A cutting-edge degree for students passionate about creating interactive digital experiences. It focuses on game mechanics, storytelling, visual design, user experience, and development tools. Students learn to design, prototype, and evaluate games for entertainment, education, and other industries, blending artistic creativity with technical skills.

Many students choose Game Design because:

1. Love for video games and interactive storytelling.
2. Combines art, technology, and psychology in one creative field.
3. Opportunities in entertainment, education, and serious game development.
   

Some students do not choose Game Design because:

1. Requires mastering various tools and coding basics.
2. High competition and rapid changes in the gaming industry.
3. Long hours during game testing and production phases.
   

Lifestyle During Study:

1. Hands-on projects using game engines like Unity or Unreal.
2. Courses in 2D/3D design, narrative structure, and player psychology.
   

After Graduation:

1. Work in game studios, indie development, education, or multimedia design.
2. Roles include designing gameplay, user experience, or visual environments.
   

What is Hard

Balancing gameplay mechanics, storytelling, and user feedback effectively.

What is Easy: 

Conceptualising creative game ideas if you’re imaginative and observant.

Statistics:

The average salary for a UX Designer In KSA is SAR 92,599/year. source

Fun Fact:

“Game designers are storytellers, artists, and engineers—often all in one.”

This field is for you if you like:

1. Video games and interactive media
2. Art and visual storytelling
3. Creative writing and character development
4. Coding and game engines
5. UX/UI design
6. 2D and 3D animation
7. Level design and prototyping
8. Psychology and player behavior
9. Sound design and music integration
10. Team collaboration and problem-solving
    

Career Opportunities:

1. Game Designer
2. Level Designer
3. Game Artist
4. Narrative Designer
5. UX/UI Designer for Games
6. Game Producer
7. Indie Game Developer
8. Technical Artist
9. Serious Game Developer (education, healthcare, etc.)
10. Quality Assurance Tester
    

Relevant Certifications to consider:

1. Unity Certified Developer
2. Unreal Engine Certification
3. Adobe Creative Suite Certification
4. Game Design and Development MOOCs (Coursera, edX)