Gamefroot

Gamefroot is the fun way to make games, animations, stories and share them with the world.

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What if learning was as fun as playing a game? It is!

Check out some of the cool things users have been making using Gamefroot.

We harness the technology that you love to make learning awesome!

Code blocks translating to game effects. The code blocks outline the code, 'When right arrow pressed, set velocity x 200, play animation run'. The blocks point to a female Pasifika game character running on a platform.

The experiences that you remember from school are the ones that meant something to you.

Gamefroot users learn creative coding and design thinking, and experience the thrill of publishing content like real game developers.

All of our resources are based on solving real industry problems and learning coding concepts from the New Zealand curriculum.

LEARN GAME DEV

Learn to code a classic Platformer game like Super Mario Bros but set in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Learning outcomes include computation thinking, authentic game design and creative coding skills.

Learn to code a Top-down down video game based on classic video games like Zelda.

Learning outcomes include computation thinking, authentic game design and creative coding skills.

Learn how to create a mixture of fun Non Playable Characters for your next Platformer puzzle game.

Learning outcomes include computation thinking, authentic game design and creative coding skills.

a Gamefroot old school spacies game example

Learn to code a classic Space Shooter video game for your portfolio and learn about the special effects used in video games.

Learning outcomes include computation thinking, authentic game design and creative coding skills.

GAME KITS

Top-Down 101:

Basic RPG Tutorial

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Ngā Tākaro:

Platformer Kit and Tutorials

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CAVERNAS:

Pixel Art for a Platform Game

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Kings and Pigs:

Platformer Fighter Template Game

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How it works

Gamefroot is a an online cloud based platform for making 2D games. We combine a powerful visual coding interface and an easy to use level editor to take game development to the masses in a culturally rich and engaging environment.

Code blocks behind a character running on a platform

Create

Designing and coding games in Gamefroot is easy!

Users have a drag and drop interface to create and code their games.

Learn

Want to learn some new tricks? Gamefroot offer a wide selection of built in written and video tutorials.

We also provide a range of digital technologies training for educators.

The Gamefroot Arcade is a great place to share your creations with like minded people.

Pro users can export their files as raw javascript projects and publish their games anywhere they like.

Gamefroot supports learning in Japan

I want to say a massive thank you for creating Gamefroot. In the past we have used other services such as Scratch and Stencyl, but never found something that was intuitive enough for our kids. With Gamefroot we have been able to achieve twice as much in half the time. We are looking forward to using it for a long time to come, and promoting it to our partner schools in the region.

Jolan Martinez

Team leader / HoD Design and Visual Arts Yokohama International School

Helping bridge the digital divide in the Cook Islands

One of my Level 3 Learners secured a low merit for her Gamefroot project. It is the first time she has ever received a merit in her academic career. She has some major literacy challenges, yet this forum seemed to help her shine. She lives with her Nan (typical scenario) who helped her with the storytelling. This is very real evidence of empowering a learner!!! Just a reminder of the learning opportunities and empowerment Gamefroot is creating.

Tiffany Andrews

Media Studies, Assistant HoA Tereora College, National College Cook Islands

Trusted by parents

It’s been a pleasure to watch Ilan and his friend do their first ever coding using Gamefroot. I’m a systems engineer and I never thought 12 years olds could do something like this.

Amy Kaufman

parent

Gamefroot on formal education

I've used Gamefroot extensively with senior high school students, purpose-building an NCEA Media Studies course in game design around the engaging versatility of the Gamefroot development platform. As an introduction to the world of game development, I've found nothing better.

Edwin McRae

Game Designer and Educator

Trusted by the industry

Gamefroot are helping the next generation of game developers in a fun and accessible way, both in their community involvement and the openness of their resources. Making it easy for kids to pursue or investigate what game development is in an understandable, encouraging and inclusive way. I guess you could say they're helping nourish game seedlings into gamefroot ;)

Jordan Carlton

Game Developer at Weta Gameshop

Loved by our users!

Gamefroot is really simple and easy to use and there's also more complex features for people who are more advanced. I like Gamefroot because there aren't that many limits - there's a lot of content that you can customise to make your game unique.

Natasha Skye Bishop

14 year old user

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