Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Arts

Pratt Institute

Games explore complex ideas, systems, and how we engage with one another and communities. As a student, you will learn how to create games from the ground up, researching, designing, and developing emergent narratives and worlds that connect people through play. The Game Arts program offers a comprehensive education in the art of game design. In the program, you will learn all the necessary skills to work in AAA studios, indie game startups, game-adjacent fields, or as independent artists exploring the medium. The curriculum emphasizes game history and theory alongside collaborative group projects where students learn to navigate the complexities of team dynamics, problem-solving, and project management, found in professional game development environments.Students dive deep into game creation within our studio courses, honing their craft through a variety of approaches. They master 3D modeling, unravel the intricacies of game development and programming, craft compelling narratives, and design intuitive user interfaces and experiences. Additionally, our students explore the nuances of level design, tabletop game design, animation, and XR (extended reality) design. This broad spectrum of skills prepares them to address the dynamic challenges of modern game development.

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