ForgeWorks turns a passion for games into hands-on design, programming and production skills through real projects using Unity, C#, 2D/3D art tools, AI-assisted workflows, version control and studio-style development practices.
Find Your Local StudioExplore the ProgramForgeWorks is structured like an indie game studio rather than a traditional coding class. Students learn how games are conceived, built, tested, improved and completed.
Backed by Convolution Studios, an independent game and interactive-development studio established in 2008.
Students finish real projects that can become part of a growing portfolio for future study and career exploration.
Students learn design, code, art, testing, teamwork and iteration instead of only consuming games.
Every stage follows the same lifecycle while increasing technical depth and independence.
Game design, mechanics, UI, audio, player journey, Unity, C#, ScriptableObjects, events, AI fundamentals, asset creation and GitHub Desktop.
Advanced gameplay architecture, NPC AI, Cinemachine, Timeline, inventory, crafting, quests, save/load, localization, achievements and polish.
Multiplayer, networking, source control, profiling, testing, build pipelines, agile teamwork, physics and production practices.
Large-scale online systems, VR/AR, modding, AI integration, publishing, telemetry, live operations, marketing and funding.
ForgeWorks uses localized pop-up studios. Exact venues are finalized based on enrollment and venue availability within each listed area.
ForgeWorks is the training initiative of Convolution Studios. Convolution's work includes owned-IP mobile games, client games, commercial marketing experiences, a 3D medical simulation and the Stress Valve Games portal.
The curriculum draws on real development concerns: scope, iteration, maintainable code, asset management, testing, production discipline and release planning.
Section updated regularly.
The initial program is designed for teens in Grades 7–12, approximately ages 12–18.
Level 1 is intended as the starting point and does not assume prior game-development experience.
Unity and other course software may be installed before the first day. Setup instructions will be sent to registered families. Minimum laptop requirements: Students should bring a laptop that meets the following minimum requirements: Windows 10 or 11, or macOS 12, Linux Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (64-bit versions only) or later 64-bit Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor At least 8 GB of RAM At least 20 GB of available storage DirectX-compatible graphics on Windows or Metal-compatible graphics on macOS Wi-Fi capability Permission to install Unity Hub, the Unity Editor, and required course software Students should also bring their laptop charger. A two-button mouse with a scroll wheel is strongly recommended, as Unity can be difficult to use with a trackpad alone. Parents or guardians who are uncertain whether a laptop meets these requirements are encouraged to contact the instructor before the course begins.
ForgeWorks advertises by region first; exact local venues are confirmed once enrollment and venue availability support the class.
Each regional class time links to its own checkout page. After Checkout the primary contact will receive a welcome email with a link to the full registration form to be filled out prior to class start.
Each stage is built around a finished project and a growing portfolio of design, code and production work.
Level 1 and 2 courses cost $265 plus sales tax.
Choose your region, reserve a studio seat and begin the journey from player to developer.
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