D Y Patil International University, Akurdi, Pune

S. No.

Topic

Hours

1

Module 1: Fundamentals of 2D Game Design & Visual Scripting

10

2

Module 2: 2D Game Asset Creation & Integration

10

3

Module 3: 2D Game Mechanics & Interaction

10

4

Module 4: Developing a Complete 2D Game

10

5

Module 5: 3D Game Asset Creation & Environment Design

10

6

Module 6: 3D Character Rigging & Animation

20

7

Module 7: 3D Game Mechanics & AI Development

5

8

Module 8: Final 3D Game Development & Optimization

Total Hours

120

Modules

Phase 1: 2D Game Design & Development (Modules 1-4)

Date

Module 1

Fundamentals of 2D Game Design & Visual Scripting

• Introduction to game design principles.
• Volt (Unity's Visual Scripting): introduction to Unity
• Overview of Unity and Volt for 2D game development.
• Creating a basic interactive game prototype using visual scripting.
• Understanding UI/UX elements in 2D games.

12/03/25 – 25/03/25

Module 2

2D Game Asset Creation & Integration

• Using Photoshop & Illustrator for sprite creation.
• Designing characters, environments, and UI elements.
• Understanding tile-maps and sprite sheets.
• Importing and integrating assets into Unity.

Assignment 1: 2D Game Asset Creation

Objective:

1. Design and create 2D game assets using Photoshop & Illustrator.
2. Develop characters, backgrounds, and UI elements.

Task:

1. Design a 2D character sprite with at least three different poses (Idle, Run, Jump).
2. Create a tile-based environment (e.g., grass, platforms, background elements).
3. Design at least three UI elements (buttons, icons, health bar).
4. Submit a sprite sheet with assets properly arranged for game integration.

• PNG files of individual assets.

Documentation (PDF): explaining the design process

26/03/25 -28/03/25

Module 3

2D Game Mechanics & Interaction

•  Implementing character movement, physics, and collision.
• Creating enemy AI and basic behaviours using Volt.
• Adding player interaction (jump, attack, pickups).
• Introduction to game loops and state management.

Assignment 2: Build a Simple 2D Game Prototype

 Objective:

1. Learning tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, Unity, Volt (Unity's Visual Scripting)
2. Use Unity & Volt to develop a basic playable 2D game.
3. Implement game physics, movement, and interaction.

Task:

1. Develop a side-scrolling or top-down 2D game (e.g., platformer, shooter, or puzzle).
2. Implement player movement (walk, jump, attack) using Volt.
3. Add collision detection and basic enemy AI.
4. Create a main menu and game over screen.
5. Playtest and fix common issues.

Submission Format:

• Unity project files.
• A short video demonstration (2-3 minutes).

Documentation (PDF): explaining game mechanics and scripts.

31/03/25 – 02/04/25

Module 4

Developing a Complete 2D Game

• Structuring a full game project in Unity.
• Implementing UI menus, animations, and sound effects.
• Playtesting and debugging common issues.
• Finalizing and optimizing the game for deployment.

03/04/25 – 07/04/25

Phase 2: 3D Game Design & Development (Modules 5-8)

Module 5

3D Game Asset Creation & Environment Design

• Introduction to Blender & Maya for 3D modelling.
• Designing game-ready characters, props, and environments.
• Applying materials, textures, and lighting.
• Exporting models and integrating them into Unreal Engine.

08/04/25 – 09/04/25

Module 6

3D Character Rigging & Animation

• Basics of character rigging and skinning.
• Creating walk, run, and attack animations.
• Using Blueprints to trigger animations in Unreal Engine.
• Implementing character movement and interaction.

Assignment 3: 3D Character & Environment Modelling

Objective:

• Learning 3D tools Blender/Maya, Unreal Engine, Blueprints (Unreal Engine's Visual Scripting)

• Create and texture 3D characters and environments for a game.

Task:

1. Design and model a simple 3D character in Blender or Maya.
2. Rig the character and create basic animations (Idle, Walk, Attack).
3. Model a small 3D environment with props.
4. Apply textures and lighting to enhance realism.
5. Import the assets into Unreal Engine for testing.

Submission Format:

• .FBX files of models.
• Screenshots of the environment and character.

Game documentation: A PDF report detailing the modelling process.

11/04/25 – 15/04/25

Module 7

3D Game Mechanics & AI Development

• Implementing gameplay interactions, combat, and AI behaviours.
• Designing enemy movement, patrol, and attack patterns.
• Creating a health system, power-ups, and combat mechanics.
• Using Blueprints for advanced AI-driven interactions.

Assignment 4: Interactive 3D Game Prototype

Objective:

• Develop an interactive 3D gameplay experience using Unreal Engine & Blueprints.

Task:

1. Implement a third-person or first-person game prototype.
2. Use Blueprints to create basic enemy AI (e.g., patrol, chase, attack).
3. Develop an objective-based mechanic (e.g., collect items, defeat enemies).
4. Implement a health system and UI elements.
5. Optimize and test the game.

Submission Format:

• Unreal Engine project files.
• A short gameplay video (2-3 minutes).

Game documentation: (PDF) explaining Blueprints used.

16/04/25 – 17/04/25

Module 8

Final 3D Game Development & Optimization

• Structuring a complete 3D game project.
• Optimizing game performance and UI elements.
• Playtesting, debugging, and balancing the gameplay.
• Final game presentation and feedback session.

Assignment 5: Final Presentation (2D & 3D Game Showcase)

Objective:

• Present and showcase the 2D and 3D games developed.
• Explain design choices, challenges, and solutions.

Task:

1. Create a presentation (PowerPoint or PDF) showcasing:
2. The 2D game project (concept, assets, gameplay)
3. The 3D game project (environment, character, mechanics)
4. Challenges faced and solutions implemented.
5. Prepare a 5–7-minutes demonstration of the games.
6. Submit a recorded video of the gameplay.

Submission Format:

• Presentation slides (PPT/PDF).
• Video demonstration (5-7 minutes).

21/04/25 – 23/04/25