Game Makers Lab: Build Your Own 2D Game
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About
Design games. Build worlds. Bring ideas to life.
In Game Makers Lab, campers become game designers as they create their own 2D video games from start to finish—no traditional coding required.
Using Flowlab, a powerful and intuitive game design platform, students design characters, build imaginative levels, and define how their games work. Inspired by classic games like Super Mario, Donkey Kong, and Space Invaders, campers learn how professional game designers think about gameplay, movement, challenges, and fun.
While there’s no typing code in this camp, students still learn the logic behind game design—using visual tools to control physics, triggers, and interactions that bring their games to life.
What students will do:
Design and build original 2D video games
Create characters, enemies, power-ups, and levels
Use visual logic to control gameplay and interactions
Explore physics, movement, and game mechanics
Playtest, refine, and share their games with others
This camp is perfect for creative students who love games and want to understand how they’re built, even if they’re new to programming. It’s also a great stepping-stone into more advanced game design, Minecraft Modding, and coding camps.
Ages: 9+
Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding skills; no prior coding experience required
Game Makers Lab empowers students to turn imagination into interactive experiences—and often sparks a deeper interest in coding and game development.
General Student Skills Requirements
To get the most out of this camp, students should be comfortable with the following basic computer skills:
• Opening and navigating an internet browser
• Switching between multiple tabs or windows
• Cutting, copying, and pasting text
o Windows: Ctrl + X / C / V
o Mac: Command + X / C / V
No prior coding experience is required. Instruction is guided, hands-on, and age-appropriate.
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What Parents Should Know
• This is an interactive, project-based camp. Campers will actively explore concepts, build projects, and solve problems throughout the week.
• Students may encounter challenges or make mistakes during activities—this is a normal and important part of the learning process. Our instructors support students as they experiment, iterate, and build confidence.
• All tools used in camp are web-based and provided by Silicon STEM. Campers do not need to create personal accounts unless explicitly instructed by staff.
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Devices & Technology
• Camp devices and software are provided and managed by Silicon STEM instructors.
• Personal laptops or devices are not required unless otherwise noted.
• Students are expected to use devices responsibly and follow instructor guidance.
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Lunch Information & Allergies
• If your camper is enrolled in both AM and PM camps during the same week, please pack a bag lunch so they can join us during the supervised lunch hour.
• Please avoid foods that require heating or refrigeration.
• For the safety of all campers, do not pack any peanut or peanut-containing products, as we have campers with severe peanut allergies.
• If your child has additional allergies or dietary considerations, please notify us in advance so we can help ensure a safe environment.
