Evolution of Game Design: 1990 to the late 2000s

Uncover the technological advancements of the early 1990s and delve into the development of fourth- and fifth-generation video game consoles with this online course from LaSalle College’s Vancouver campus, crowned the #1 undergraduate school in Canada for video game design by the Princeton Review 10 years in a row.

You will also explore the rise of iconic corporate video game mascots during this era.

Your journey will then conclude with an in-depth look at the sixth- and seventh-generation gaming consoles.

Topics covered include:

• Mascot wars
• A new dimension
• A changing of the guard
• The dawn of high definition

This course will contribute to your learning by exploring the following modules:

• Welcome
• Week 1: Mascot wars
• Week 2: A New dimension
• Week 3: A Changing of the guard
• Week 4: The dawn of high definition
• Wrap-up