Advanced Game Design: Platforms & Monetization

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Explore advanced game design topics, including player engagement, multiplayer systems, VR/AR/XR, monetization strategies, and industry realities. This course equips you with the frameworks needed to create compelling, market-ready games. Learn to apply practical design strategies, integrating music, narrative, and business insights to enhance player experience and commercial success. By the end, you will understand how to navigate both creative and business challenges in game development. Combining theory with real-world examples, the course stands out by offering actionable guidance from industry practices. It balances creative design thinking with strategic monetization approaches. Ideal for game designers, developers, and industry enthusiasts seeking advanced knowledge. Prior experience in game design or development is beneficial. By the end of the course, you will be ready to design engaging games for diverse platforms. This course is part three of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. While it delivers standalone value and practical skills, learners seeking a more integrated and in-depth progression may benefit from completing the full Specialization. From Level Up! The Guide to Great Video Game Design Copyright © 2025 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. All rights, including for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies, are reserved. Illustrations in this course are copyright © 2025 Scott Rogers. Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.