Game Development Training in Portland

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level game developers and AI enthusiasts who wish to integrate AI agents into gaming applications effectively.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of AI agents in modern gaming.
• Develop decision-making systems using decision trees and finite state machines.
• Implement pathfinding algorithms such as A* for in-game navigation.
• Apply reinforcement learning techniques to create adaptive AI behaviors.
• Optimize AI performance for real-time gaming environments.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at artists, game developers, or complete beginners who wish to use Blender to create 3D models for interactive applications, video games, animated films, etc.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn how to create animations and visual effects with Blender.
• Add curves, surfaces, metaballs, and hair particles to simulate realistic 3D motions.
• Introduction to non-destructive modelling and animation.
• Export 3D models and assets to a game engine, 3D printer, or other software.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at artists, game developers, or complete beginners who wish to use Blender to create 3D models for interactive applications, video games, animated films, etc.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and core concepts of 3D modeling.
• Explore a variety of modes and tools for modeling and editing 3D meshes.
• Use the tools for UV mapping/unwrapping, sculpting, and painting 3D models renderring.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level game developers and UGC creators who wish to design, develop, and publish interactive and monetizable experiences for Fortnite players.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basics of UEFN and its role in creating user-generated content within Fortnite.
• Navigate the UEFN interface, set up projects, and manage assets effectively.
• Develop and publish custom Fortnite experiences using worldbuilding and landscaping tools.
• Apply basic programming concepts using the Verse scripting language.
• Collaborate on UEFN projects and prepare for monetization opportunities in Fortnite.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level 3D artists, game developers, and visualization professionals who wish to leverage their skills in Autodesk 3ds Max and learn how to create immersive real-time experiences in Unreal Engine.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key differences between 3ds Max and Unreal Engine workflows.
• Import 3D models, animations, and assets from 3ds Max into Unreal Engine.
• Create and customize materials, textures, and shaders in Unreal Engine.
• Set up dynamic lighting and global illumination for real-time rendering.
• Implement interactivity and gameplay mechanics using Blueprint visual scripting.
• Optimize assets and scenes for real-time performance and efficiency.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at artists, game developers, or complete beginners who wish to use Blender to create 3D models for interactive applications, video games, animated films, etc.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and core concepts of 3D modeling.
• Explore a variety of modes and tools for modeling and editing 3D meshes.
• Learn how to create animations and visual effects with Blender.
• Add curves, surfaces, metaballs, and hair particles to simulate realistic 3D motions.
• Use the tools for UV mapping/unwrapping, sculpting, and painting 3D models.
• Export 3D models and assets to a game engine, 3D printer, or other software. 

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner to intermediate-level programmers who wish to create their own Roblox games.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a Roblox studio.
• Learn the fundamentals of creating a Roblox game.
• Build game objects and add game behavior.
• Use animations in games.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland (online or onsite) is aimed at game developers who wish to get a comprehensive understanding of UE5 and how to use it to create stunning real-time content.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn and understand the new features of the UE5 release.
• Utilize the real-time 3D creation tool capability of UE5 to create realistic visuals.
• Explore and build visual worlds and games.
• Learn and master game design principles.
• Create cutscene animations.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland covers the fundamentals of game development with Unity while walking participants step-by-step through the creation of their own game.

This instructor-led, live training in Portland covers the fundamentals of game development with Unreal Engine 4 while giving participants the chance to create their own sample game.

Format of the Course

• Interactive presentations and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.