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Have you ever dreamed of designing, creating, and publishing your own games?
Learn To Design (& Publish) Games With Justin Gary
If you are anything like me, you love the idea of making awesome games to share with the world.
But starting down that creative path can be tough, and you probably don’t have time to waste making big mistakes that could cost thousands of dollars and hold your game back for years.
That's why, after a 20-year career in game design, a game design book, and a game design podcast, I've decided to create a course.
Introducing the Think Like A Game Designer Mastery Course. A simple and effective way to learn game design.
This course will not just help you learn to bring your game to life, but teach you to take the first steps toward a career in game design.
The Think Like A Game Designer Mastery Course is a step-by-step approach to game design that will give you the confidence to create your game and the knowledge to side-step the design mistakes that every new designer makes.
This course is designed to transform you from a person with games on the brain to games on the table.
I'll show you how to come up with ideas, iterate on your design, prototype on the cheap, effectively play-test, and finally, get your game published.
Why Join The Think Like A Game Designer Mastery Course Beta?
If you signup for the Think Like A Game Designer Mastery Course right now while it's in beta, you'll get tons of hands on training from me and my team that will 100% never be offered at this price again, including:
Exclusive 1-on-1 Coaching Call with Justin Gary
This is a private call with Justin that will likely only be included to the initial group of beta testers. He will discuss your game design path, to point you in the right direction.
Group Mastermind Calls
These are monthly group calls with Justin and your fellow classmates. Here you can ask questions and get advice on the coursework or your design.
Exclusive Access to Justin's Private Discord
The Think Like A Game Designer Discord is a way for you to interact with your classmates, Justin Gary, and the design team from Stone Blade. Get advice, meet other designers, and have fun.
Plus, Even More Bonuses:
- Justin's international best-selling book, Think Like a Game Designer
- Early access to the audiobook chapters from Think Like a Game Designer
- Justin's PAX 2019 Talk "How to Make Games That Last" which is unavailable anywhere else.
- Exclusive Q&A Video from PAX 2019
- The Kobold Guide to Board Game Design
- Puzzlecraft and the Puzzlecraft Workbook PDFs
- And more!
What are Group Masterminds?
Group Masterminds are periodic calls designed to create a variety of different learning experiences.
These will include:
Q&A hot-seats where you'll talk about your design with Justin's team and get instant feedback.
Conversations with talented game designers from across the industry so you can learn from the best.
Justin's personal tips and tricks for overcoming problems that are specific to your games.
New lessons based on Justin's current experience in game design. Here, he'll walk you through the process he's using for one of his personal projects so you can see the lessons in action.
What Can I expect to learn?
Master proven step-by-step exercises to make your creative dreams a reality.
How to test your games without ego so you can quickly solve your game's biggest sticking points.
How to effectively combine pre-existing game mechanics to create new and fantastic designs that players will love.
How to master the Core Design Loop process so that you can efficiently and effectively root out problems and iterate like a pro.
How to avoid the Three Big Rulebook Mistakes that nearly ever novice designer makes.
Learn how you can make a living as a game designer and get your games published!
Learn Kickfinisher Strategies that have been used to successfully crowdfund millions of dollars!
Answer the Design Motivation Questions to create the life of your dreams as a game designer.
Learn Justin’s Prototyping Principles that can turn the things you already have in your home into hugely successful games.
Discover the counter-intuitive secret ingredient that keeps players excited to keep playing your game and buying expansions.
Embrace the Always Be Exploring mentality that will become a limitless source of game design.
Learn the Game in a Box Technique to help you design games and game mechanics on the spot!
Find out what Justin's Never-Forget Tips are, lessons he’s distilled from over 20 years in the gaming industry.
Learn the biggest mistake novice game designers make when it comes to creating their first game and how to avoid it.
Maximize the enjoyable experiences of your players so your game stands the test of time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the 1-on-1 call with Justin work?
The 1-on-1 call is a private call between you and Justin about where you're at in game design and where you want to go.
Upon registering, you'll be able to sign up for your call. It's the first lesson in the course!
How long do I have access to the course?
Though you'll complete the course in 12-weeks, if you join now during the beta, you'll have a full year to access the course materials.
Time constraints are proven to increase a person's motivation to complete a project or course.
This course offers you more than enough time to complete a game and we'll be here to help you along the way.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
If you do the work and are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the up to 30 days after your purchase and we will give you a full refund and you can keep the bonuses as our gift to you.
Will I be able to get the 1-on-1 coaching call with Justin in the future?
For now, the 1-on-1 call with Justin will only be included for the first round of beta testers.
Do I have to have any previous game design experience?
Nope. Just a desire to make games.
If I have previous game design experience will this course help me?
Yes, absolutely. The Think Like A Game Designer Mastery Course is designed to take anyone who joins into the next level. Whether you're brand new or a veteran of design, you'll be glad you joined the fun.
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