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PlayWorks // A Collaborative Video Game Design Camp (ages 11-14)

Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR
General accessibility

Middle schoolers will experience the thrill of game development in this week-long collaborative camp. Modeled after a game design startup company, campers will collaborate in teams to craft characters, develop assets, and plan an immersive exploration game. This unique experience incorporates core principles of animation throughout the creation process. Along the way, they’ll learn core animation principles and discover the art of interactive storytelling.

Each day, campers will immerse themselves in the video game development process, gaining hands-on experience with character animation, environment art, concept creation, and script writing. By the end of the week, participants will leave with a tangible game prototype and a new appreciation for indie game development. We’ll celebrate their achievements with a showcase where family and friends can play-test the game and watch the trailer.

This camp is perfect for young game enthusiasts ready to explore the creative, technical, and collaborative world of video game design. Don’t miss this chance to inspire your youth with the skills, ideas, and vision to bring their gaming dreams to life!