Fighting Game Design

What You Will Learn

• 1 Learn the core foundations of fighting game mechanics and player interaction.
• 2 Understand character design principles including movesets, archetypes, and balance.
• 3 Explore frame data and its role in determining move viability and combo routes.
• 4 Analyze system mechanics such as blocking, parrying, and movement options.
• 5 Implement effective combo systems and juggle mechanics for satisfying gameplay.
• 6 Apply game feel principles through hitstop, screen shake, and audio-visual feedback.
• 7 Evaluate competitive balance through tier lists, matchup charts, and patch management.
• 8 Design user interfaces for health bars, super meters, and HUD layout.
• 9 Create engaging single-player modes and training tools for player progression.
• 10 Develop netcode solutions and online matchmaking for robust multiplayer.