Dungeons & Design - How to Develop Your Own Game: Dungeons and Dragons RPG 5E
In this ongoing adventure, Dungeons & Dragons becomes your gateway to game design mastery! As a veteran game developer, I'll guide you in using D&D to unlock the storytelling and design skills that top employers crave. Level up your future!
Bloom Academy
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4.8
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekAssignments
1 hour per week. This class has no outside work required other than what you want to prepare for the upcoming campaign each week.Class Experience
Beginner - Intermediate Level
📢 First Enrollment Bonus! If you're the first to enroll in a class, you'll receive a full refund for being the first to sign up! 🎲 Our Guarantee We’re a growing team of passionate, highly skilled Dungeon Masters committed to delivering top-notch games. If you’re not entirely satisfied with your first session, we’ll issue a full refund! --- How This Class Works "Dungeons & Design" is a unique class that combines playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) with learning about video game design. Here's what you can expect: 1. D&D Gameplay: Most of our classes will focus on playing epic D&D campaigns. Students will create characters, set out on adventures, and make decisions that shape the story. 2. Game Design Analysis: Every few weeks, we'll pause our campaign for a special class dedicated to analyzing what's happened so far from a game design perspective. We'll discuss: • How the story has developed and why • The impact of player choices on the game world • Character development and its importance • How these elements relate to video game design 3. Industry Insights: Throughout the course, I'll share how the concepts we explore in D&D apply to professional video game development, drawing from my experience working as a professional video game designer. Why This Approach? D&D has been essential to my creative design processes in developing games, without which I would not be a game designer today. I know that these are skills that employers are looking for and that are never talked about in typical D&D classes. That's what sets this class apart. The goal is to use the engaging, interactive experience of D&D to help students understand core principles of game design. By playing and then reflecting on their experiences, students will develop: • Storytelling and world-building skills • An understanding of player choice and consequence in games • Insight into character development and narrative structure • Critical thinking about game mechanics and systems These skills are directly applicable to video game design, giving students a unique foundation for potential future careers in the gaming industry. For Parents This D&D club is a bridge to developing professional game development skills. The gaming industry is booming, with vast opportunities across North America and beyond. While coding is crucial, the ability to craft compelling stories and design engaging experiences is what truly distinguishes successful game developers. By enrolling in "Dungeons & Design," your child will: • Develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills essential in the game industry • Learn collaborative teamwork in a fun, engaging environment • Gain insights into professional game design practices from an industry veteran • Build a foundation for a potential career in the thriving game industry • Enhance reading, social skills, communication abilities, and creative thinking Join us in "Dungeons & Design" and start an adventure that turns passion into profession, guided by someone who has walked this path from D&D enthusiast to professional game designer. --- IMPORTANT: If there are no enrollments yet for a class, please book at least a week in advance to give time for other to join. Thank you!
Learning Goals
• Gain a deep understanding of narrative design and apply it to video game concepts• Create immersive game environments through hands-on world-building exercises
Other Details
Supply List
Optional: The Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition Player's handbook. A set of TTRPG dice set consisting of a d20, d12, d10, d8, d6, d4.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2021
4.8
58reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from University of Calgary
6 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Wilfrid Laurier University
Bachelor's Degree from University of Ottawa
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering from University of Montreal
Bachelor's Degree in Music from University of Western Ontario
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Berklee College of Music
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of New Brunswick
2 teachers have an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Computer Engineering from Polytechnique de Montreal
Associate's Degree in Music from The Royal Conservatory of Music Canada
Hi there! I'm Erik, a passionate artist, game designer, and storyteller with over a decade of professional animation experience and a lifelong dedication to tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons. I specialize in crafting and leading epic campaigns, sharing the magic of collaborative storytelling with players of all ages.
As a game designer, I’ve published tabletop games and honed a strong understanding of creating rules, balancing mechanics, and fostering engaging, interactive experiences. Additionally, I bring a solid grasp of video game concepts and design principles, developed through years of exploring how storytelling, player choices, and world-building come to life in the digital gaming space.
In this class, I combine my skills as a Dungeon Master and game designer to guide students on an adventure where they’ll not only play D&D but also analyze its mechanics and storytelling elements. Together, we’ll explore how these concepts connect to game design more broadly—whether for tabletop games or video games—helping students develop creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork skills in a fun and inclusive environment.
Dungeons & Dragons is more than just a game to me; it's a tool for building confidence, enhancing communication, and sparking lifelong friendships. Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned adventurer, I’m excited to lead you on this journey. Together, we’ll create unforgettable stories while learning foundational skills for future game design projects. Are you ready to get started on this adventure? Let’s roll the dice and see what unfolds!Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly1x per week
90 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-6 learners per class
