INDIE GAME DEVELOPMENT
45hrs Part-Time | 6 Weeks
Learn the Fundamentals of Game Development using Unity and C#, supported by AI tools and guided by Industry-Experienced Game Developers.
Grants available for SG/PR*
Game Development using Unity Engine
Build, Design, and Launch Your Own Games at MAGES Institute Singapore
Turn your passion for gaming into a career with MAGES Institute’s Indie Game Development Course, one of Singapore’s most comprehensive and industry-focused Unity Game Development programs.
Learn to design, build, and publish your own games using professional tools and real-world workflows — all guided by experienced game developers.
Course Overview
The Game Development using Unity Engine course provides aspiring developers with the technical skills, design principles, and business knowledge needed to create and market their own games.
Through hands-on learning with the Unity Game Engine, students gain insight into the complete game development pipeline — from concept creation and coding to monetization and publishing.
What You’ll Learn:
- Fundamentals of game design, development, and storytelling
- Using Unity and Unreal Engine for building 2D, 3D, and VR games
- Core programming skills using C#
- Designing engaging game mechanics, levels, and user interfaces
- Asset creation and optimization for performance
- Understanding monetization models and publishing strategies for indie games
By the end of the program, students will have developed a fully playable indie game prototype and gained the confidence to continue building independently or as part of a studio team.
Why Learn Indie Game Development?
The indie gaming industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in entertainment, allowing creators to innovate freely without the constraints of large studios.
At MAGES Institute Singapore, we emphasize creativity, problem-solving, and technical mastery, empowering students to build games that are both imaginative and commercially viable.
You’ll explore how to design with limited resources — focusing on creativity, efficiency, and innovation — the hallmarks of successful indie developers.
Course Highlights
- Duration: 6 Months (Part-Time)
- Mode: Hands-on, Instructor-led Training
- Tools Covered: Unity, Unreal Engine, C#, Blender
- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Location: Singapore (On-Campus and Hybrid Learning Options)
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the Indie Game Development Course will be equipped to pursue roles such as:
- Indie Game Developer
- Unity Game Programmer
- Gameplay Designer
- Game Artist / Technical Artist
- AR/VR Developer
- Game Producer
Many MAGES alumni go on to publish their own games, collaborate with international teams, or join independent studios within Singapore’s growing creative tech ecosystem.
Why Study at MAGES Institute Singapore?
- Learn from industry professionals with AAA and indie studio experience
- Build a portfolio-ready game project by course completion
- Access state-of-the-art labs and collaborative learning spaces
- Be part of Singapore’s thriving indie game community
- Gain both technical and entrepreneurial skills to succeed in the gaming industry
Whether your goal is to start your own indie studio, publish a passion project, or enter the world of professional game development — MAGES Institute gives you the tools and mentorship to make it happen.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Dive into game development and coding using Unity, a leading real-time engine behind some of the world’s most popular games. Learn to build engaging gameplay experiences while following industry best practices and clean coding standards, guided by experienced professionals.
Leverage Generative AI tools to support your coding journey—whether you’re debugging, learning new concepts, or documenting your work.
From concept to production and testing, you’ll gain hands-on experience with both foundational techniques and emerging AI-powered workflows used in game creation.
DURATION: 45 Hrs across 6 weeks | Part-Time | Fri & Sat
STUDENT-TO-LECTURER RATIO: 18 Students : 1 Lecturer
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT: Lectures, Practical (Hands-on Application) and Project-based Assessment
COURSE START DATE : 13th Sep 2025
75% attendance is mandatory to complete the program
COURSE CODE: TGS-2020503924
Registered Course Name (MySkillsFuture Website): INDIE GAME DEVELOPMENT
SOFTWARES TAUGHT: Unity | C#
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: Windows Laptop with a Minimum of i7 (13th Gen) Processor or Ryzen 7, 16 GB RAM (32 GB recommended), RTX 2060 or above, 500GB SSD (1TB recommended).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS : 18yrs & Above, Min Education level – O Level, & Passionate to Develop and Publish their own games (Indie Game Developers)
For more detailed information visit FAQs section below.
*GRANTS AVAILABLE: SSG, SFC, PSEA, UTAP
*For additional grant eligibility, please contact us.
AWARD: Statement of Attainment and Certificate of Completion
INSTRUCTORS
TOPICS COVERED
- Present a polished prototype with working features and user interactions.
- Learn core design principles and explore what makes interactive experiences engaging.
- Build immersive 3D environments using Unity’s tools and workflows.
- Develop foundational programming skills with support from AI-assisted coding tools.
- Design and implement responsive UI using both world and screen space layouts.
- Create working prototypes that showcase gameplay mechanics and interactions.
- Implement systems such as physics, scoring, collisions, and animation.
- Produce essential design documentation including proposals and technical briefs.
- Present and refine your prototype through testing, feedback, and iteration.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Create a comprehensive game design document outlining objectives, genre, perspective, platform, rules, interface, visuals, and sound.
- Design a playable level and implement core player behaviors using Unity.
- Apply scripting and mathematical logic to develop interactive systems.
- Use programming concepts, supported by AI tools, to build and refine gameplay features.
- Develop a functional prototype and apply production, testing, and iteration techniques throughout the development process.
Fees
FAQs
Do I need to know coding for these courses?
No prior coding experience is required. If you’re passionate about creating games, we’ll guide you through the technical skills — including coding — step by step, with support from industry professionals and AI tools.
What is the admission process and payment options are available?
Once you decide to take up the course, our Course Advisor will contact you to guide you through the admissions process and the grants that are available for you.
We accept payments by check, bank transfer, credit/debit card and PayPal. For more information, please contact us directly using the form below.
What are the entry requirements for this course?
Here are detailed entry requirements for this course:
- Non-ICT Professionals/fresh Grads who are interested in Game Technologies
- IT professionals/ Mid-career switchers interested to up-skill themselves in preparation for new tech position
- Professionals/Freelancers Passionate to Develop and Publish their own games (Indie Game Developers).
- Work Experience (No. of Years) – N.A.
- Age – 18 years and Above
- Minimum Education Level – O-Levels
- Language (Spoken) – English
- Language (Written) – English
How does Generative AI support my learning in Game Development?
Generative AI is used as a learning aid — not a shortcut. You’ll still write your own code, solve real problems, and build working projects. AI helps you debug, understand code faster, and improve your productivity.
Think of it as a creative assistant that boosts your learning and gives you space to focus on what really matters: building great games.
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