Resources & Further Reading
A curated collection of tools, tutorials, and references for the Game Design & Programming Club.
GDevelop
- GDevelop Official Site -- download or use the web version
- GDevelop Wiki & Docs -- comprehensive documentation
- GDevelop Education -- educator pricing and resources
- GDevelop YouTube Channel -- official tutorials
- GDevelop Community Forums -- ask questions, share projects
Free Game Assets
| Resource | What you get |
|---|---|
| Kenney.nl | High-quality free sprites, tiles, UI, and 3D models |
| OpenGameArt.org | Community-contributed game art (check licenses) |
| Freesound.org | Free sound effects |
| Free Music Archive | Free music (check licenses) |
| Poly Haven | Free 3D models, textures, and HDRIs |
| Sketchfab Free Models | Free 3D models in .glb format |
Game Design Learning
| Resource | Type | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Game Maker's Toolkit (YouTube) | Video essays | Understanding game design principles |
| Extra Credits (YouTube) | Animated lessons | Game design, game industry, history |
| The Level Design Book | Free online book | Level design theory and practice |
| Game UI Database | Reference | HUD and menu design inspiration |
Pixel Art Tools
| Tool | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Piskel | Free (web) | Great for beginners, animation support |
| Aseprite | $20 | Industry standard pixel art editor |
| Lospec Palette List | Free | Curated color palettes for pixel art |
Books (for curious students)
- The Art of Game Design by Jesse Schell -- the definitive game design textbook
- Rules of Play by Katie Salen & Eric Zimmerman -- game design fundamentals
- Level Up! The Guide to Great Video Game Design by Scott Rogers -- practical and fun
Publishing
| Platform | Purpose | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| GDevelop web export | Instant shareable link | Free |
| Grass Valley Arcade | School-hosted web arcade | Free |
| Steam | Desktop distribution | $100 per title |
Brian Lowe's Career Highlights
| Game | Year | Brian's Role |
|---|---|---|
| 720deg | 1986 | Midway |
| Gunstar Heroes (remaster) | 1993/2009 | Senior Producer |
| Sonic & Knuckles (remaster) | 1994/2009 | Senior Producer |
| Rampage 2: Universal Tour | 1999 | Producer |
| Space Invaders Extreme | 2008 | Backbone |
| Rock Band 3 | 2010 | Senior Producer |
| Sonic Generations | 2011 | Backbone/Sega |
| Sid Meier's Ace Patrol | 2013 | Senior Producer |
| FNAF: Security Breach | 2021 | Business Development |