Game Development using Love2d
Game Development using LÖVE2D is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you create 2D games using the Lua programming language and the LÖVE2D framework LÖVE2D is lightweight, fast, and perfect for indie developers and hobbyists . This course teaches you how to set up game windows, handle user input, and draw graphics. You'll learn game loops, physics basics, and sound integration. No prior programming experience is required—just enthusiasm for game design. By the end, you'll be building your own simple yet functional 2D games. Whether it's a platformer, shooter, or puzzle game, this course sets the foundation.
Course Details
Language
LuaDuration
Estimated course duration: 4 to 6 weeksDifficulty:
mediumCategory
Programming
Certificate
YesSkills You'll Gain
- Creating games with Love2D
- Handling graphics, sound, and game logic
- Optimizing 2D games for performance
Requirements
- 💻 A computer with Love2D installed
- 🎮 Interest in 2D game development
- 🧠 Basic knowledge of Lua scripting and programming concepts
- 🏁 No advanced game dev experience required!
Content
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01Introduction and Setup
4 Chapters - 0/4 Completed
Introduction and Setup
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Lua Setup
Basics of Lua: Recap
Overview of Love2D structure
Love 2D Helloworld
02Game Physics and Movements
5 Chapters - 0/5 Completed
Game Physics and Movements
5 Chapters - 0/5 Completed
Horizontal and Vertical Movements
Basic Collison Detection: Bouncing Ball
Love2D physics module: Basic Physics Engine
Advanced Player Controls (Dashing, Double Jumps, etc.)
A Basic Platformer Game
03Graphics and Animations
5 Chapters - 0/5 Completed
Graphics and Animations
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Loading and Displaying Sprites
Sprite Sheets
Sprite animations
Particle Effects
Parallax Scrolling
04Game States and Levels
4 Chapters - 0/4 Completed
Game States and Levels
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Basic game state management
Loading and transitioning between game states
Designing Levels
Build a simple multi-level game
05Sound and Music: Love 2D Audio
3 Chapters - 0/3 Completed
Sound and Music: Love 2D Audio
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