meme-able moments, iconic art, and social media analytics to build a culturally relevant gaming brand and grow an engaged community.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The History of Latinx Characters in Games

Explore the evolution of Latino representation in video games, examining successes, failures, and the crucial role developers play in creating authentic characters that resonate with millions.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Key Quest Design Lessons from 'The Witcher 3' and 'Cyberpunk 2077'

Discover 10 crucial quest design principles from 'The Witcher 3' and 'Cyberpunk 2077', based on 17 years of industry experience. Gain insights to enhance your game development skills.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Three Steps to Becoming a Better Artist Immediately

Discover three actionable steps to instantly enhance your artistic skills, focusing on visual design, expression, and effective communication in game development.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Building Headquarters - The Social Hub in Call of Duty WWII

Explore the creation of Headquarters, a 48-player social hub in Call of Duty WWII, featuring interactive storefronts, minigames, and community engagement opportunities.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Narrative Nuances on Free-to-Play Mobile Games

Explore techniques for crafting compelling narratives in free-to-play mobile games, focusing on audience engagement, pay-offs, and unique storytelling approaches for the platform.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Whose Game Is It, Anyway? How Community Relationships Shape Games - Lessons from Warframe

Explore how Warframe's success stems from strategic community engagement, balancing feedback, and evolving game-as-a-service strategies in this insightful Digital Extremes presentation.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How the Speed Cubing Community Turned Rubik's Cube into a Competitive Genre

Explore the transformation of Rubik's Cube into a competitive sport, examining organization, innovation, and community-building strategies in speed cubing.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Triage on the Front Line - Improving Mafia III AI in a Live Product

Discover techniques for enhancing AI in live games, focusing on Mafia III's enemy reactions and testing methods to improve player experience.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Winding Road Ahead - Designing Utility AI with Curvature

Explore intuitive AI behavior design using curvature in utility systems. Learn knowledge representation, influence data, and natural language considerations for creating dynamic game characters.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

What Successful Product Managers Do Differently in Free-to-Play Games

Explore key strategies successful product managers employ in free-to-play games, focusing on core loops, data analysis, and leveraging knowledge for improved game performance and player engagement.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Reinvention of Tomb Raider

Crystal Dynamics shares insights on modernizing Tomb Raider, focusing on survival elements, character development, and production strategies to create a compelling reboot of the iconic franchise.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk