3D Game Designing Course

Did you know that currently there are 3.32 billion gamers all over the world? Out of these, 1.5 billion gamers are from Asia alone. If you are one of  those gamers, imagine what it would be like to be on the other side creating the game!

The world of 3D online gaming is growing rapidly. Thus, your scope of entering the industry as a professional is also increasing at a fast rate. As a designer of games, your job is to create a simulating environment and realistic characters using 3D software. In this course, you additionally learn how to add animation and interactive experiences that gaming provides.

What are Some of the Most Popular Types of Games?

Among 3D games, following are some of the most popular genres in the world that are played on mobile phones, tablets, laptops, or gaming consoles like Xbox and Play Station:

Shooting

Being one of the most popular genres in the gaming industry, they can be very simulating and offer intense experiences to players. The good ones offer multi-player experiences in a highly detailed environment. Some of the most popular games in this genre include Halo, Fortnite, and Uncharted.

Adventure

Along with a detailed and simulating environment, adventure games also have detailed storylines and narratives and interesting puzzles. The controls are usually minimalistic in nature. Some popular examples include The Secret of Monkey Island, Broken Sword, and Ace Attorney.

Role-Playing Games

In role-playing games, along with focusing on details of the environment, there is also a lot of focus on the characters. Most of these games are multi-character and involve complex storylines that are based on the moves made by the players. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Dragon Quest XI, and Darkest Dungeon are some popular examples of role-playing games.

Battles

These games too involve multi-character play in a highly detailed and simulating environment. It provides an intensely thrilling experience to players as they revolve around survival and winning strategies. Apex Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Dota 2 are some examples in this genre.

Strategy

These games focus more on the details of the environment and its elements, and players focus more on tactical decision making. While games like Age of Empires and StarCraft require more continuous play, games like Total War: Shogun 2 and Civilization VI offer more time to the players.

Sports

More popularly played with gaming consoles, sports like football, golf, tennis, and basketball always remain popular to be played in a simulated environment. FIFA, Madden NFL, and NBA 2K are some popular examples.

Racing

Racing games have evolved over the years to give a more realistic experience of driving to the player, especially when played with gaming consoles. The game designer’s focus lies more on making the experience more simulating for the player.

Horror

Those who enjoy frightening and thrilling experiences do opt to play games like Resident Evil and Outlast. The focus lies more on creating an environment that is both scary and realistic for the player, along with providing the simulation of actually being present there.

Which Software Will You be Learning in this Course?

Designing detailed 3D online games which involve a lot of simulating experiences require multiple tasks in the workflow. Following are some of the software you’ll learn to use in this intensive, hands-on learning course:

Adobe Photoshop

One of the most popular image editing software used by professional graphic designers worldwide, this software can also be used for creating images. Its tools and features allow you to create textures and elements.

Autodesk Maya

This is one of the most efficient and thus popular 3d software which allows you to create 3D characters and environments in detail. You can add textures, animation, lighting, and rigging, which is why professionals in the 3D animation industry use it for making several creations.

Pixologic ZBrush

It is the leading software in the industry for 3D sculpting and painting of characters. The most popular games including The Last of Us, God of War, and Assassin Creed are made using this software.

Adobe Substance Painter

This 3D  software also has some amazing tools to provide realistic and life-like textures to your creations. It is very easy to use for exporting characters and elements into game engines.

Marmoset Toolbag

Offering real-time rendering, baking, and texturing features, the software can be of great use for creating scenes in a realistic environment that 3D gaming provides. Its tools also allow you to design detailed elements for your 3D environment.

Unreal Engine

This is a great software for creating virtual worlds that seem real for a simulating 3D game. Games like Shin Megami Tensei V, Kingdom Hearts III, Racing Master, and Tower of Fantasy were developed using this software.

Other Takeaways from the Classroom

Other than training you to use the software needed for game designing and development, our faculty ensures that students from this academy develop the professional skills needed to provide players with a unique, engaging, and thrilling experience.

Here’s what you’ll be learning in your 10-month intensive training for 3D game design:

Introduction to the Fundamentals of 3D Game Design

Explore the world of online gaming and how 3D animation has changed it completely over the years. We’ll be introducing you to how these games are made in the industry, starting from the conceptualization of the storyline, characters, and the environment, to the designing and animation for the same. Discover the various software used for creating 3D models and providing them with colours, textures, detailing, and animation.

Exploring the Various Genres of 3D Gaming that are Currently Trending

Today’s youth enjoys playing games that are thrilling and exciting for them. With 3D gaming, they have the exposure to enjoy more simulating experiences, where they feel like they are in a real world. Genres like adventure, action, battles, role playing, shooting, racing, and sports are extremely popular. Discover the most popular games among these genres in different parts of the world.

