Atkins Game Design is the premier High School game design program in the WS/FCS district. We are dedicated to helping students develop skills that will bring them success in careers and in life. Students use industry software including Adobe Suite, 3DS Max, and Unreal Engine (makers of Fortnite). Throughout the major, they create advanced board games, video games, and interactive virtual experiences. 

Highlights of the program include:

• Industry conferences and conventions

• Local and national college connections

• Complete game development and marketing

• 3D modeling and visualization

• Diverse development teams

• Opportunities for national scholarships and competitions

• Visual Programming and Intro to C++

• Game psychology and player engagement

• History of games and game theory

The following courses are required for the Game Design Major:

• Digital Design and Animation 1 Honors - This is the first course.

• Game Design 1 Honors

• Advanced Game Design Honors - (Game Design 1 is a prerequesite to this course)

One of the following courses must also be taken to complete the major:

• AP Computer Science Principles

• Digital Design and Animation 2 Honors - This is the second course.

• Digital Media Honors