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Brad Nelson (independent developer of the forthcoming Lone Wolf) will lead a hands-on workshop that provides information on designing and developing a video game. A short lecture will cover the basic design strategies of developing a video game, including the game's purpose and it's intended audience.

Another text based tutorial by Green Light Go. This one will walk you through creating a platform game step by step.

Another text based tutorial by Green Light Go. This one will walk you through creating a platform game step by step.

There are many sprite sites out there, and many of them have sprites others don't. So, to save you the trouble of googling multiple sites for a specific sprite, I'm posting a THIRD sprite site. I know of a couple more, too. This one is great because they copied the sprites from their favorite videogames. There are many users, all posting sprites!

This is a site that list 50 of the best game design blogs out there. This is valuable because you have access to a lot of blogs where you can get ideas and valuable information that could be used to your game. This website list the top 50, and that's good because you know you're probably not going to get a blog that goes off topic talking about tacos and benie babies.

Multi-format Export When combined with additional export modules, GameMaker: Studio™ can take your game's single codebase and produce ready-to-run executables and store-ready apps for multiple platforms with a single click. it iS A GREAT tool into exploring game maker and has turtrials and alot of cool games to play so if you are struggiling this is for you.

Hi guys! Check this web page out!!! It has some great and interesting tips for when you are designing a game and I really think this could help us out in the mission :) This website is perfect if you need some advice or inspiration while playing a game.

From YoYoGames Wiki Game Maker Scripts are used in Game Maker to execute code. A Game Maker script is basically a function, capable of taking arguments in, and returning a certain return value. The advantage of scripts over regular pieces of code is that they could be performed more than once, saving file size, memory, and also making the code simpler to read, understand, and edit.

Sakari-Infinity is a website that allows you to download free music, as long as you don't alter or sell it etc. It's a great site if your looking for background music. All Audio Files provided by Sakari Infinity are licensed under a Creative Commons.

This link will bring you to a forum that provides tips and tricks for game maker. It also provides access to discussions about common questions with the software.

This website is all about Game Maker. It is a forum and people post all sorts of things like game ideas, and games that are a work-in-progress. This is valuable because you can connect to the Game Maker community, and generally make better games.

The STEM Video Game Challenge is running through March. Participants can register now and utilize a number of free game design tools to create their own game or submit a design document with an idea for a new game. The contest is open to US residents in grades 6 through 12.

This video tell you how to make a test chamber in Portal 2. It is very helpful for people who want to make a test chamber, but don't know what they should do to make one.

This tutorial will guide you through the process of creating a platform game including gravity, vertical speed, collisions, etc.

This video teaches you how to make a platform game, including how to use gravity, how to use jumping, and everything else that you would need to make a platformer game.

Hi Guys! I use this game to test out its level editor. At the bottom, it says, "Download EXE". If you'd like, download the game. You can also use the picture on top. Click it to start. WIthin the game, there is a level editor. I use it to test out odd ideas, and I see it like Sploder. Instruction to go to the Level Editor: 1. Make a new save with the Play button. 2. Finish the tutorial and then get to the castle. 3. Walk into the castle and go to the star-door at the top right. 4. Talk to the toad. 5. Jump into the blank portal frame. You will also get a code that marks your game if you select the right tool. This allows games to be shared. :D Enjoy the level Editor! Reminds me of Sploder. What do you think?

To learn more about the creation of particular types of games a number of tutorials are available on this page. All tutorials have been rewritten for version 8 of Game Maker. They all contain a text document in pdf format, a number of example games, and often additional sprites and sounds.

Cube 2 is a first person shooter/ map maker game. I have used it before and it is a really fun game to play bot matches and create complex intricate levels. definitely try it out it is a lot of fun

This website is a bit of a hub for other tutorials, giving links to other resources and compiling them all in one helpful place. It's good to have a place to see everything else there.

Unity Training is a free program that helps you do everything from making a simple keyboard game to a 3d game with unity. They have made many instructional videos and have seen over 3.5 million views. It is great to learn about game design and design your own game.