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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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4 course series

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Beginner level

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4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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4 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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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Specialization - 4 course series

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.

Applied Learning Project

Each course includes hands-on projects where learners apply Unity tools and scripting to create complete games, such as Breakout, Gem Collector, and a 2D chopper game. These projects challenge learners to solve real-world design and coding problems, reinforcing both technical and creative skills while producing portfolio-ready results.

Build & Script a Breakout Game in Unity

Course 13 hours

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

Category: Unity Engine

Category: Scripting

Category: Game Design

Category: User Interface (UI)

Category: Animation and Game Design

Category: Software Architecture

Category: Debugging

Category: Video Game Development

Category: C# (Programming Language)

Category: Object Oriented Design

Category: Visualization (Computer Graphics)

Category: UI Components

Master Unity: Build, Animate & Script Interactive Games

Course 210 hours

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

Category: C# (Programming Language)

Category: Game Design

Category: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

Category: Scripting

Category: Interactive Design

Category: Video Game Development

Category: Software Design Patterns

Category: 3D Assets

Category: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

Category: Development Environment

Category: Animation and Game Design

Category: Virtual Environment

Category: Unity Engine

Master Unity: Design & Develop a Gem Collector Game

Course 34 hours

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

Category: C# (Programming Language)

Category: UI Components

Category: Game Design

Category: Video Game Development

Category: Animations

Category: Unity Engine

Category: Debugging

Category: Development Environment

Category: Scripting

Unity Game Development: Beginner to Intermediate

Course 411 hours

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

Category: Animation and Game Design

Category: Video Game Development

Category: Debugging

Category: Unity Engine

Category: Scripting

Category: User Interface (UI)

Category: Game Design

Category: Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

Category: Interactive Design

Category: Software Development Tools

Category: C# (Programming Language)

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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.

By completing this Specialization, you will be able to design, script, and publish interactive 2D games in Unity. You’ll have hands-on experience with physics, animations, AI, and game logic, along with portfolio-ready projects like Breakout and Gem Collector. These skills will prepare you to pursue entry-level game development roles or continue advancing toward more complex Unity projects.