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Evolution of Game Design: 1990 to the late 2000s

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Overview

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Uncover the technological advancements of the early 1990s and delve into the development of fourth- and fifth-generation video game consoles with this online course from LaSalle College’s Vancouver campus, crowned the #1 undergraduate school in Canada for video game design by the Princeton Review 10 years in a row.

You will also explore the rise of iconic corporate video game mascots during this era.

Your journey will then conclude with an in-depth look at the sixth- and seventh-generation gaming consoles.

Topics covered include:

  • Mascot wars
  • A new dimension
  • A changing of the guard
  • The dawn of high definition

Syllabus

This course will contribute to your learning by exploring the following modules:

  • Welcome
  • Week 1: Mascot wars
  • Week 2: A New dimension
  • Week 3: A Changing of the guard
  • Week 4: The dawn of high definition
  • Wrap-up

Taught by

John Appleby

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