Learn the the basic concepts of programming while developing games in the fun and friendly language Game Maker Language (GML).

GameMaker Studio is a professional development engine used to build games like Hyper Light Drifter, Death's Gambit, Risk of Rain, Valdis Story, and many more. These great games show the power of this tool but the very best part of GameMaker Studio is that it's one of the best places for new indie game developers to begin their journey. The language or method that you use to create your projects will depend on your skill and your previous background history, and since everyone is different GameMaker Studio 2 aims to be as adaptable as possible to your different needs, offering two different options for you to create games.

Learn and Master Core Programming Concepts With GML.

Types and Operators
Loops and Conditionals
Functions and Return Values
Objects and Instances

A Powerful Tool to Create Amazing Games

We'll learn about the essentials of programming. By using GameMaker: Studio, we can take what you're learning and immediately apply it to actual games. You will also get a glimpse of the structure of video games.

GameMaker: Studio is a powerful and growing tool that is breaking its way into professional development. Developers often use GameMaker: Studio to quickly prototype and create games that don't require the power of other languages, like C++, Java, and C#. Hotline Miami, Spelunky, TowerFall Ascension, and Gunpoint are only a few examples of the great games that can be created with GameMaker: Studio.

Content Overview

Game Maker Language Pdf

While designing this course, I kept absolute beginners in mind. When you begin this course, you will be taken from the very basics and work your way up to the more complex concepts. There will be several quizzes along the way to test your knowledge of the concepts you are learning.

By the end of the course, you will understand core programming concepts, how to create games in GameMaker: Studio, and you will have a cool maze game that you can show off to your friends and family.

Game Maker Language Guide

Anyone who wants to easily create games
Beginner programmers who want a friendly environment to learn in