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One of my new favorite pastimes is logging onto the Twitch stream one of my artist friends has. On it, she’ll take requests from the viewing audience as to what to draw. What follows is an awesome show of skill and breathtaking talent. People always ask, “how did you get so good at art?” and […]

What Is Programming? If you aren’t familiar with computer programming, it is the creation of executable computer programs and files by using lines of code. In simpler terms, it’s using a ‘language’ to build programs and applications. Everything you access on the computer has been coded in some way, shape, or form. The versatile world […]

The broad scope of the internet provides ease of access for nearly everyone, opening doors to new knowledge and social interactions. This is especially true for learning new skills or honing old passions. What is becoming more common is learning via online classes. It is entirely possible to earn a degree online, even I’ve done […]

$493 million. That’s the perceived value of the global esports market in 2017. Some expect that number to triple over the next couple of years, reaching $1.5 billion by 2020. But, with the help of advertisers and investors, that number is rising much faster. In 2017, investors contributed $750 million, making up 50% of the […]

The Savannah College of Art and Design is named for its Savannah, Georgia location. But that’s not the only place from which it operates… SCAD has facilities in Atlanta and Hong Kong and features online learning. And the best part is, SCAD offers at least one of its Interactive Design and Game Development Degrees at […]

The DAVE in DAVE school stands for Digital Animation & Visual Effects…School. The school itself is located on a backlot of Universal Studios Florida. The school started with its Visual Effects Program, developing a game production program more recently. Then, in 2016, the DAVE school added two online bachelor programs. These online courses are in […]

The University of Utah was founded over 165 years ago…But last year was a significant year for aspiring game designers. The University of Utah received board approval to great a Game Design Degree. Now, since 2011 The University of Utah has been one of the three best schools for video game design students, according to […]

You may have heard of this San Francisco-based school… So let’s talk about it! The Animation & Visual Effects Degree Program The School of Animation & Visual Effects is home to the degree of the same name. According to Academy of Art University, this program affords you the opportunity to learn from “some of today’s […]

Game design programs have been popping up at colleges left and right over the past decade+. It’s no wonder—video games are a billion-dollar industry. More people than ever are playing them, and more people than ever want to make them. But the cost of college has only gone up, and the idea of getting a […]

The Princeton Review named The University of Southern California the top school in the world for video game design. The game design programs at USC are a combined effort from the Viterbi School of Engineering’s Department of Computer Science and the School of Cinematic Arts’ Interactive Media and Games Division. The program was founded in […]

Canada is a beautiful, giant country dominating the northern reaches of North America. In fact, it’s the largest country in the Western Hemisphere. Game development schools, on the other hand, are not quite as dominant. As the industry continues to grow, and demand for a game design education continues to rise, more schools will likely […]

Pennsylvania is home to two great east coast cities: Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Pennsylvania, also known as the Keystone state, is a beautiful, scenic state. If you’ve never been, you should try it sometime. Maybe even go to school there. Speaking of going to school in Pennsylvania, we put together a list of schools that have […]

Indiana is a great midwestern state, though it’s a bit on the eastern side. Indiana also blesses residents with a fascinating demonym; If you’re a resident of Indiana, you are technically (and now officially) referred to as a Hoosier. On January 12th of this year, the nickname for people from Indiana was officially changed by […]

Washington sits right on top of Oregon, in the Northwest corner of the continental United States. It’s a beautiful state, featuring rivers, a mountain range, and pacific coastland. Basically, you can find whatever nature you’re in the mood for. That also means plenty of inspiration for level design. Speaking of level design, we’ve put together […]

Hone your artistic skills by attending one of the very best art schools in the United States. These 50 art programs provide the knowledge and experience you’ll need to fulfill your dreams of creating for a living. We’ve included small, large, public, private, and all art colleges in between. We wanted to make sure our […]

What if I were to tell you that Florida is a hotbed for would-be game designers. Florida is home to some of the creators of the most popular video game franchises in history, most notably the Football powerhouse: Madden. To complement its flourishing gaming industry are some of the top schools for game design students in […]

From a rich culture and music scene to premier schools and a gorgeous environment, you have plenty of reasons to consider Tennessee as a place to pursue your game design degree. Tennessee boasts a healthy variety of public and private game design schools and universities. Many of which offer excellent programs for aspiring video game […]

While students admit that finding ways to spend their recreational time can be difficult in Ohio, it’s a small worry compared to the very low cost of living. Just to give you an idea, living in Ohio is about 23% less costly than Massachusetts and 35% less than California. The Buckeye State is also home […]

Colorado is one of the most attractive states for students looking to receive a premier education that won’t cost them a fortune. Colorado is Desirable for Game Designers The Centennial State is actually one of the most affordable places to study in thanks to its relatively low cost of living compared to the rest of […]

Arizona is visited by tourists from all over the world looking to see the vibrant, dramatic landscapes for themselves. More than just a place of natural beauty, Arizona is also home to a wealth of excellent colleges and universities that now offer video game schools worth looking into. What are Arizona’s Best Game Design Schools? For 2021, […]

Boasting thousands of miles of natural beauty, a warm climate, and plenty of bustling cities, Georgia is a great place to live and study. The Peach State also ranks high in the nation for overall education quality, which is good news for students looking to become the next greatest game designer while attending one of […]

Michigan is one of the best places to study in the U.S. due in part to the impressive number of public and private universities spread across the state. The Carnegie Foundation has even classified seven of The Great Lakes State’s universities as top research schools. As an aspiring game designer, you have plenty of best […]

What Is Online Learning? If you aren’t familiar with online learning, it is an extremely convenient option for those of us who prefer to learn in a more hands-on and intensive way, those who can’t travel hours to a school, or any situation. Classes can be taken right from your laptop, home computer, or even […]

The gaming industry as a whole is experiencing a boom like never before. Job opportunities are exploding for aspiring game design job hunters. Due to the expected growth, now maybe the best time in the history of the gaming industry to get involved. Searching California Colleges for Game Design For students interested in studying video […]

The second-largest and most populous state in The US, Texas boasts some of the fastest-growing cities in America. This growth has helped fuel innovation and the expansion of both business and education. Texas Becoming a Tech Hub? In recent years, Texas has started to become one of the country’s most exciting tech hubs. With startups […]