Pixels, snow, and coding fun!

Get ready to unleash your inner game designer and bring your winter-themed adventures to life—on a handheld gaming console! In this exciting 2-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the world of retro-style video games and create your very own snowy adventure.

Whether you want to zoom down a downhill ski slalom, shake up a musical snow globe, or race across the ice on a snowmobile, this workshop has it all. Using Microsoft MakeCode Arcade, you’ll learn how to design, code, and test your game, experiencing the thrill of seeing your creations come alive on a real gaming device.

Packed with fun problem-solving challenges, this session will let you experiment, fix bugs, refine gameplay, and ultimately publish your very own game. By the end, you’ll feel the pride of becoming a true game developer!

What you’ll learn:
✮ What is a pixel and how to design a sprite
✮ Intro to Computer Science and block coding using Microsoft MakeCode Arcade
✮ Basics of game design, animation
✮ Troubleshooting and logical problem-solving skills

Join us for a snowy coding adventure where your imagination and creativity hit full speed!