The Study of Video Games - a sneak peek into the world of game development
By Poornima Seetharaman
Date: 14.08.2020
Time: 4 PM- 6 PM
There’s no better feeling than putting on your headset and escaping into the mystical world of video games. Action, mystery, strategy, arcade, racing, there is a game, intricately designed for every need of yours. But have you ever wondered how these engaging storylines, remarkable characters, and surreal worlds come into existence? Have you ever thought about the ingenious and creative minds who work tirelessly in order to make each and every game worthy of your time and commitment? Well, wonder no more, we hold the answer to all your questions. Sit back and witness as one of the leading designers in the video game industry breaks down the production and designing process of video games. Find out the real ‘origin story’ of your favorite characters as you get an insight into the enchanting world of video game production. Bring out the gamer in you and see if you have what it takes to make a mark in the world of video games.
Poornima Seetharaman, the host of this workshop has been part of the gaming industry since 2006, working with some of the largest names in the Indian gaming industry, including Indiagames and Square Enix. Her passion and love for gaming led her to co-found Pinaka interactive (a game design studio) and NammaLore Entertainment (a game development studio). Currently a Lead game designer at Zynga, Poornima has worked across a wide variety of genres, including casual games, FPS, RPG, MMO, social casino and augmented reality. She is also one of the mentors of Google’s Indie Game Accelerator, India, and a visiting faculty at the National Institute of Design.
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