Youth Digital Literacy and Technology Programs

Join Catalyst Games as you explore game design and creating your very own game prototype.

Whether you’re a total beginner or have some experience, you’ll get to deep dive into the exciting process of making games with the help of an experienced game designer.

What is covered over the 4 sessions:

1. Starting with Game Mechanics
   We’ll kick things off by talking about game mechanics—how games work—focusing on what interests you most. You’ll choose one idea to explore and create a simple paper prototype, going through two rounds of testing and improving it with our support.
2. Building Core Gameplay Loops
   Next, we’ll take your prototype to the next level by adding a core gameplay loop. This is the “heartbeat” of your game—how the mechanics connect and interact. You’ll see your game start to feel more real as we focus on how it all works together.
3. World-Building Magic
   After a quick break, it’s time to add some personality to your game! We’ll dive into world-building, creating a fun and interesting world that fits with your game’s mechanics. This part is all about making your game stand out and feel exciting to play.
4. From Prototype to Next Steps
   In the final part of the workshop, we’ll explore what happens after you’ve made a game. You’ll think about who your game is for, what platform it might be on, and how it could grow if you wanted to develop it further. We’ll finish up by playing each other’s prototypes, sharing ideas, and having some fun.

We also explore some traditional board games like snakes and ladders and seeing what happens when the rules are changed and additional mechanics to see what changes and what the new user experience is like.

Date: Weekly on Thursdays, 8, 15, 22, and 29 May.

Time: 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Age: 12+ years

Location: Twelve25 Youth Centre, 17 Wiltshire Street Salisbury SA 5108

Cost: $20

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Ready to turn your video game ideas into reality? In this hands-on workshop, learn the fundamentals of game coding and design using Microsoft Makecode Arcade.

By the end of each workshop, you'll have your very own playable game to share with friends and family. Whether you're a gaming enthusiast or looking to build a future in tech, this workshop will give you the skills to start creating your own digital worlds!

Tuesday 3 June: Game creation basics - creating your world and coding movement.

Tuesday 10 June: Space invaders

Tuesday 17 June: Platform Jumper

Details:

Location: Twelve 25 Youth Centre, 17 Wiltshire Street, Salisbury SA 5108

Time: 4pm to 5.30pm

Age: Recommended for ages 12 to 17

Cost: $5 per session

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Get involved with the Northern Adelaide eSports League (NOADE) and a range of eSports events and tournaments.

The focus of NOADE events is to help participants develop their tournament play in a safe and positive environment. NOADE is all about gamers connecting with each other, having fun and learning new skills in a positive way.

Established in 2013 as Twelve25 LAN and later becoming Salisbury eSports League (SESL), the northern eSports competition has recently become the Northern Adelaide eSports League. The name change represents an exciting new future for eSports in the north of Adelaide.

NOADE League is facilitated by Academy of Gaming Film & Animation (AGFA) from Northern Adelaide Senior College and staff and youth volunteers from the City of Salisbury.

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