The Unreal Engine Advanced Projects & FX Game Design Specialization equips learners with the technical and creative expertise to design, develop, and optimize professional-level games. Learners will master advanced visual effects, player-centric gameplay systems, and interactive UI elements while building immersive 3D projects. Courses cover designing a 3D Pacman game, implementing maze-based AI-driven mechanics, and constructing cinematic, performance-optimized environments. By completing this hands-on program, learners will gain the skills to produce polished, engaging games using Unreal Engine’s Blueprint scripting system.
Unreal Engine Advanced Projects & FX Design Specialization
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Unreal Engine Advanced Projects & FX Design Specialization
Master Unreal Engine FX and Gameplay Systems. Build advanced VFX, gameplay mechanics, and optimized 3D projects in Unreal Engine.
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Design and implement advanced VFX, materials, and cinematic gameplay transitions.
Develop interactive AI-driven systems, dynamic animations, and player movement mechanics.
Optimize performance and produce polished, professional-quality Unreal Engine projects.
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September 2025
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Design advanced materials, shaders, and cinematic transition effects.
Implement traversal systems, spline-driven mechanics, and responsive UI.
Optimize assets, VFX, and player interactions for performance and immersion.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Unreal Engine
Category: Scripting
Category: User Interface (UI)
Category: UI Components
Category: Visualization (Computer Graphics)
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Debugging
Category: Game Design
Category: Animations
Category: Performance Tuning
Category: User Interface (UI) Design
Category: Computer Graphics
Category: Animation and Game Design
What you'll learn
Design and animate a 3D Pacman game world with assets, geometry, and materials.
Implement player controls, collision detection, collectibles, and enemy AI.
Apply Blueprint scripting, effects, and game mode logic for immersive gameplay.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Game Design
Category: Visualization (Computer Graphics)
Category: Unreal Engine
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Animation and Game Design
Category: Scripting
What you'll learn
Build maze gameplay logic with teleport zones, respawns, and win conditions.
Implement dynamic AI-driven enemy behavior and responsive HUD systems.
Integrate audio, animations, and child blueprints for polished game flow.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Scripting
Category: Animations
Category: Unreal Engine
Category: User Interface (UI) Design
Category: Object Oriented Design
Category: Debugging
Category: Video Game Development
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Game Design
Category: User Interface (UI)
Category: Virtual Environment
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Frequently asked questions
The Specialization can typically be completed in approximately 16 to 17 weeks, with a recommended study commitment of 3–4 hours per week. This flexible pacing allows learners to build advanced Unreal Engine skills while balancing other professional or academic responsibilities.
A basic understanding of Unreal Engine fundamentals, blueprint scripting, and general game design principles is recommended. Prior experience with 3D environments or interactive applications will be helpful but is not mandatory.
Yes. The courses are designed to build progressively, with each one introducing new concepts and techniques that support the next. Following the sequence ensures a smooth learning journey from foundational design through advanced gameplay and FX systems.
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