Introduction to AWS Cloud Game Development

In this course, you observe a fictitious game studio leadership team discuss shifting their game development environment from a single physical location to a more flexible global infrastructure with Amazon Web Services (AWS). You learn about the benefits and technical considerations of different game development modernization solutions such as virtual workstations, version control systems, and build pipelines. This course includes videos, supporting text, graphics, and a final assessment.

• Explaining the benefits of virtual workstations on AWS for artists, designers, and developers (e.g., remote access, high-performance rendering).
• Describing cloud-based version control systems and their advantages for distributed game development teams (secure sharing, branching, and collaboration).
• Understanding how to implement automated build and integration pipelines for game projects using AWS services (CI/CD acceleration and reliability).
• Identifying best practices for security, scalability, cost optimization, and integration when moving game development infrastructure to the AWS Cloud.

• Recognize how AWS enables faster iteration, global team collaboration, and cost-effective scaling compared to traditional on-premises game development setups.
• Gain clear understanding of how specific AWS services support critical game development workflows, from asset creation to deployment.
• Feel prepared to evaluate and discuss cloud migration opportunities for game studios, laying the foundation for deeper AWS for Games exploration.

• Engaging 1-hour story-based digital course content featuring realistic conversations and reference architectures from a fictitious game studio.
• Foundational-level training in the AWS for Games domain, ideal for game developers, producers, technical leads, and business decision-makers.
• Clear overview of AWS services tailored for game development modernization (virtual workstations, version control, build pipelines).
• Certificate of completion issued.