r3space — Video Game Design

My son, who is 12, has been attending the r3space Video Game Design program in Brooklyn for the last six weeks, and overall, it has been a solid experience. The instructor, Jake, is incredibly engaging and manages to keep the group motivated while diving into the technical aspects of game development. My son particularly enjoyed creating his own character sprites and learning about coding mechanics. The small group size allowed for more personalized attention, which has been great for his creative process. However, I did notice that there is quite a bit of screen time, which is something to consider if you’re concerned about that for your child. Pickup has been smooth, with clear communication from the staff, which I appreciate. I would recommend this program for kids who are really interested in gaming and want to take it a step further, just keep an eye on the screen time.

My son, who is 12 and has a creative streak, recently attended the r3space Video Game Design program in Brooklyn, and he enjoyed it overall. The instructor, Mia, was incredibly engaging and encouraged the kids to express their ideas while also teaching them technical skills. Over the weeks, he designed a simple platform game that he was really proud of. The small group size allowed for more personalized attention, which I appreciated. However, there were some annoyances. The pickup process was a bit chaotic, with long lines at the end of each session. It would be helpful if they could streamline that a bit. Also, while my son loves screen time, I found the amount a bit excessive at times, so I recommend it for parents who are okay with that. Overall, I think it’s a solid choice for kids interested in game design, but just manage your expectations around logistics.