The Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization equips learners with the skills to design, script, and build interactive 2D games using Unity. Through four project-based courses, you’ll master game mechanics, physics simulations, animations, collision detection, AI navigation, and UI integration. Whether you’re a beginner or an aspiring developer, you’ll gain practical, portfolio-ready experience by creating fully functional games such as Breakout, Gem Collector, and more. By completing this program, you’ll be prepared to bring your own game ideas to life and take the first steps toward a career in game development.
Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization
Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization
Build Interactive 2D Games with Unity. Learn Unity fundamentals through projects, scripting, and hands-on 2D game development.
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Design and implement interactive 2D game mechanics using Unity’s physics and animation tools.
Develop modular scripts to manage scoring, game states, collisions, and object interactions.
Build portfolio-ready projects that demonstrate coding, design, and problem-solving skills.
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Skills you'll gain
- Object Oriented Design
- Scripting
- Virtual Environment
- Animation and Game Design
- Animations
- Visualization (Computer Graphics)
- Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
- Software Design Patterns
- Video Game Development
- Software Architecture
- Game Design
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
- 3D Assets
- Interactive Design
- Development Environment
- Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
- User Interface (UI)
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September 2025
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Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Design and implement physics-based ball mechanics with Unity’s 2D engine.
Script a Game Manager, modular brick classes, and scoring systems.
Build win/lose conditions and polish gameplay with particle effects and feedback.
Skills you'll gain
Unity Engine, Scripting, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Object Oriented Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Video Game Development, Software Architecture, Debugging, and C# (Programming Language)
What you'll learn
Analyze Unity’s environment and implement interactive 2D/3D assets with scripts.
Build animations, modular scripts, and AI-driven navigation for dynamic gameplay.
Evaluate and refine physics-based interactions to create immersive player experiences.
Skills you'll gain
Unity Engine, Scripting, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Software Design Patterns, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Development Environment, and 3D Assets
What you'll learn
Set up Unity environment, animations, and implement raycasting with collision.
Design claw mechanics, object spawning, and interactive scoring systems.
Build and refine complete game logic to deliver a playable Gem Collector game.
Skills you'll gain
Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Animations, Scripting, UI Components, C# (Programming Language), Development Environment, Game Design, and Debugging
What you'll learn
Manage sprites, animate characters, and script chopper movement in Unity.
Implement collision detection, obstacle spawning, and scoring systems.
Design responsive environments, game logic, and polished UI elements.
Skills you'll gain
Unity Engine, Scripting, Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Software Development Tools, Interactive Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), and Debugging
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Frequently asked questions
Learners can expect to complete the Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization in approximately 12 to 13 weeks, dedicating an average of 3–4 hours per week. This flexible schedule allows you to progress at a steady pace while balancing other commitments. Each course is carefully structured to build on the previous one, ensuring that by the end of the program you will have both a strong foundation in Unity and a portfolio of polished 2D game projects to showcase your skills.
No prior Unity experience is required. A basic understanding of programming concepts, such as variables, loops, and conditionals, will be helpful but not mandatory. The courses are beginner-friendly and gradually progress to intermediate-level projects.
Yes, it is strongly recommended to follow the courses in sequence. Each course builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in the previous one, ensuring a smooth learning progression from Unity fundamentals to advanced 2D game development.
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