Abertay University and BAFTA launch game-building tool for kids

Dundee's University of Abertay has teamed up with Electronic Arts and Nesta to create a game building tool for children. The Games Unpacked tool is based on Unity and features a drag and drop interface that allows children to combine level elements such as platforms, power-ups and traps. “Every young person I know absolutely loves playing games, and Games Unpacked is a fun and easy way to take the next step into making their own games," said Abertay University director of business development Paul Durrant. “By creating a simple ‘digital toolbox’ of all the elements of a game level, children of any age can build a brand new game and start learning about the fascinating process of games development.” The Games Unpacked initiative is a complement to the BAFTA Young Game Designers competition, and interested parties can download the software for free at the source link below.

Source: Games Unpacked