Course Description:
Dive into the exciting world of game development with Frenzy Fruit Dash, a high-energy, one-day workshop using Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. This beginner-friendly course introduces students to the basics of game design and programming while building a fun, fast-paced arcade game where players dodge and blast flying fruits.
Students will explore coding fundamentals through an interactive platform that makes learning engaging and creative. With step-by-step guidance, participants will learn how to program game characters, set up controls, manage scores, and design gameplay logic that increases difficulty over time.
By the end of the session, students will have created their own playable version of Frenzy Fruit Dash—a game that challenges quick thinking, coordination, and code mastery. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your digital skills, this game-building workshop is the perfect launchpad!
What You’ll Learn:
- How to navigate and use Microsoft MakeCode Arcade
- Basics of game development: sprites, events, and conditions
- Programming game mechanics: movement, shooting, collision detection
- Creating scoring systems and “game over” conditions
- Using loops, variables, and conditional logic in real-time gameplay
- Developing problem-solving and logical thinking through coding challenges
Who Should Attend:
- Students ages 10+ interested in coding or game design
- Beginners who want to learn coding in a creative, fun way
- Educators looking for exciting ways to teach programming concepts
- Anyone curious about how arcade games are built and function
- Young creators ready to build their very first video game project
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