Game Studio: Unreal Engine Development and VR Sculpting
- Price: Starting at $4,599
- Age: 13 - 18
- Skill Level: Beginner–Advanced
- Format: iD Tech Academies | Small-Group, On-Campus
- Duration: Two-week program
About This Course
Kickstart your game design career by building your own prototype in Unreal Engine 5. Learn the full development cycle of production as you transform your ideas into a fully playable 3D game. Then, step over to the emerging industry of virtual reality with the Meta Quest 2. You’ll dive deeper with Adobe Medium — an innovative VR sculpting software — and take your place at the helm of creativity for your game’s final vision.
In week one, build your prototype using the fundamentals of game design in UE5. Implement Blueprint Visual Scripting to develop essential mechanics and build the framework of your prototype. Define the scope of your project and transform your story and ideas into an immersive experience with compelling gameplay.
In week two, don the Meta Quest 2 and step into an immersive virtual studio where you’ll sketch, build, and sculpt dynamic 3D assets to customize your game. Experience the workflow of professional 3D game artists first-hand, using Adobe Medium to craft your design in vivid virtual reality and taking your ideas from concept to final 3D model. Finally, you’ll import your creations into UE5 and launch your finished prototype!
With an essential game design and 3D sculpting skill set, you’ll have all the tools you need to polish your portfolio and prep your work for college admissions and career applications.
In week one, build your prototype using the fundamentals of game design in UE5. Implement Blueprint Visual Scripting to develop essential mechanics and build the framework of your prototype. Define the scope of your project and transform your story and ideas into an immersive experience with compelling gameplay.
In week two, don the Meta Quest 2 and step into an immersive virtual studio where you’ll sketch, build, and sculpt dynamic 3D assets to customize your game. Experience the workflow of professional 3D game artists first-hand, using Adobe Medium to craft your design in vivid virtual reality and taking your ideas from concept to final 3D model. Finally, you’ll import your creations into UE5 and launch your finished prototype!
With an essential game design and 3D sculpting skill set, you’ll have all the tools you need to polish your portfolio and prep your work for college admissions and career applications.
Topics Covered
- Create a fully realized 3D game in Unreal Engine 5
- Implement game elements with Blueprint Visual Scripting
- Write a game design document and develop gameplay mechanics
- Sculpt 3D game assets in a virtual reality environment with Adobe Medium
- Build a portfolio that showcases fundamental skills in game design and 3D sculpting
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Sample Schedule
In this course, students will explore game design and 3D sculpting to build a game prototype in Unreal Engine 5. Using the Meta Quest 2 with Adobe Medium, students will sculpt their designs in virtual reality and import them into their Unreal project.
Here’s a sample of what each week in the course could look like! Please keep in mind that students will progress at varying paces; this is a general outline of the key material and overall student experience.
Portfolio-Boosting Diploma & Transcript
At the conclusion of your child's course, they will receive an official iD Tech diploma and course transcript outlining the skills they learned over the course of the week.
Learn from the best.
Passion for tech. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child. With 23 years of experience, we know there's no replacement for the best teacher. It's no surprise that iconic companies like Google, EA, Microsoft, and Disney hire the same talent we do. Our iD Certified instructors possess the whole package of skills that top employers seek.
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100% USA-based, adult instructors
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Recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, and NYU
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Rigorous background and reference checks
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Robust training programs and certification
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Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines
Instructor Highlights
Chris M.
Software Engineer
at Google
Instructor Highlights
Chris M.
Software Engineer
at Google
“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”
“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”
Instructor Highlights
Aspen C.
Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks
Instructor Highlights
Aspen C.
Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks
“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”
“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”
Instructor Highlights
Brian M.
Software Engineer
at Disney
Instructor Highlights
Brian M.
Software Engineer
at Disney
“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”
“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”
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