Game Making with MakeCode

Create your first video game with MakeCode. Students in grades 3-12 work with a live instructor to design a character, add movement, and build simple challenges—then watch their game come to life. A fun, beginner-friendly way to spark creativity and problem-solving.

Game Making with MakeCode illustration

Course Overview

In this engaging class, students in grades 3 through 12 discover the thrill of making their very first video game! Working alongside experienced instructors, students learn game development fundamentals in a fun, beginner-friendly environment.

Each session, students will:

  • Design and customize their own game characters
  • Add movement and controls to bring characters to life
  • Create simple game challenges and obstacles
  • Deploy and share their finished games

This hands-on course sparks creativity, builds problem-solving skills, and gets kids excited about technology—all while having fun! No prior coding experience needed. All students leave with playable games they can share with friends and family.