NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
X
GDC
Northeastern University is a transformative, agile, and innovative thought leader in human-centered and data-driven game design. Learn how we’re reaching across our diverse network to empower the next generation of game designers, developers, and storytellers.
EXPLORE:
Work With Us:
FEATURED PROJECTS
EXERBIKE
The ‘Minecraft’ movie is a box office smash. An expert explains why that’s good for gamers – and parents
Alexandra To discusses how “A Minecraft Movie” bridges games and family engagement.
Representing yourself in court can be complicated. This video game aims to make it easier
Casper Harteveld talks about the design of “RePresent”, a game to aid self-represented litigants.
‘Grand Theft Hamlet’ draws surprising connections between Shakespeare and gaming and shows all the game’s a stage, experts say
Brandon Sichling talks about ‘Grand Theft Hamlet’ viral documentary
Jan. 6 and QAnon have their roots in gaming, Northeastern professor concludes in new book
Celia Pearce looks at the idea of “play”, from alternate reality games to the Jan. 6 riots.
The ‘Minecraft’ movie is a box office smash. An expert explains why that’s good for gamers – and parents
Alexandra To discusses how “A Minecraft Movie” bridges games and family engagement.
The Games Studio at Northeastern University
In order to better support students in the learning they need to succeed both academically and commercially, and to support the visibility and reputation of the collective cross-disciplinary game design and development programs at Northeastern University, we have created The Games Studio.
NEWS AND STORIES
The ‘Minecraft’ movie is a box office smash. An expert explains why that’s good for gamers – and parents
Alexandra To discusses how “A Minecraft Movie” bridges games and family engagement.
Representing yourself in court can be complicated. This video game aims to make it easier
Casper Harteveld talks about the design of “RePresent”, a game to aid self-represented litigants.
‘Grand Theft Hamlet’ draws surprising connections between Shakespeare and gaming and shows all the game’s a stage, experts say
Brandon Sichling talks about ‘Grand Theft Hamlet’ viral documentary
Jan. 6 and QAnon have their roots in gaming, Northeastern professor concludes in new book
Celia Pearce looks at the idea of “play”, from alternate reality games to the Jan. 6 riots.
The ‘Minecraft’ movie is a box office smash. An expert explains why that’s good for gamers – and parents
Alexandra To discusses how “A Minecraft Movie” bridges games and family engagement.
Our vision of diversity
Building a diverse and inclusive community is central to Northeastern’s mission because diversity of thought, culture, and viewpoint is essential to learning and growth. The Extended Reality Initiative echoes Northeastern’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.