Run a real game studio — for two weeks.
Most kids "learn to code" by following tutorials. This sprint flips it: students take the founder seat, ship a playable prototype with AI tooling, and pitch a Studio Deck on the final day.
Who's joining the studio?
I'm a Student
Name your studio, design characters, and ship a playable game with AI tools.
I'm a Teacher
Pick a 10-day plan, blend in your strengths, and let the AI adjust day-by-day.
I'm a Parent
See exactly what your kid will build, ship, and walk away with on day 10.
A portfolio artifact — not a worksheet.
Skills you can deploy on Monday morning.
Studio Identity
Brand, name, and creative direction for an original game IP.
AI-Native Building
Use kid-safe AI tools to generate art, characters, and game logic.
Playable Prototype
Ship a real interactive demo by the end of week one.
Studio Pitch Deck
Present the studio vision and traction story to peers and parents.
Built into every day.
Quick answers before you enroll.
When and where does it meet?+
Mon–Fri, Jun 8 – Jun 18, 2026, 9:00–10:25 AM daily, in-person at Harper College's InZone summer program in Palatine, IL.
Who is it for?+
Ages 11–14. No prior coding experience required — absolute beginners through tinkerers all thrive in the founder-style format.
What does my child actually build?+
An original game studio brand, character and world art, a playable game prototype built with kid-safe AI tools, and a 5-slide Studio Pitch Deck they present on Day 10.
Is the AI tooling safe?+
Yes. We only use kid-safe AI tools inside an instructor-supervised environment. No open chat with the public internet.
How much is tuition?+
$235 for the full two-week sprint. 12 seats per cohort — registration is through Harper College Continuing Education.
How do I stay in the loop?+
You'll get a welcome email, a mid-course update, and an invite to the Day 10 showcase where your student presents their studio.
Take the founder seat.
12 seats per cohort. Two weeks. One playable game and a story to tell.
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