The Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization equips learners with the skills to design, script, and build interactive 2D games using Unity. Through four project-based courses, you’ll master game mechanics, physics simulations, animations, collision detection, AI navigation, and UI integration. Whether you’re a beginner or an aspiring developer, you’ll gain practical, portfolio-ready experience by creating fully functional games such as Breakout, Gem Collector, and more. By completing this program, you’ll be prepared to bring your own game ideas to life and take the first steps toward a career in game development.
Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization
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Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization
Build Interactive 2D Games with Unity. Learn Unity fundamentals through projects, scripting, and hands-on 2D game development.
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Design and implement interactive 2D game mechanics using Unity’s physics and animation tools.
Develop modular scripts to manage scoring, game states, collisions, and object interactions.
Build portfolio-ready projects that demonstrate coding, design, and problem-solving skills.
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September 2025
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Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Design and implement physics-based ball mechanics with Unity’s 2D engine.
Script a Game Manager, modular brick classes, and scoring systems.
Build win/lose conditions and polish gameplay with particle effects and feedback.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Unity Engine
Category: UI Components
Category: Debugging
Category: Visualization (Computer Graphics)
Category: Game Design
Category: User Interface (UI)
Category: C# (Programming Language)
Category: Scripting
Category: Animation and Game Design
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Software Architecture
Category: Object Oriented Design
What you'll learn
Analyze Unity’s environment and implement interactive 2D/3D assets with scripts.
Build animations, modular scripts, and AI-driven navigation for dynamic gameplay.
Evaluate and refine physics-based interactions to create immersive player experiences.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Unity Engine
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Game Design
Category: Scripting
Category: C# (Programming Language)
Category: Maintainability
Category: Development Environment
Category: Virtual Environment
Category: Animation and Game Design
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
Category: Interactive Design
What you'll learn
Set up Unity environment, animations, and implement raycasting with collision.
Design claw mechanics, object spawning, and interactive scoring systems.
Build and refine complete game logic to deliver a playable Gem Collector game.
Skills you'll gain
Category: UI Components
Category: Animations
Category: Unity Engine
Category: Debugging
Category: Development Environment
Category: C# (Programming Language)
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Game Design
Category: Scripting
What you'll learn
Manage sprites, animate characters, and script chopper movement in Unity.
Implement collision detection, obstacle spawning, and scoring systems.
Design responsive environments, game logic, and polished UI elements.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Game Design
Category: Computer Programming Tools
Category: Scripting
Category: C# (Programming Language)
Category: Unity Engine
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Category: User Interface (UI)
Category: Interactive Design
Category: Animation and Game Design
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Frequently asked questions
Learners can expect to complete the Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects Specialization in approximately 12 to 13 weeks, dedicating an average of 3–4 hours per week. This flexible schedule allows you to progress at a steady pace while balancing other commitments. Each course is carefully structured to build on the previous one, ensuring that by the end of the program you will have both a strong foundation in Unity and a portfolio of polished 2D game projects to showcase your skills.
No prior Unity experience is required. A basic understanding of programming concepts, such as variables, loops, and conditionals, will be helpful but not mandatory. The courses are beginner-friendly and gradually progress to intermediate-level projects.
Yes, it is strongly recommended to follow the courses in sequence. Each course builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in the previous one, ensuring a smooth learning progression from Unity fundamentals to advanced 2D game development.
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