Android Games Development

Learn to build Android games using SDK tools and game frameworks. Ideal for coders aiming to design, build and test Android games.

Overview:

The Android Games Development course is a no-nonsense guide for anyone aiming to create playable, polished games for Android devices. Through four well-structured modules, you’ll gain a working knowledge of the Android SDK, learn how to organise your code, and explore frameworks that simplify the game-building process. Whether you're creating a basic arcade clone or aiming for something more complex, this course covers what you need to get started the smart way.

We focus on the nuts and bolts: building logic, rendering graphics, managing input, and understanding how Android’s system behaves when running your game. No filler, no jargon-filled lectures—just technical foundations, game structure, and Android-specific features explained in plain English. You won’t need to leave your desk or download expensive tools. If you know what a ‘loop’ is and how Java works, you're ready to build something that might just make people forget they’re waiting for the bus.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand Android SDK tools used in mobile game development
• Structure a simple 2D game using Java and Android basics
• Integrate sound, input, and graphics in Android games
• Build a basic game framework for reusable game components
• Debug and test games on Android emulators or devices
• Develop performance-aware code suitable for Android hardware

Who is this Course For:

• Beginners with basic knowledge of Java or similar language
• Android developers seeking to expand into game development
• Indie game developers exploring the Android platform
• Students building their first Android-based game
• Programmers interested in mobile app design with games focus
• Freelancers adding Android games to their portfolio
• Developers transitioning from web to mobile games
• Anyone curious how Android games are built from scratch

Career Path:

• Android Game Developer – £45,000/year
• Mobile Applications Developer – £48,000/year
• Java Developer (Mobile Focus) – £50,000/year
• Game Designer (Mobile) – £42,000/year
• Software Engineer (Android) – £55,000/year
• Freelance Mobile Game Developer – £35,000 to £60,000/year