Video games have come to be regarded as valuable educational resources. Through a combination of interactive environments and learning objectives, they have proven to be an effective tool in multiple ...

More than 3.2 billion people around the world play video games, and in 2023 alone, the U.S. video game industry created more than 350,000 jobs, according to the International Trade Administration.

Teachers generally frown upon students who play video games in class, but a public school in the Bronx has found a way to use video game design as an educational tool–and the results are astounding.

Student engagement is vital for any educator throughout the length of a course. The unfortunate reality is that a great teacher only has control of a student’s environment for a short period of time.

Bring your passion for gaming and we’ll help you learn the design and development skills you need for a career in the industry. In the bachelor’s program in game design and development at UAlbany, you ...