Game making with block code (MakeCode Arcade)

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Making retro games is an interesting way to explore systems thinking. MakeCode Arcade is a block based coding system similar to Scratch but especially for making retro games. This course has additions which let us explore some systems concepts using the games we create.

Topics explored: Practical coding experience, systems concepts, screen time and gaming social norms.

Game making with text code (JavaScript)

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Making retro arcade games is a well explored way of learning how to code. It’s engaging, especially for people that like to play games, but just about everyone has some knowledge that will help you. This project allows you to choose your own game design features and apply them to your starting platform game to make it your own.

We have extensive resources to support game making via text coding using the most common web coding language JavaScript. This course was used in Mick Chesterman’s PhD work.

Introduction on Jamm Labs

Game making with block code (MakeCode Arcade)

Game making with text code (JavaScript)