Build Games With Python

Students create actual games while learning advanced programming skills. Throughout the course, they'll build text adventures, Hangman variations, arcade-style games, platformers, and original creations of their own.

Learn How Professional Programmers Organize Code

As projects become larger, programmers need better ways to organize their work. Students learn about classes, objects, methods, and object-oriented programming—the same concepts used to build modern software, apps, and games.

Create Your Own Original Video Game

The course culminates in original game development using Pygame. Students combine programming, creativity, problem-solving, and design skills to create a game that is uniquely their own.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome!

    1. Hangman

    2. Evil Hangman

    3. Racko

    1. Classes and Objects

    2. Classes and Objects - Part 2

    3. OOP Python

    4. OOP Python - Part 2

    5. Practice

    6. More Practice

    7. Space War

    1. Pygame Basics

    2. My First Pygame Game

    3. Platformer

    4. Hangman v3

    5. An Original Game

About this course

  • $39.99
  • 16 lessons

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What materials do I need?

    You'll need a computer with Python installed and a notebook for planning games, sketching ideas, and taking notes. Students should have some prior Python experience or complete the introductory Python course first.

  • Is this course really self-paced?

    Yes. There are no live sessions, no deadlines, and no scheduled class times. Your student works through lessons whenever it fits your schedule.

  • How does the mastery-based feedback work?

    When your student submits an assignment, our instructors review it and either approve it or send specific feedback for revision. Students revise and resubmit until the work meets the standard. No moving on until it's solid.

  • How long does the course take to complete?

    Most students finish in 2-3 months, but there's no time limit. Some families move faster, some slower - the course works either way.

  • What do students get when they finish?

    A certificate of completion. The course is transcript-eligible through Wild Oasis Learning, or students can self-report the credit to their own school or program.

  • Is this course good for credit recovery?

    Yes. It's a popular option for students who need to recover or replace a Music credit, including over the summer.

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