Course Overview:

Course Title: Android Game Development Essentials (Without Unity)

Course Duration: 24 Weeks (6 Months)

Course Description: This six-month course is designed for individuals aspiring to gain comprehensive skills in Android game development without relying on Unity. Participants will explore core concepts, best practices, and practical applications of native Android game development. Through hands-on projects, real-world scenarios, and detailed tutorials, participants will gain proficiency in creating engaging and interactive games for Android devices.

Detailed Course Outline:

Months 1-2: Introduction to Android Game Development

• Understanding Android Game Development Basics

  • Overview of game development concepts for Android
  • Introduction to the Android game development ecosystem

• Setting up an Android Game Development Environment

  • Installing and configuring necessary tools and libraries
  • Creating the first Android game project

Months 3-4: 2D Game Development with LibGDX

• Introduction to LibGDX Framework

  • Overview of LibGDX for 2D game development
  • Setting up a LibGDX project

• Creating Game Scenes and Entities

  • Designing game screens and entities
  • Implementing basic game mechanics

Months 5-6: Advanced 2D Game Features with LibGDX

• Physics and Animation in LibGDX

  • Implementing physics and animations
  • Enhancing visual effects in 2D games

• User Interface (UI) and Input Handling in LibGDX

  • Designing and implementing UI elements
  • Handling user input for a better gaming experience

Months 7-8: 3D Game Development with Rajawali Framework

• Introduction to 3D Game Development in Android

  • Working with 3D assets and models
  • Setting up a 3D game project with Rajawali

• Implementing 3D Physics and Animations

  • Adding realistic physics and animations to 3D games
  • Exploring advanced 3D features

Months 9-10: Game Mechanics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Android Games

• Game Design and Mechanics for Android

  • Understanding game mechanics and balancing
  • Creating engaging gameplay experiences

• Implementing AI in Android Games

  • Adding basic AI behaviors
  • Creating challenging opponents for players

Months 11-12: Mobile Game Optimization, Monetization, and Final Project

• Optimizing Mobile Games for Performance

  • Profiling and optimizing game performance
  • Implementing best practices for mobile devices

• Monetization Strategies for Mobile Games

  • Exploring in-app purchases and ads
  • Designing effective monetization strategies

• Final Project: Android Game Development

  • Applying learned concepts to a comprehensive real-world project
  • Developing a full-featured Android game with advanced features and functionality.

Evaluation and Assessment:

• Weekly coding assignments, mid-term projects, and a final project will be used to assess participants' understanding and application of Android game development skills.