Enhancing User Experience with a Well-Developed Game

Our practical hands-on training with various 3D modelling software will help you gain multiple technical and professional skills. We train you to enhance the user experience of players by polishing your skills with detailing of your 3D models, texturing, rigging, animation, and screen plays. Create a professional, industry-standard game of your own while you learn the art of 3D game design with us.

Why Do the Course with eQuinoxx Creative Academy?

3D animation has a scope in several fields, and 3D gaming is one field where you can truly specialize. Since the industry is booming, you have plenty of opportunities in the world to be a professional game designer or developer.

Following are some of the reasons why you can choose to acquire the skills you need from eQuinoxx Creative Academy:

Well-Established Institution

The academy has been established for 15 years and has seen thousands of young and passionate students turn into professionals. Our students have moved on to work in some of the best companies in the industry.

Industry Expertise of the Faculty

Our faculty comprises of professionals with sufficient amount of experience in the industry and great expertise in their field of 3D game design. Thus, not only are they capable of imparting the technical skills you require for your work, but also other professional skills that can come in handy when you start working.

Hands-on Learning Experience

All courses at eQuinoxx Creative Academy are designed to provide you with practical knowledge of the industry. We do not focus on theories that may only be useful for examinations. Our goal is to help freshers turn into professionals who are ready to step into the industry and work wonders. Hence, our course is oriented towards providing more practical learning experiences.

Intensive Curriculum with Industry-Standard Software

Since our course focuses more on hands-on learning experience to prepare you for the professional journey that lies ahead, all the software that you will be learning are industry-standard software. You shall be getting free access to all the software that you’ll be learning from the academy.

Flexible Schedules

We provide you with flexible class timings to accommodate your busy schedule. Our academy is also open on Saturdays and you can choose between different options for attending a particular class.

Portfolio Building

For a fresher, having a portfolio to showcase talent and skills is very helpful to get exposure from a good company. Our hands-on learning experience module and supportive faculty will guide you to build a portfolio that is suitable for the post you wish to apply.

Placement Assistance

We have tie-ups with some of the best companies in the industry where our students have been recruited in the past. Our faculty guides you with your CV, portfolio, and interview process. Additionally, our placement team will also help you with the application process and update you with positions available in various companies.

The Road Ahead in the Professional Industry of 3D Gaming

The 10-month intensive course provides you with practical hands-on experience of designing 3D online games. Following are some of the positions you can apply for after completion of the course:

Game Designer

At this post, your main job is to conceptualize the entire game, which includes the structure of the environment, the mechanics, and the user experience along with the storyline.

3D Artist

The main job of the 3D artist is to design the characters and the environment for the game. It includes 3D modelling using 3D software along with texturing and rigging.

Environment Artist

These artists specialize in creating detailed environments for some simulating games. Their primary focus lies on every element present in the environment to be as realistic as possible.

Level Designer

At this post, you specialize on creating the user experience and environment at each different level of the game. It includes working on the challenges the player will face to get to higher levels in the game.

Game Animator

The primary focus of the animator lies in adding life to the characters and making the environment more realistic that are designed by the 3D artist. You work on the various scenes and possible outcomes of the game.

Game Developer

The developer’s job is to implement the work of the 3D artist, environment artist, game animator, level designer, and game designer into finally developing the actual game. All the work is compiled into the game engine and tested before release.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility criteria for this course?

Your mere interest in the field of 3D game designing and becoming a professional is enough to sign up for the course. It is open to freshers and we provide you with all the knowledge you need from scratch. Having a good knowledge base about the world of online 3D gaming may be helpful.

Do we need prior knowledge in graphic designing or animation?

While having prior knowledge in graphic designing and animation may be helpful, it is not mandatory for this course. We teach you all the skills you’ll be needing to become a professional game designer from scratch.

Which software will we be learning to use in this course?

The software covered in this course include Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Substance Painter, Autodesk Maya, Pixologic ZBrush, Marmoset Toolbag, and Unreal Engine.

What is the duration of this course?

The 3D game designing course is an intensive ands-on learning experience that lasts for 10 months.

Do we get a certificate or diploma at the end of this course?

Yes, you shall receive a professional certificate at the end of this course, which shall officially qualify you as a professional game designer.

How much do you charge for this course?

Our current fee structure is available with the admission team of the academy. Kindly contact us or visit our office to know more.

Do you offer placement assistance?

Yes, our faculty and placement team guides all students with the application process, interview process, portfolio building, and building your CV. We have some of the best companies in the industry recruiting our students as game designers, 3D artists, and game animators.