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Courses
SMALL GROUPS. EXPERT MENTORS. PRACTICE-ORIENTED. GAME UP YOUR SKILLS!
UNREAL ENGINE 5 FUNDAMENTALS - 8 WEEKS
Autumn 2025
Learn the core building blocks of Unreal Engine 5: from game engine basics and programming to animation, AI, UI, Physics and more. By the end, you’ll have a playable prototype and the skills to keep creating your own projects.
GAME NARRATIVE WORKSHOP - 5 WEEKS
Autumn 2025
This workshop, led by Alina Brazdeikene (creative lead with 12+ years in game production and narrative design), will introduce you to the fundamentals of storytelling for games and give you hands-on practice in writing for interactive experiences. You’ll explore how narrative fits into game development, how to design meaningful choices, and how to bring characters and worlds to life.
UNREAL EDITOR FOR FORTNITE - 5 WEEKS
Autumn 2025
This hands-on course teaches you how to use Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) to bring your game ideas to life and publish them directly to Fortnite’s global audience. Whether you're interested in gaining new skills or just curious about game creation, this course gives you the tools, support, and guidance to launch real, playable experiences.
GAME DESIGN WORKSHOP - PÄRNU DESIGN DAY
15th november
Discover how game design principles can make daily tasks more engaging and motivating.
In this fun, hands-on 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn what makes games so captivating — and how to apply those ideas in education, teamwork, and creative projects.
Leave with your own gamified idea prototype!
INDIE GAME MARKETING - 4 WEEKS
Learn how to get people to care about your game — with hands-on support from a veteran game marketer. You'll shape your message, build an audience, and sidestep common pitfalls — all without a big studio budget.
Autumn 2025
CREATE GAME-READY ASSETS IN BLENDER - 12 WEEKS
Autumn 2025
This beginner-friendly course takes you through the complete 3D asset pipeline: modeling, UV unwrapping, baking maps, and setting up realistic materials in Blender. By the end, you’ll have two fully polished assets ready for your portfolio and the skills to keep building more.
GAME VFX WITH UNREAL ENGINE - 6 WEEKS
Learn to create stunning real-time VFX inside Unreal Engine with expert guidance, hands-on sessions, and a supportive game dev community.
Spring 2026
Learn from Industry Experts!
Our mentors are seasoned and active professionals in game development, Unreal Engine, and more. Whether you're looking for one-on-one guidance, a team session, or specialized training, we’ve got you covered!
Daniel Corredor, Unreal Engine developer
“Joining her previous academy was one of my best experiences in Estonia. Maret has a golden touch when it comes to helping people grow.”
Tracey McGarrigan, Games Marketing Strategist
“Game UP! Academy is practical, mentor-driven, and built for real growth. Maret’s vision creates a space where hands-on learning truly makes a difference.”
Eerik Hannus, Recruitment specialist
“What makes Game UP! Academy special is the people behind it! They really care about the industry and help people succeed in that by providing hands-on, mentor-led learning!”
Get Inspired!
See some of the stunning games created with Unreal Engine, showcasing the power of small teams and independent studios.
Unreal Engine empowers creators of all sizes to achieve AAA-level quality with cutting-edge tools. Whether you're an indie dev or part of a small team, ambition is your only limit.
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