MakeCode Arcade 2D Game development

Block Based Coding

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Prerequisites & Equipment

iPad required
Basic iPad skills
Basic understanding of using the internet
Ability to use a web browser such as Google Chrome or Safari

Important Link

MakeCode Arcade: arcade.makecode.com

Introduction Session

Students will get familiar with the MakeCode Arcade platform and learn the basics of game design. They will create and customise sprites, set up backgrounds and explore the main tools needed to start building their own games.

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Video Tutorial

Football Showdown

Students are introduced to new MakeCode blocks and explore game physics, movement and projectiles. They apply these concepts to create a football game while developing their understanding of game mechanics and programming logic.

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Video Tutorial

Space Shooter

Students build on their previous skills by creating a space-themed game using new coding blocks, player movement, enemies, projectiles and game physics. They learn how to combine these elements to create an engaging and interactive arcade game.

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Platformer Game

Students are introduced to tilemaps and learn how they are used to create game levels and environments. Using a pre-designed tilemap, students focus on programming player movement, obstacles and game interactions while developing their understanding of platformer game mechanics.

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Animations

Students learn the fundamentals of game animation by understanding frames per second (FPS) and how animations are created using multiple frames. They practise drawing different frames and combining them to create smooth and engaging character animations.

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