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Compete with yourself to advance your skills in JCCC's dynamic game development courses. Thrive in our technology-driven program with two specialty tracks designed to teach you the compelling craft behind video game development.

What will I learn in JCCC's Game Development program?

Turn your love of gaming into a money-making career! Be your own hero and master high-demand skills that translate into professional success. During this four-semester associate degree program, you’ll create your own customized game and develop the technical skillset to work as a game designer or game programmer.

You’ll use the latest industry-standard hardware and software to create games that build your portfolio. 

Develop specialized skills that apply to other rewarding jobs in simulation or data visualization. Industries including healthcare, education and marketing value the interdisciplinary skillset of innovation, entrepreneurship and teambuilding you gain through a JCCC education.

Choose from two tracks, online or in person. In four semesters, you can graduate with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in:

Game Design – Are you a creative, critical thinker who enjoys world-building and visual storytelling? Unleash your imagination in the game design track. As a designer, you work in teams to develop the game world, quests and combat. Collaborate with other artists to determine the mood, style and mechanics of the game, including the assets and animation.

Game Programming – Do you enjoy unpacking the technical side of your favorite forms of entertainment? Bring artistic visions to life as a game programmer—an inventive career that combines the creativity of game creation with the problem-solving skills of programming. Take a designer’s concept and make it a reality through computer languages such as C#, C++ and Python.

Why JCCC?

JCCC was one of the first schools in the nation to offer gaming as a major and it’s still a notable innovator. Through interactive learning with advancing technology, you’ll master emerging trends in artificial intelligence, virtual reality and action-oriented storytelling.

Our interdisciplinary approach teaches you the business side of the gaming industry, giving you an entrepreneurial edge. You’ll also develop strong collaborative skills through teambuilding projects and networking opportunities.

Excel in our state-of-the-art facilities, designed for hands-on experience. Create realistic animations in our Gaming and Animation Lab. 

Continue to build your portfolio and your network outside the classroom through these College-sponsored clubs and organizations:

  • Computer Club – Get real-world experience creating programs, apps and games.
  • Animation Association – Establish lifelong connections, create and critique media, and access the tools you need to enter a rewarding job market.
  • eSports Club – Show off your skillset and compete with other colleges and universities in online and local matches.
  • Video Game Club – Everyone is welcome to stop by and play, from beginner to boss.
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The gaming industry is valued at $100 billion-plus worldwide. With an AAS from JCCC, you could work as a:

  • game programmer
  • engine or tool programmer
  • AI programmer
  • user interface developer
  • level designer
  • quality assurance tester
  • simulation builder

You can also continue on at a four-year institution to achieve a bachelor’s in game design, game programming, or game production.

Potential earnings fall within a widespread for this highly competitive market. In 2017, the lowest 10 percent reported earnings of less than $39,330, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $123,060.

Download the Animation and Game Development Program Outlook (PDF) for employment projections and salary information.

The cost of going to JCCC does not have to impede your educational goals. 

Here’s what JCCC has to offer for Game Development students: 

Supplies, textbooks and related costs may vary depending on your classes. 

There are several things to consider when budgeting for college. Visit our Cost of Attendance page for detailed information.

Resources at JCCC

From the Financial Aid office to the Career Development Center and Academic Counseling, JCCC provides assistance to help you achieve your long-term career goals.  You may also decide you want to transfer your credits to a four-year school. By transferring, you can further your studies and knowledge through various programs and career paths.